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Bangkok night market stall selling unbranded handbags and watches as a police officer walks past. AI-generated image.

Thai Police to crack down on fake brands and this time its for real

Crimes, ShoppingBy MindstreamNovember 7, 2006Leave a comment

Police are cracking down on Pirated goods for the 1000 time. They will also set up a special task force; yes you guessed it, again. But according to Gen. Achirawit, who is also Deputy Commissioner General this one is for real. (Huh?!) After a meeting with representatives for 57 trademarks, he promised to shape up…

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People releasing candle-lit krathong offerings on the Chao Phraya river at night during Loy Krathong, Wat Arun lit up behind. AI-generated image.

Thats every year I flush my old girlfriends in the toilet

Entertainment, Festivals, Loy Kratong, Thai TravelBy MindstreamNovember 6, 2006Leave a comment

The tradition of Loy Kratong in Thailand I celebrated my Thailand Loy Kratong by flushing down old girlfriends in the toilet. Maybe not the best way to do it but then I have always been a party crasher. The story of origin for this beautiful feast in Thailand is many. Some say it is to…

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Thai family watching a music concert on television in their living room with a set-top box below. AI-generated image.

MTV flunked in Thailand and M.I.B busted Thai TV Pirates

Entertainment, Media, NewsBy MindstreamNovember 2, 2006Leave a comment

UBC Thailand, the only company the have broadcasting rights in Thailand flunked MTV and VH1 when their contract out on Tuesday. They did this of course without telling any of the viewers in advance and that is strange because the reason to flunk this 2 channels was according to UBC a new trend and demand…

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419 Scam Emails: Recognising Advance-Fee Fraud in Thailand

Expat GuideBy MindstreamOctober 29, 200620 Comments

Recognise advance-fee requests, verify unexpected financial messages and avoid sending more money after a suspected scam.

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Thailand’s Mom-and-Pop Shops: How to Shop Local and Compare Prices

Food, ShoppingBy MindstreamOctober 25, 2006Leave a comment

Explore Thailand’s neighborhood shops, how they differ from supermarkets, and practical tips on prices, packaged food and supporting local businesses.

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Thai Visa Extension in 2026: Online and In Person

Expat Guide, VisaBy MindstreamOctober 24, 2006Leave a comment

Understand Thai stay extensions, e-Extension and 90-day reporting, and check what to prepare before visiting immigration.

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Pretty Girls on press release and free Fitness

Expat Guide, FitnessBy MindstreamOctober 21, 2006Leave a comment

Wow California fitness group launched a new spot on Fashion TV / Chic Channel in Thailand. “How to get fit in 20 min” Of course you can not get fit in 20 doing something in front of the TV you need to get down to one of their many fitness centers and buy a card.…

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Clean tiled bathroom in a Thai home with a floor drain and a closed bin

Cockroaches in a Thai Bathroom: What to Do and How to Prevent Them

Animals, Expat GuideBy MindstreamOctober 10, 2006Leave a comment

Found cockroaches in your Thai bathroom? Learn why sinks and drains attract them, safe prevention tips and when to contact building maintenance.

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