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One of at least four too msny genders 🙂.

From Khaosod English OPINION Xenophobia, particularly anti-Burmese sentiment, is spreading in the past few months, particularly on social media in Thailand. Concerned Thai citizens should pause and think as to how we can be part of the solution in mitigating, if not neutralising, such negative bias. If not handled properly and in a timely fashion, the situation could become more toxic and affect not just the relations between the people of the two neighbouring nations but Thai society as well. When I interviewed Ms Onravee Taengmeesang, a Thai activist who has been working for over a decade to promote warmer ties between people of the two nations, on my weekly Thai-language video programme for Khaosod Thai on Friday, it want greeted by over 1,600 comments on FB, the majority of them expressing dissatisfaction, bias, if not hatred and phobia towards people from Myanmar in Thailand. “Myanmar is swallowing up Thailand…,” wrote FB user Paiboon Arunthanawanich, in the comment section following the programme. “[Our] medicare budget has to be shared with these aliens. Burmese sell goods in competition with Thais. They bring in Burmese to work here. Look at the places where Thais used to work before… it’s now full of aliens… Then they stage protests, they take away Thai jobs… These problems need to be quickly fixed…” “Even the world’s Number 1 superpower, America, couldn’t handle migrants. Every country in Europe is beginning to review their policies towards aliens. Local people come first: the national budget, medicine, medical doctors, hospitals, paid by Thai tax payers must first be catered for the Thai people. Those blind optimists and academics should take the 75,000 refugees in and care for them at home,” wrote another comment, by FB user Numnakhon Wanlek. Continues at https://www.khaosodenglish.com/featured/2025/02/09/the-rise-of-anti-myanmar-worker-sentiment-among-some-thais/

From The Nation Police have intervened after a video clip showing one LGBTQ+ university student assaulting another went viral, sparking a large protest outside the assailant’s condominium in Pathum Thani province, near Bangkok. The senior student, Peem, is accused of throwing hot soup over his junior, Andrew, multiple times at a restaurant, causing burns to his arm, neck and back. The incident, which was caught on camera last Thursday, escalated when Peem threatened Andrew with a pair of scissors and demanded 50,000 baht. After the video clip was shared on social media, a large group of LGBTQ+ students gathered outside Peem's condominium, demanding an apology. However, Peem was nowhere to be seen. Police intervened on Sunday, arresting Peem and his friend Oshi on charges of assault, extortion, and violating personal freedoms. The suspects were taken to Khlong Luang Police Station for questioning. Reporters waiting outside asked Preem if he was sorry for the attack, but he remained silent. Andrew’s mother, who was also present, screamed at the suspects but received no response. Police opposed bail release for Peem and Oshi, who will appear before Thanyaburi Provincial Court for detention approval. Andrew shared his account of the feud with police earlier on Sunday. He stated while he had no direct conflict with Peem, the senior had previously attempted to break into one of his friend's rooms, but the friend had locked himself inside. Later, Peem spotted Andrew dining nearby and went berserk, throwing soup and attempting to grab a knife from the kitchen. Restaurant staff intervened before the situation escalated. https://www.nationthailand.com/blogs/news/general/40046108

From Bangkok Post KANCHANABURI - Karen rebels have issued an ultimatum to Chinese nationals illegally operating scam centres and other illicit businesses - leave all areas under their control by the end of this month. Thai authorities have, meanwhile, intensified the crackdown on the smuggling of fuel into Myanmar, as the gangs attempt to work around the ban on the supply of electricity, petrol and diesel from Thailand. The Democratic Karen Buddhist Army (DKBA) released two statements on Sunday. The second announcement said Chinese running illegal online gambling sites, casinos or restaurants and those trading illegally or operating other scams must leave Phayathonezu township in Kayin state by the end of February. Anyone defying the warning would suffer the legal consequences. The DKBA would also step up patrols and take other measures to prevent Chinese from entering areas under its control, Col Saw A Wan said. The warning was released shortly after the DKBA issued a statement on Sunday informing its people it would take action to help them, after Thailand cut off the supply of electricity, petrol, diesel and internet signals to Phayathonezu and four other border locations in Myanmar on Wednesday. The rebel group stressed the importance of creating trust with the Thai government in the hope Bangkok would reconnect the power and resume deliveries of fuel. https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2957918/karen-rebels-give-chinese-gangsters-deadline-to-leave

From Bangkok Post The air quality in all provinces of Thailand was declared "safe" on Monday morning, with the capital, Bangkok, registering the lowest level of ultrafine dust, according to the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda). Gistda reported at 10am that levels of particulate matter 2.5 micrometres and less in diameter (PM2.5) ranged from 18.4 to 30.2 microgrammes per cubic metre of air nationwide over the past 24 hours. The government-set safe threshold is 37.5µg/m³. Thirty-two provinces had good air quality, with "green" levels of PM2.5 ranging from 18.4 to 25µg/m³. The lowest level was recorded in Bangkok, followed by the adjacent provinces of Nonthaburi (19.9), Samut Prakan (20.3), Pathum Thani (21.3) and Samut Sakhon (22.2). Other provinces with good air quality included Ayutthaya, Chon Buri, Nakhon Pathom, Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Phangnga, Phuket, Satun and Trang. https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2957926/safe-air-nationwide-cleanest-in-bangkok

From Patttaya News This week, Thailand celebrates Makha Bucha Day, a Buddhist holiday observed on the full moon day of the third lunar month. This year, it falls on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Makha Bucha commemorates the day when 1,250 of Buddha’s disciples spontaneously gathered to hear his teachings, which included the core principles of Buddhism: Cease from evil, do good, and cleanse the mind. On this day, people visit Buddhist temples to participate in rites, offer food to monks, meditate, and join in a candlelight procession. It’s also common for people to abstain from alcohol and other vices as a sign of respect and reflection. Due to Thai law, alcohol sales are BANNED on religious holidays and as a result bars will be shut and even sales at convenience stores prohibited from legally midnight to midnight on Wednesday, a full 24 hours.

