Not Fred
@Fred
Indonesian citizen
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Indonesian
Lives in West Java
Speaks English with a bit more Indonesian than before and a sprinkle of Mandarin. I am fluent in bahasa gila.
Registration: 02 August 2009
The pet culture in Indonesia by Priscilla
Hey everyone, Pets are an integral part of a lot of families. So much so that they would never consider moving abroad without them. Before doing so, it would be important to know the pet culture in Indonesia just to make sure that their little ...
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How can I make life more enjoyable in this boring country? by coolinny
I like Mauritius, and I love the people of Mauritius.I love my job, too.But sometimes, this small island feels so stifling.How about you?How do you guys overcome this feeling of boredom?Sports? Hobbies? Travel?Please share your secrets. ...
I like Mauritius, and I love the people of Mauritius. I love my job, too. But sometimes, this small island feels so stifling. How about you? How do you guys overcome this feeling of boredom? Sports? Hobbies? Travel? Please share your secrets. ... Read More
Update on our gated nightmare by Justagirl8870
2026 and the web of companies continue to show up in tribunal, auction, foreclosures, civil and criminal cases. Buy and build in a gated community in Costa Rica? Do your homework. Now with ChatGPT etc you can find all the information you need to ...
AI is most notable for producing erroneous results. It is not to be trusted for important information as it might well mislead, or plain lie, to you. Read More
Have you relocated internationally recently? by mervisalmela
I’d love to hear about your experience!I’m exploring what settling into a new country is really like, beyond the practicalities of the move. Things like finding your feet at work, rebuilding routines and networks, supporting your family, ...
Perhaps you need to chat with Mervi Salmela, a professional specializing in Change Management, Transformation, and Continuous Improvement. Read More
I'll help with job and language in Novosibirsk by RinaAntipova
Hi, there. I'm Rina, and I live in Novosibirsk, Russia. I'm in the prosses of preparation to IELTS and I need Speaking practice with native english speaker. In retern I may suggest any help with job search 'cause I'm an experienced ...
The OP hasn't posted for 7 years so you may not get a reply Read More
New members of the USA forum, introduce yourselves here - 2026 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the USA forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
can we have a quick chat when you are available? - @yongwansong1 I strongly recommend keeping conversations public in order to avoid potential scams. Read More
Looking for an expat Security Superintendent job across the blob by stanleys24
I'm a security expat working in Congo currently working for Kamoa Copper .
I would say you have zero chance of getting a job like that. - @wyngrove60 Some western companies might hire a foreigner IF the focus is on export infrastructure, but the market will be very limited. Read More
Samsung ZFold 8 - Failed delivery by Fred
For the first time in a few years, I decided to change a phone before it died - That being because the Z Fold 8 looks great. I pre-ordered a phone with a delivery date of the 21st of this month. Still nothing yesterday so I ordered from the Samsung ...
Much as I'm unimpressed with Samsung's service, the phone is amazing. The first day or two saw me using the z fold 8 more than the S22, but the Z fold is now my primary device - I didn't even switch my S22 on today. Read More
Looking for an expat Security Superintendent job across the blob by stanleys24
I'm a security expat working in Congo currently working for Kamoa Copper .
https://id.jobstreet.com/superintendent-security-jobsYou'll need the appropriate qualifications, and probably fluent in Indonesian Read More
Have you relocated internationally recently? by mervisalmela
I’d love to hear about your experience!I’m exploring what settling into a new country is really like, beyond the practicalities of the move. Things like finding your feet at work, rebuilding routines and networks, supporting your family, ...
Everyone has different reactions and different experiences. For those who have to learn a foreign language to cope, it's harder than it is for a speaker of the same language. When it comes to food, it's a matter of what you like along with what ... Read More
General Manager of the CATL‑TOGG joint venture in Bursa by Russel zhang
Very happy to be part of the Bursa expat group. I am General Manager of the CATL‑TOGG joint venture in Bursa. Before moving to Turkey, I worked in Malaysia as Deputy General Manager for Proton New Energy, focusing on overseas EV manufacturing ...
I was unaware of the China/Turkey partnership in tis area, but I wasn't surprised by it.I can't give any practical help or advice, but I can wish you good luck for your new adventure. Read More
Samsung ZFold 8 - Failed delivery by Fred
For the first time in a few years, I decided to change a phone before it died - That being because the Z Fold 8 looks great. I pre-ordered a phone with a delivery date of the 21st of this month. Still nothing yesterday so I ordered from the Samsung ...
For washing, I have a twin tub. Read More
Samsung ZFold 8 - Failed delivery by Fred
For the first time in a few years, I decided to change a phone before it died - That being because the Z Fold 8 looks great. I pre-ordered a phone with a delivery date of the 21st of this month. Still nothing yesterday so I ordered from the Samsung ...
