Wednesday, May 21, 2014
When I was Young
Post by ACCA Relοαded.
When I was a boy, my momma would send me down to the corner store with $1 and I'd come back with
- 5 potatoes,
- 2 loaves of bread,
- 3 bottles of milk,
- a hunk of cheese,
- a box of tea
- and 6 eggs.
Too many fucking security cameras
Excellent BBC Photography of Bangkok
BBC News In pictures: Thailand comes under martial law
Keep in mind this is in Bangkok not all of Thailand
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Tuesday, May 20, 2014
US Embassy Bangkok, Security Message
This message is to inform U.S. citizens that
According to a Royal Thai Army announcement, the military has assumed responsibility for maintaining peace and order. Martial law gives the military certain expanded authorities to ensure public security and safety. According to media reports, Thailand’s constitution and caretaker government remain in place. U.S. citizens are advised to stay alert, exercise caution, and monitor media coverage. You are advised to avoid areas where there are protest events, large gatherings, or security operations and follow the instructions of Thai authorities.
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the Royal Thai Army has invoked martial law throughout Thailand, effective 3:00 AM Tuesday May 20, 2014.
According to a Royal Thai Army announcement, the military has assumed responsibility for maintaining peace and order. Martial law gives the military certain expanded authorities to ensure public security and safety. According to media reports, Thailand’s constitution and caretaker government remain in place. U.S. citizens are advised to stay alert, exercise caution, and monitor media coverage. You are advised to avoid areas where there are protest events, large gatherings, or security operations and follow the instructions of Thai authorities.
Read the full text here
Martial Law in Thailand
This is not a Coup
BBC News - Thailand army declares martial law
There is little in print regarding the rules of this declaration as of yet.
Prohibiting public assembly should be high on the agenda. Prohibiting strikes may also be in the cards. I expect some sort of censorship particularly pertaining to political propaganda.
Personally I think it was a very smart first step. It's the next step that's important
There is little in print regarding the rules of this declaration as of yet.
Prohibiting public assembly should be high on the agenda. Prohibiting strikes may also be in the cards. I expect some sort of censorship particularly pertaining to political propaganda.
Personally I think it was a very smart first step. It's the next step that's important
Monday, May 19, 2014
Northern Floods worsend
by blocked floodgates
Northern and northeastern Thailand devastatated
Floodgates and canals full of trash and vegetation are ineffective in diverting storm water.
Floodgates and canals full of trash and vegetation are ineffective in diverting storm water.
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