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From that video, you can see the coast guard plane clearly turn on to the active runway. It either had authority to line up and was awaiting clearance to roll or turned on to the runway to lineup without clearance in error. Speculation of actual facts, of course, but very sad as to the outcome.

Just realised my life is meaningless, just received a shock headline from the Daily Mail: EXCLUSIVESam Smith SPLITS from fashion designer boyfriend Christian Cowan after a year and is spotted back on celebrity dating app Raya Oh, I need to get a smack in the face, a kick in the groin or just a flight to Thailand. Don't they know I would rather have a boil on my bum, than being advised any fcking details about they/them. What has happened to reporting details of important issues.

Just received a nice package from my mate, a jar of D & L (Devos and Lemmens) mayonnaise. Friend was visiting his family in Antwerp, Belgium, over Christmas and brought me a jar of my favourite mayonnaise, goes so well on my chips. Always loved this brand, ever since having a cone of frites in Antwerp back in the mid 90s.

At my daughter's school, the headmistress advises that videos, photos can be taken during any concerts, events etc., but not to upload them to social media, use only for personal use. Same should apply to Vloggers, no law against filming (in many places) but the moment it is uploaded to social media, it may be restricted because consent has not been sort. We have probably all done it, but is it lawful, especially if later somebody complains. I even think that GDPR laws allow EU citizens when in another country to expect privacy from being filmed if requiring privacy. There are even Vlogger sites that specifically cover the multitude of pitfalls that Vlogging brings with it. The main thing for me is, if somebody does not wish their image to be recorded, even in a public place, then commonsense says you should respect that privacy view and desist from carrying on filming against someone's will. I once had a guy in a bar in LK Metro try to take a photo of my wife, (just happened to look fabulous) the guy believed he had the right to put a camera in my wife's face until I told him not to, the guy nearly had the camera taken from his hands, but eventually a friend of his stopped him. My wife didn't really want her photo taken and then probably shown to the idiots friends at home as a conquest on his holidays. These guys who film may also be seeking financial reward from their video recordings which again should see authorisation for recording being gained. Not everybody wants to have their image posted on a forum, YouTube or other media channel. I think a lot of common sense can be used when videoing people as it is unlikely that anybody will see your video later, but if in a sensitive area, like a bar area, I doubt those you are filming want their mugshot on social media. It is a minefield out there but being smart when filming is not something some of these idiots are known for.

There's an interesting thread on an Angeles based forum, relating to a Vlogger who got 'assaulted' by a Korean manager. It appears the Vlogger was walking down the middle of Fields (main bar area), panning right and left but getting everyone in view and a Korean manager, at the door of his bar, asked the guy to respect privacy and stop filming. Well, Vlogger believed his rights meant he could keep filming, which he did, protesting his rights, which ensured a physical reaction. Maybe not same, but for me, phones and, perceived rights of their owners, can be very intrusive.

Haven't really drunk much over Christmas and New Year as I still have 3 beers out of the 10 I had. My favourite 4 beers are as below; the first, I have just opened. Lovely The Nut Brown is a stunning tasting beer, will be buying more from the Felin Foel brewery soon.

Wish it was Thailand but my next trip is likely to be Prague in May. Will go with two good mates to celebrate knowing each other for 50 years, we met at work with BEA (British European Airlines) in 1974, I started 1973.

That has got to be a really popular band, not seen it like that except on rare occasions when I lived there. Usually a sponsored night where only Chang or Leo can be sold. I have seen times when Thais have been kicked out for bringing their own booze in, the owner and his cronies like a walk around to check what is being consumed. Edit Just seen your next post, Carabao are big in Thailand. Named after the Philippine name for 'buffalo' been going for over 40 years. Massive in Thailand. 3 of the band studied in Philippines hence the name.

