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From Bangkok Post The Armed Forces Academies Preparatory School (Afaps) has set up a panel to investigate the alleged sexual harassment of 18 cadets by the school's physical therapist, with the initial result expected in seven days. Maj Gen Withai Laithomya, spokesman of the Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF) Headquarters, said yesterday that the probe was ordered immediately after the news surfaced online on Thursday. According to him, 18 cadets aged 16-18, claimed that a lieutenant officer, the school's physical therapist, had sexually abused them from October to November. All said they were touched inappropriately, while one said he was sexually molested but without any penetration. Afaps has now launched an initial probe, and Maj Gen Withai said that a team of investigators would interrogate the therapist as well as the 18 victims and three officers who witnessed the harassment but did not report the offence. The witnesses said the sexual conduct between the lieutenant and the cadets was non-consensual, and headquarters had ordered his immediate suspension due to the severity of the accusations while the investigation was underway, he said. "If the allegations are proven true, the suspect's commanders could also be punished for neglecting to perform their duties to intervene," added Maj Gen Withai. https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2924077/army-probes-cadet-sex-abuse-claim .

From Pattaya News Now for our latest in our popular legal corner series from our partners at Anglo Siam Legal, in which they discuss what costly mistake you don’t want to make when starting a business in Thailand!

From Pattaya News Pattaya City painted a rainbow crosswalk on Beach Road, in front of the Royal Garden Plaza, and on Pattaya Second Road in celebration of the newly enacted same-sex marriage law in Thailand, the first of its kind in Southeast Asia.

This is all good stuff, Olddaddy. You can use it on customers when you open your bar. And you thought you weren't a people person.

I now pronounce you boy and customer.

Virgin X

His orgasm or your orgasm?

If the deal included the ground floor bar it might be attractive because that generates more income than what's above it.

When its first opened the Silom location, Don Don Donki had a small, curtained-off display of sexy lady underwear on ground floor but it was later removed. Think you can still find some of those offerings elsewhere in store but without the naughty enclosure.

Some find uncertainty of the outcome arousing on its own merits. Or to put it in another context, it's the promise of sex. Many athletes are driven by same motivation.

From The BBC The Malaysian government says it has agreed in principle to resume the search for a passenger jet that vanished 10 years ago in one of aviation's greatest mysteries. Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 disappeared in March 2014 while on its way to Beijing from Kuala Lumpur with 239 people on board. Efforts to locate the wreckage of the Boeing 777 have sputtered over the years and hundreds of families of those on board remain haunted by the tragedy. On Friday, Malaysia's transport minister Anthony Loke said the cabinet approved in principle a $70m (£56m) deal with US-based marine exploration firm Ocean Infinity to find the aircraft. Under a "no find, no fee" arrangement, Ocean Infinity will get paid only when the wreckage is found. A 2018 search by Ocean Infinity under similar terms ended unsuccessfully after three months. A multinational effort that cost $150m ended in 2017 after two years of scouring vast waters. While the government has "in principle" accepted Ocean Infinity's offer, Loke said negotiations over specific terms of the deal were still ongoing and would be finalised early next year. The new search will cover a 15,000 sq km patch in the southern Indian Ocean, based on new data that Kuala Lumpur found to be "credible", the minister said. "We hope this time will be positive," Loke said, adding that finding the wreckage would give closure to the families of those on board.

Apparently you exhausted their supply.

From The Thaiger A flight to Thailand turned into a scene of mid-air mayhem, sparking outrage online after a viral video showcased the unruly behaviour of Indian passengers. Shared by Ankit Kumar, a content creator aboard the Thai AirAsia flight, the footage reveals groups of Indian men standing in the aisle, chatting loudly, snacking, and blatantly ignoring air hostesses’ repeated requests to return to their seats. Social media erupted after the video, captioned with the sentiment that such antics “bring a bad name to the country,” amassed over 29,000 likes and millions of views. Many users expressed embarrassment over their compatriots’ conduct. “Money doesn’t get you class!” “We should never defend such behaviour. It tarnishes India’s image globally.” Comments poured in from Indians both at home and abroad, highlighting a pattern of poor manners in public spaces. “I’m half Indian, living in Germany, and this is common—loud talking, blocking train exits, and even playing music on phones without headphones.” Continues at https://thethaiger.com/news/national/indian-passengers-turn-thai-airasia-plane-into-party-zone

I believe you're referring to Daiso on third floor of Silom Complex (and other locations). I'm familiar with the store and I don't believe they sell sex toys.

That's steep considering that you'd just be buying the business and not the real estate.

NOTE -- A rate cut should translate to a lower baht From Reuters / Bangkok Post Interest rates in Thailand should be cut quickly and sharply to help lift the economy out of “disaster”, says Kittiratt Na Ranong, who is widely expected to be named chairman of the board of the central bank. A Pheu Thai Party loyalist and former finance minister and stock exchange president, Mr Kittiratt told a seminar on Thursday that interest rates were too high and all sides must work together to address that. “It’s the way to prevent disaster. Today, I still believe that,” he said in reiterating a call he first made last year for fast and sharp cuts in interest rates to boost the economy. The government has yet to confirm the selection of Mr Kittiratt as chairman of the board of the Bank of Thailand, but sources with knowledge of the process have confirmed to Reuters his selection, which has been widely reported in local media. The government’s nomination of Kittiratt for the job faced strong opposition from economists and former Bank of Thailand governors concerned about political influence on the independent central bank. The Pheu Thai-led government has been at odds with the central bank for the bulk of its time in office since returning to power in September 2023, mostly over interest rates it says are shackling the economy. https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2923126/kittiratt-rate-cuts-needed-to-avert-disaster-in-thailand

