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Around here, most mentions of Ananda Everingham in recent months have had to do with his starring role in Wisit Sasanatieng’s reboot of the Red Eagle action franchise. But Ananda is involved in another high-profile project that is also the talk of the Thai … Read full story >>>

Four new license plate background images were announced in the Royal Gazette recently, one was an updated design and for three there was no design yet. Suphanburi [ Gazette ] The dragon from the new Chinese heritage museum next to the city pillar shrine was added to the previous design . The other element … Read full story >>>

An update to follow up on my previous posts on the topic of the Map Ta Phut industrial estate impasse: Reuters: Thai stocks seen up after Map Ta Phut court ruling Thai stocks are expected to edge higher on Friday… Read full story >>>

At the expense of tiring you out with restaurant stories, I'm going to post this piece I wrote for The Atlantic Food Channel yesterday.  It's a personal piece about myself and my father. I'm so grateful for his… Read full story >>>

The phrase ‘hen’s teeth’ comes to mind as news that convicted criminal, rabble-rouser, leader of thieves and violent thugs Sondhi Limthongkul and one of his vile cronies has been convicted of libel. “People’s Alliance for Democracy leader Sondhi Limthongkul has been found … Read full story >>>

“Little has been said so far of the repressive apparatuses and the problems of reactionary violence … Here again, a real contradiction is involved – one which cannot be conjured away by pious declarations of faith in the peaceful road … The repressive apparatuses are no paper tigers: they … Read full story >>>

The 67th Venice International Film Festival is under way with two Thai shorts in the line-up, Nok Ka Mhin ( Four Seasons ) by Chaisiri Jiwarangsan and Woman I by Nuntanat Duangtisarn. They are both part of the Horizons (Orizzonti) program for experimental… Read full story >>>

The Discovering Alcoholic website is hosting a special edition of my addiction and recovery podcast. In this episode you can hear more about my experiences at Thamkrabok temple. You can find this podcast by visiting the Discovering Alcoholic website here. Read full story >>>

Actress Cassie Casey embraces a Faustian bargain with a magician, Gideon, who has in turn been commissioned by the President of the United States to obtain evidence against a presumed enemy of the state. Revealed as a beautiful butterfly or swan perhaps, Cassie goes on … Read full story >>>

In Dostoyevsky’s short story “Bobok,” the action follows the interaction between people of various social classes. The difference between those classes is of overwhelming importance to them and colours every word they say and every action they take. The horror of the situation emerges when… Read full story >>>

This 1920s palace is the biggest drawcard in this part of the coast. And why not – it is after all the ‘longest teak palace in the world’, lovingly restored and maintained in a garden of several hectares featuring lush rain trees, sprawling multi-rooted Banyan trees, spiky Bismarck palms and jacarandas . Despite the … Read full story >>>

Are you looking for some new apps for your iPhone? Here are the top 10 charts for iPhone apps in the Thailand iTunes store for September 2010. Top 10 Free Apps in Thailand for September 2010: Alarm Clock Pirate Nation BlueTooth Mania Pinball Ride Free… Read full story >>>

Thinking of a great beachside holiday spot for the family in Thailand? This is it. A futsal set and snooker table in the Havana lobby lounge set the tone for family fun. Then there’s the massive pool right by the beach with its serpentine slides and Kid’s … Read full story >>>

Sourcing a Thai language school in Pattaya… On moving to Pattaya one of my first orders of business was to find a decent Thai language school that could fulfill my two main requirements: provide me with a 1 year education visa … Read full story >>>

Ever heard of Christy Gibson ? She's a famous singer in Thailand specialised in the Isan/Laos style of music called  Mor Lam and Luk Thung Prayuk , which is certainly not the easiest choice to make. Christy or nicknamed Kitty by her fans is born to a… Read full story >>>

Similar to the clever use of the Thai typography for a washing powder called “Breeze”, which will read like USA or Usa for foreigners, I tried to come up with something similar, based on the characters u,s,a,n… Read full story >>>

Here’s a few more posters for Wisit Sasanatieng’s Red Eagle ( อินทรีเเดง , Insee Daeng ) , showing the masked superhero crimefighter played by Ananda Everingham in action. Insee Daeng has his trusty motorcycle and pistol, a sword to battle his mysterious blade… Read full story >>>

Getting your banking in order before you move to Thailand can save you hours of hassle and frustrations that come with dealing with banking in a different country. Here’s 5 quick tips on ways you can set up your banking at home before … Read full story >>>

A view of the Map Ta Phut industrial estate in Rayong province, eastern Thailand in this August 31, 2010 file photo. In a decision that will likely be cheered by foreign investors, a Thai court Thursday ruled that nearly all the projects at Map Ta Phut industrial park can resume …

An innocent 9 year old boy was fatally shot on a public bus on his way to school here in Thailand. On a crowded bus in the Bangkok area, the boy whose nickname was Nong Thian was riding a bus he takes everyday with… Read full story >>>