Back in 1980 a passenger came up to my desk in Terminal Two and asked me to endorse his ticket to travel on Swissair to Zurich. He was early to the airport and decided that he could catch the earlier Swissair flight instead of his later BA flight. I informed him that he could not go earlier as his ticket was an APEX type, which did not allow changes. He remonstrated with me but got no where. He then decided to show his displeasure by ripping the ticket to shreds. He then goes to terminal one to check in but got refused due to the ticket being defaced (legal term for ripped up ticket). He then came back to me, thinking I could help as I had seen his ticket. Well the answer was no, so he ended up having to buy a completely new ticket one way (more than his APEX ticket return) at the Swissair desk. He was not a happy man. Few more stories to tell later.

Really envious...

Yes, I do indeed, but got a bit sidetracked by your post of a Craft Ale location further away.

Oh, I asked where you were drinking Porter so looks like you may be around 94/88 area,

Looks great, where is this establishment?, needs a visit if I haven't been there before.

Felt it was a place that had a regular clientele, the sort who could make it their first and last bar of the night, the type who could chat, as the music wasn't so loud. It obviously did food, and it was a great drinking place (drinks station surrounded by seating), so it seemed more of a social meeting place rather than a full on go go. The girls dancing almost seemed an afterthought, but were enough to keep some entertained and coming back. As I said it was a place I could go with my lady; I think also, Mr Egg was working there when I was visiting, so did occasionally have a chat at the bar. Think I did pop in solo occasionally but never felt pushed by the ladies, which is a total plus for me. It is a reason I rarely pop into a go go in Patpong, when in Bangkok, impossible to sit, drink and watch without company arriving next to you the minute you sit down.

The reason, I could take the wife, no sexy shows except for coyote dancers (I think that's what you call them). Wife felt comfortable as nothing was going on, no nude dancers, no seedy guys playing with girls, seemed well run with professional staff attending. Mamasans chatted to us regularly. Maybe some would disagree with what I have said but I can only go by what I saw.

Same with me, I was on a different statin when first prescribed, I just could not function well in the morning, also had stomach upsets and felt down. I was taken off statins for a while and when they recommended it was time to have another try, they prescribed 10mg of Atorvastatin. I have had no problems since and my daily trips to the loo are happy ones.

Never want to buy a Renault again. Bought a Renault 5 GTL in late 70s, broke down on me numerous times including the first week I had it from new. Even the engine gave up after a few years, terrible car. Was also unfortunate to be given a Renault Captur by Alamo on a rental, was not impressed. Tinny and poor options, really didn't enjoy the ride. Think Red Bull gave up on Renault as an engine supplier as well, if I am not mistaken.

I first visited the bar by luck, just was passing by on way to Walking Street. Never knew about a forum attached, just was an OK place to go and feel comfortable with my wife. I came back a few times because, again, it was a place that I could go with the wife. Never felt it was a full on go go bar, just a good place to drink and listen to good music. Seemed to be well run and I never felt insecure for me when with the wife which is not the case with some establishments.

Even though you have been aware for some time that this day was coming, it must be extremely upsetting for you and I am so sorry for your loss. It is obvious you had a strong bond with your sister, and I hope that you can cope better by remembering all the good times you had together and honouring her by being strong and determined in your own life going forward. Sad news to hear mate.

Forgot to take a picture of the poured beer, but I have just drank out of this lovely Samuel Smith's bottle. Every year they produce a Christmas beer, this year it celebrates the centenary of the building of the Flying Scotsman. Supposedly, the labels are collectible. I certainly enjoyed the 6% beer.

Just watching the footie on Amazon without any distractions. Dropped wife and daughter off 22 miles up the road in Merthyr, earlier this afternoon, they are away 2 nights at my wife's Thai friend's house. Of course, I did say that family should be together over Christmas period, but like normal, my wife wants to stay with her mates on her days off. I gave up protesting a long time ago. Nice to be solo though, had a beer and now on 19 Crimes red. Haven't turned on the heating for about a week now, so mild. Might open the M & S port later

I need to move back to Thailand in 2 years then lol

Yes, I am sure some would want it cooked through, I just prefer seared only. Lovely though.

Perfectly cooked (uncooked almost) tuna, that looks delicious

Bow, that was a good afternoon's entertainment.