From ESPN / MSN Suphanat Mueanta has always been destined for big things -- from the time he became the youngest player to both debut and then score in Thai League 1 at the age of 15. A year later, in 2019, he would set a similar record on the continental stage - becoming the AFC Champions League's youngest scorer at just 16 years and eight months. Many a prodigious talent has however failed in living up to their full potential. That will not be the case with Suphanat. Still only 22, the fleet-footed attacker recently returned to Buriram United after a loan stint in Europe with OH Leuven. The fact that he did not make a real breakthrough might led some to suggest it was a failed spell but the exposure he received would have been invaluable, especially considering he did make 14 appearances in the Belgian Pro League. It will be intriguing to see what the future holds for Suphanat, who should be aiming to continue developing at a higher level than in Thailand. Following in the footsteps of older brother Supachok Sarachat -- who has spent the last two and a half years with Consadole Sapporo -- and venturing to Japan's J1 League seems a logical move. In the present, though, his focus is firmly fixed on helping Thailand win a record-extending 8th ASEAN Championship title. And despite his relative youth, his undeniable quality and the fact that he has been around for a while now mean he is even playing the role of main man -- in an talented but inexperienced Thailand outfit missing some notable names in Chanathip Songkrasin, Theerathon Bunmathan and Teerasil Dangda. The added responsibility has hardly fazed him. With victories over Timor-Leste, Malaysia and Singapore, the War Elephants are already guaranted top spot -- and a semifinal berth -- ahead of Friday's Group A finale against Cambodia. Remarkably, Suphanat has been named Player of the Match in each match and already has three goals in as many games. Continues at https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/soccer/suphanat-mueanta-has-gone-from-teenage-prodigy-to-thailand-s-main-man-at-just-22/ar-AA1w9daN

From Pattaya Mail The initial success of DTV has been truly amazing with over 50,000 issued in just five months by Thai embassies and consulates abroad. As ever, they are fiercely independent and have their own documentary requirements within a broad framework established nationally. We all have to accept that reality like it or not. The whole subject is far too wide to address in detail here, so I propose we take a broad look at some of the pluses and minuses of this unprecedented innovation. DTV was announced primarily to address the needs of digital nomads or remote workers whose total global number is around 35 million. It cannot be a coincidence that other ASEAN partners, such as Cambodia and the Philippines, are now examining how to include this group within their own immigration agenda. But the point to stress is that digital nomads here cannot have Thai customers nor interact with the Thai economy. Do remember there isn’t any shortage of immigration police or investigators at the Department of Employment. Soft power or activity is another route to DTV. The bulk of successful applications have been for cookery or Muay Thai classes with the principal alternative being hospital appointments. It is important that, for adult learning, the course should last for several months at least or that medical treatment is prolonged and not just a matter of having a tooth extracted. Schools or academies should be registered with the appropriate government ministry. Some applicants have tried to broaden the activity to include learning the Thai language or the principles of Buddhism, but I don’t know of any successful cases as there are separate visas. A third route to DTV is family such as a Thai spouse and/or dependent children. Here applicants have to consider whether DTV suits their needs better than, say, the 12-months marriage visa with extensions or the non-immigrant three months visa or even the 60 days visa exempt. There can be no final answer as the foreigner’s status (such as age and whether employed overseas or in retirement) may be factors to consider. Some married foreigners over 50 prefer the annually-renewable extension of stay based on retirement which is, perhaps, the least bureaucratic of all the options. A third route to DTV is family such as a Thai spouse and/or dependent children. Here applicants have to consider whether DTV suits their needs better than, say, the 12-months marriage visa with extensions or the non-immigrant three months visa or even the 60 days visa exempt. There can be no final answer as the foreigner’s status (such as age and whether employed overseas or in retirement) may be factors to consider. Some married foreigners over 50 prefer the annually-renewable extension of stay based on retirement which is, perhaps, the least bureaucratic of all the options. https://www.pattayamail.com/latestnews/news/thai-immigration-lawyer-assesses-destination-thailand-visa-484385

From Pattaya News On December 17th, 2024, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and key officials held a meeting to address traffic congestion, drug issues, begging, and other social problems to improve order in the city. The meeting focused on six key issues: traffic law enforcement, drug abuse and illegal items like e-cigarettes and sex toys, tackling illegal vendors and beggars, scams targeting tourists around the Grand Palace, the impact of illegal Chinese businesses in areas like Huai Khwang, and land use regulations in districts such as Phaya Thai. Governor Chadchart announced the first model zone will begin along Sukhumvit Road, from Ploenchit Expressway to Phra Khanong intersection, targeting drug-free zones and cracking down on begging, illegal vending, and exploitation of tourists. National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Kitrat Phanphet emphasized the need for stricter enforcement of laws, particularly against illegal businesses, overloaded trucks damaging infrastructure, and organized begging. He noted plans for targeted zoning and joint task forces to address these problems, given limited resources effectively.

What can I say; I've been away from SK for six days now and I'm suffering withdrawal symptoms. 😑

The DA will have little choice other than to seek murder in the first degree. But it may not be a cut and dry verdict by any jury of his peers.

Phoenix Massage is offering 3, one-hour massages for 1,000 baht (normal price 799 for one). The offer is good Dec. 18 to 20 but package once purchased doesn't expire and may be shared.

+1 The 3300 baht for 90 minutes at first blush seems like a lot--and it is--but it's not out of the ballpark. One hour at Phoenix (assuming no promotional discount on house fee) would cost you 1,999 baht (799 + 1200 tip). Both shops have their advantage: Phoenix has twinks and twunks; Senso has more hunks and convenient location. Agree that the all-in pricing is the stress-free route to to a satisfactory experience.

Look on the bright side: It confirms that you are a man of sound judgement.