Thursday, August 20, 2015

In Bangkok, remain aware of your surroundings


Bangkok Travel Alert: Is Thailand Safe?
What You Must Know Before Traveling To Bangkok
 
Headlines & Global News
  • Travel advisories range anywhere from level 2, 3 and 4.  Level 4 advisory  is from Hong Kong

 Thailand Tourism: How Quickly Will It Bounce Back? MSN  


Taxi driver: Bangkok bombing suspect was calm, not Thai - CNN.com

  • I would not jump no any racial conclusion.  Thais are nuts about whitening creams, some are well educated in foreign languages


As for impact on tourism, thai corporations are painting a rosy picture




Wednesday, August 19, 2015

I do four mugs a day

Research indicates coffee can help in fight against cancer

Coffee Helps The Fight Against Some Types of Cancer

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Could be Thai or a Foreigener



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"Slight" gradual cooling trend after today
A day after increased rain chances through the weekend




On Average August should be the month with the most rain for the year, 
with September a close second
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go 40 - go 40 - go 40 - Cheer


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"... the male flight attendant suspected of thievery went running down the aisle as if his hair were on fire..."

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Flight attendants on a Cebu Pacific flight to China stole over $1250 from their unsuspecting passengers. The money was recovered from the plane's toilet.
WEIRDASIANEWS.COM

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Who done it

Thai Police Identify Suspect in Bangkok Bombing,
but Motive Remains Unknown
TIME



There tends to be a blame game before the facts are unravelled.
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Yesterday's Science Fiction is tomorrow's Reality

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Rattled Nerves BKK


Seal with white background

U.S. Embassy Bangkok
Security Message
Tuesday, August 18, 2015

This message is to inform U.S. citizens in Thailand that local law enforcement and media sources are reporting a suspicious explosion at the Sathorn Pier beneath the Taksin bridge along the Chao Phraya River this afternoon, Aug 18. There are no reports of damage or injuries. Please stay clear of the affected area, including the Saphan Taksin BTS station, while authorities investigate. Monitor media reports for further information.

Review your personal security plans; remain aware of your surroundings, including local events; and monitor local news stations for updates. Maintain a high level of vigilance and take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security and follow instructions of local authorities


We strongly recommend that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Thailand enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at www.Travel.State.Gov. STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the U.S. embassy or nearest U.S. consulate to contact you in an emergency. If you don’t have Internet access, enroll directly with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

Regularly monitor the State Department's website, where you can find current Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Caution. Read the Country Specific Information for Thailand. For additional information, refer to “A Safe Trip Abroad” on the State Department’s website.

Contact the U.S. embassy or consulate for up-to-date information on travel restrictions. You can also call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). Follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and download our free Smart Traveler iPhone App to have travel information at your fingertips.

The American Citizen Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy (http://bangkok.usembassy.gov/service.html) is located at 95 Wireless Road in Bangkok, and can be reached by calling 66-2-205-4049, or by e-mailing acsbkk@state.gov. The Embassy’s after-hours emergency telephone number is 66-2-205-4000.

The U.S. Consulate General in Chiang Mai (http://chiangmai.usconsulate.gov/service.html) is located at 387 Wichayanond Road in Chiang Mai. The American Citizen Services Unit of the Consulate General can be reached by calling 66-53-107-777 and by e-mail at acschn@state.gov. The after-hours emergency telephone number is 66-81-881-1878.
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