Thailand’s new No. 1 heads agribusiness conglomerate Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group), which father founded as small Bangkok seed importer. Over the past year stock more than doubled at 3 largest shareholdings: 7-Eleven store operator, CP ALL, on higher profits and successful expansion; as well as food producers Charoen Pokphand Foods and PT Charoen Pokphand on …

Where to Find Double Entry Tourist Visas? is a post from: ThaiPulse.com/blog/ , a Thailand focused website. ©2009-2010 ThaiPulse Where to Find Double Entry Tourist Visas? is a post from: ThaiPulse.com/blog/, a Thailand focused website. ©2009-2010 ThaiPulse I’ve been looking at tourist visas to carry me through… Read full story >>>

  Duangrit Ketuma, Mong’s teacher request legal assistance from Bangkok legal clinic to  inquire the suspension and possible revocation of his stateless student status s  in Thailand.    Mong Thongdee captured  hearts  of local and international   audiences when the report of… Read full story >>>

As of today, BP will be blogging on a more regular basis – well more regular than once a week anyway. Blogging should be more frequent from next week. BP would like to thank the guest bloggers, namely Saksith ( blog and twitter ), James Harriman ( twitter )… Read full story >>>

There has been a lot of speculation about the authenticity of photos showing ousted Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra meeting Nelson Mandela. Interestingly, none of the Thai media outlets did the smallest bit of research and instead jumped right into the… Read full story >>>

Sunday, August 15, 2010. After a busy week of packing up the house, sorting out utilities and catching up with friends we finally hit the road at a reasonable time on a quiet Sunday morning. A few last minute jobs … Continue reading → Read full story >>>

Today, when I got in the cab, I detected an unusual aroma emanating from the front of the car. I soon noticed a pink air freshener with the words, “Tokyo 828″ on it. Apparently, the driver has never heard of pine or lemon-scented fresheners in the shape of an evergreen tree. According to the… Read full story >>>

There was some buzz in the Thai media early this week when pictures of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra depicting him shaking hands with former South African president Nelson Mandela and meeting Mandela’s ex-wife Winne Mandela. The pictures were circulated by his … Read full story >>>

It’s funny the difference I noticed in some of the family members when I retired, The Kids were happy for me, some of the ones that were afraid to retire or were not prepared to retire when they reached retirement age seemed to be jealous and some even, seem to get angry, when we … Read full story >>>

Chuang Chuang fovorite pastime is eating, after becoming obese weighing 150 Kg/331 Pounds, his parter Lin Hui felt unconfortable mating with him any longer, so the zoo’s chief veterinarian put him on a strict diet of bamboo leaves 2 years ago. This video I shot 4 days ago shows his eating habits haven’t changed much since… Read full story >>>

The province governor reshuffle effective October 1 is now starting to be finalized, the first changes have now been decided in the cabinet meeting on August 31 . These only cover the province governors who get promoted to higher posts inside the Ministry of the Interior, the now vacant posts will be… Read full story >>>

Directed by Banjong Pisanthanakun Starring Chantavit Thanasevi and Neungtida Sophon Released in Thai cinemas on August 19, 2010; rated 15+ Wise Kwai’s rating: 3/5 As far as romantic comedies go, Hello Stranger ( Guan Muen Ho , กวน มึน โฮ ) is okay I suppose. It’s the solo bow by … Read full story >>>

Seen in my hotel in Chiang Mai, three trees grow through a small shed Read full story >>>

A big concern of mine during the last years of my addiction was if I’d reached rock bottom yet. For a long time I felt convinced that it was only by reaching this mythical bottom that I’d be able to quit addiction for good. I had heard plenty of recovered addicts Read full story >>>

A story in yesterday’s NYT : In Rural Thailand, an Unappeased Opposition Bides Its Time : In front of the charred ruins of the municipal hall here, a huge poster carries the photographs of 76 people being sought in an attack on the building three months ago, on the day the… Read full story >>>

Hidden away on the North side behind Ratchawithi road is a small nightlife enclave with an interesting spot called Roots Rock Reggae. “Come and shake your little ass!!!” The place was 90% packed with foreigners, the rest being filled up with unconventionally dresses Thai. Not all visitors had… Read full story >>>

Seen in a Thai restaurant called “Juice” in Chiang Mai, behind the norh of Ratchawithi Road on the corner 50 M/160Ft opposite of Roots Rock Reggae bar . A lampshade made from a Leo beer carton box and it has an … Read full story >>>

Wisit Sasanatieng’s Tears of the Black Tiger ( ฟ้าทะลายโจร , Fah Talai Jone ) was the movie that did it for me. It’s the reason I started this blog. I first saw Tears of the Black Tiger during a visit to Bangkok in October of 2000. I was living in Phnom Penh at the time … Read full story >>>

Welcome to The Wednesday Photo – a new picture each week highlighting something of interest in Thailand. Click on the picture to see a larger version. Kasma Pounds Som Dtam Although Green Papaya Salad (Som Dtam) is an Isaan (Northeastern Thailand) dish, it’s available all over… Read full story >>>