+1 no problem with joiners.

Sorry, @Olddaddy, he’s not offable.

Bag snatchers, gold thieves, crazy drivers. And now a lion. The family friendly town by the sea. =============== From Patttaya Mail In the Pratamnak area of Pattaya, residents were left shaken and unable to sleep after the continuous roaring of a 2-year-old male lion echoed throughout the night. The roar, which could be heard intermittently, came from a house located between Soi 5 and Soi 6, directly across from the Art Condo Hill. Concerned citizens living nearby contacted the Pattaya City Police Station after the disturbing sounds caused widespread fear among both local residents and tourists. Upon receiving the complaint, Pattaya police officers responded by visiting the scene. The residents confirmed that the noise was not from a loud party or speakers, but from the lion, which had been kept at the property. The lion’s roars reverberated throughout the area, unsettling everyone in the vicinity. The police tried reaching out to the homeowners or tenants of the house, but they were unable to make contact. This house, which had previously made headlines, was known for an incident where a foreign man had been seen driving a lion in a convertible sports car around Pattaya, a situation that attracted significant attention. The property had already been inspected by police and park authorities in the past. In response to the disturbance, the police have planned to report the issue to higher authorities and coordinate with relevant agencies to find a solution. Authorities aim to ensure the safety and well-being of both the residents and the animals, as well as to prevent further disruptions. The unusual situation has raised concerns about the legality of keeping such exotic animals in residential areas. https://www.pattayamail.com/news/pattaya-residents-alarmed-by-roaring-lion-disturbing-night-in-pratamnak-area-a-repeated-headlined-incident-489994

I take that as compliment.

Agree. Better plan.

Amen to that🙏

You can’t be near both. But Bally Suite Silom (from 896 bht) is steps from DJ station and Salsdeang BTS that takes you to Heaven in three stops.

I was with Jason at FB and can confirm his description that they have no problem in finding new blood that fit seamlessly into the mix of about 40 guys on stage. I was happy to find a twink I first met at the since closed SOL bar (now Atlas) in the rotation. What surprised me was when he stepped on stage for the big cock show. He may have been smallest guy in all aspects except one that counts 🙂. Also appeared in a dance routine. There are fair number of twunks in the mix that represent greater ASEAN. And unlike Jupiter, they’re the first to beam a smile your way. And if they sit with you, they are very interactive from the get go. I enjoyed more massage from a handful of guys than I get in some shops! The seven in the BC show circulate among the crowd naked for tips. Love watching them approach the female guests, most of whom are young women tourists in groups. For some I’m sure it’s their first handful. The show itself moves along quickly. There are only two lip-syncing performances but both well done. Remainder of show is guys in erotic routines.

The shop house is indeed being fitted out for movie to be filmed on Monday, according to reliable source (bartender).

The off couldn’t have been too disappointed as this was probably the fastest 1,000 baht he ever made. 🙂

May have something to do with the vacant shop that appeared under renovation directly opposite French Kiss restaurant which is directly below barbershop. There were people hanging around outside that location last night. Could be a set for film. That block was used before when the old Bangkok Massage shop was fitted out as a convenience store.

Just as unpleasant as the screen name we better know him by.

From Pattaya Mail By Barry Kenyon Following warnings from VFS Global about growing numbers of Thais and non-Thais being cheated by unscrupulous visa agents in major cities in Thailand, there are many pointers you are at risk. VFS Global is the world’s largest visa outsourcing and technology services provider formally representing the embassies of many countries. Their responsibilities can be checked at www.vfsglobal.com The following are the more frequent clues that you are being scammed by agents who will grab your cash and not deliver your visa: ▪ You are offered a “guarantee” that the visa will definitely be issued. ▪ There is reluctance to meet you in the company’s office address. ▪ Not to worry if you lack documentation such as verified bank statements. ▪ The fees are much higher than the information published by the embassy. ▪ No problem if you are late and need a visa urgently. ▪ You are asked to pay cash without a formal written contract. ▪ Your destination country allows you to work as a tourist. ▪ No need to provide details of your work history. ▪ You are given a first name and a phone number to deal with. ▪ No need for a refund policy as the success rate is 100 percent. https://www.pattayamail.com/latestnews/news/red-flags-you-are-being-conned-in-your-visa-application-489738

Made eighth visit to Phoenix yesterday. It’s only shop where I’ve been that many times and have yet to experience a miss. There were at least 10 guys on premises on arrival.

“They” offered….” There was only one seller. No believes they offered you the time of day.

You’re not only antisemitic, you’re bad at geography. Delaney’s isn’t next door to Good Boy. Pink Panther is on one side and entrance to Pavilion Place is on the other. This is the second time you’ve trotted out your penchant for calling someone a Jew.

Referring to the bargaining that tourists engage in with vendors on PP 1. As for the drinks at the boy bars, really don’t consider them overpriced when you consider your drink is admission to the show. They’re about the equivalent to movie theater admission at home. As for boy tip of 2500 baht ($74 at current exchange rate) for going with total stranger to have sex doesn’t sound outrageous. You’d spend that on a steak and few drinks.