I did find one issue with the Z Fold 8 - I can't use a slab any more. My Samsung S22 feels like a brick now, so the new phone, intended as a second unit to replace a phone and tablet, became my primary device yesterday. I transferred my Huawei watch ... Read More
International Relations
Hey everyone, Let’s please try to keep the advice based on reliable information that can be found online. We absolutely welcome personal experiences, as they can be very helpful, but we also value information that is accurate, legitimate, and ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
Dozens of co-ordinated arson attacks hit southern Thailand "....Since 2004, a low-level conflict has simmered in the southernmost provinces of Buddhist-majority Thailand, as rebels in the Muslim-majority region battle for greater autonomy. More than ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
There's a long running Islamic insurgency going on in the south of Thailand. There's absolutely no reason to risk going there. There were some deaths fairly recently due to attacks. Stick to the mainstream tourist areas further North. - @fluffy2560 ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
My husband and son have a thing about wanting to go to Thailand.Not me, too humid and street ladies have zero interest to me!My cousin,s wife is from Thailand and when she visited us in Hungary she sad she was embarrassed that the world only thinks ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
Well, western visitors will have far less time to catch STDs - Not really much news there. The Thai resorts are just a mass of prostitutes hanging out of bars trying to get your cash - I went to Puket (as in puke), and left early because it was a ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
I stopped watching US political crap films many years ago, not because of historical inaccuracies, but the sad portrayal of 'victim America' when this was a lot more about anger at the US removing Iran's democratically elected government in favour ... Read More
Australian Nurse Wanting to Relocate to Hanoi by Alex1104
Hi everybody 😎 My name is Alex and I am an Enrolled Divisions 2 Nurse (LPN) from Cairns in Australia. I have fallen very much in love with Hanoi and its people (I have made many beautiful friends) and now want to relocate to live ...
@Alex1104 Hello! I'm not sure if this will even reach you considering the age of the original post but I'm also an Lpn in America looking to move to Vietnam and find work. Any help is greatly appreciated! Thank you so much!!Regina Bxxxxxccc c ... Read More
Has anyone tried Vekser for managing rental properties? by harneetkaur45455
I’m comparing a few property management solutions and came across Vekser. Curious if anyone here has used it and what your experience was like, especially with maintenance and tenant management.
If it's the one I'm thinking of, it's just one more AI run junk site to be avoided. Read More
Samsung ZFold 8 - Failed delivery by Fred
For the first time in a few years, I decided to change a phone before it died - That being because the Z Fold 8 looks great. I pre-ordered a phone with a delivery date of the 21st of this month. Still nothing yesterday so I ordered from the Samsung ...
For background, I hate using Windows. After a particularly long Windows 10 update, I threw my brand new laptop across the room and bought a Samsung Tab S5e. I had to get a Windows machine when I started a new job, but that sits in a drawer unless I ... Read More
Samsung ZFold 8 - Failed delivery by Fred
For the first time in a few years, I decided to change a phone before it died - That being because the Z Fold 8 looks great. I pre-ordered a phone with a delivery date of the 21st of this month. Still nothing yesterday so I ordered from the Samsung ...
I use DeX mode a lot so Samsung S series phones are very useful. However, I still use PowerPoint presentations with video, but that app doesn't work on slab phones, only tablets as long as they aren't using DeX.The Z fold 8 works with ... Read More
Samsung ZFold 8 - Failed delivery by Fred
For the first time in a few years, I decided to change a phone before it died - That being because the Z Fold 8 looks great. I pre-ordered a phone with a delivery date of the 21st of this month. Still nothing yesterday so I ordered from the Samsung ...
Afer much messing around, I am now the partially happy owner of a Samsung Z Fold 8.The phone is great, but I'm unsure I can say the same about Samsung. Read More
Samsung ZFold 8 - Failed delivery by Fred
For the first time in a few years, I decided to change a phone before it died - That being because the Z Fold 8 looks great. I pre-ordered a phone with a delivery date of the 21st of this month. Still nothing yesterday so I ordered from the Samsung ...
Well, gosh!A few messages and the Samsung shop has suddenly got a phone in stock.The 'no stock' is now a proven lie as the message they quoted shows the phone was transferred from another shop.They have has them for at least a few days, but ... Read More
Samsung ZFold 8 - Failed delivery
For the first time in a few years, I decided to change a phone before it died - That being because the Z Fold 8 looks great. I pre-ordered a phone with a delivery date of the 21st of this month. Still nothing yesterday so I ordered from the Samsung ... Read More
Z Fold 8 - Failed to supply
For the first time in years I decided to replace a phone before it died. The Samsung Z Fold 8 will replace at least one of my phones and a tablet, but there's a problem.I pre-ordered from a samsung outlet (with service so it's a 'real' Samsung shop, ... Read More
I need information about this important topic by Merkel Guu
Hey everyone. I'm a journalist working on a story about the Pelican Agency, a Turkish football agency that took over FC Dinamo-Auto Tiraspol in Transnistria in 2022.They recruited players, mostly Ivorian, Gabonese and Nigerian, promising them a shot ...
https://www.facebook.com/scpelican/No posts of lateTheir SITE is a dodgy looking gambling thing Read More
I need information about this important topic by Merkel Guu
Hey everyone. I'm a journalist working on a story about the Pelican Agency, a Turkish football agency that took over FC Dinamo-Auto Tiraspol in Transnistria in 2022.They recruited players, mostly Ivorian, Gabonese and Nigerian, promising them a shot ...
It didn't take much to find out about this scam. As you mentioned, they took money for false promises, but we're also busted in other illegal and/or very dodgy activities. Your chances of seeing anyone get their money back are limited at best. Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
The press slant stories to suit agendas, and this Sky news headline is a prime example...Ukraine war latest: Dozens killed at care home after Russia unleashes deadliest attack this ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
Headline Trump to change name of Canada Goose to "Donald Duck" - @Aidan in HCMC Now a Spanish airbase named after TrumpLINK Read More
With fuel prices soaring, how are you getting around in Indonesia? by Veedushi
Hello everyone!In many countries, transportation costs are becoming a real challenge for expats. Some are completely changing their habits: using public transport more often, carpooling, switching to scooters… or cycling.In Denmark, for ...
@LEYep, you need eyes in your bum and a very calm demeanor to safely navigate Indonesian roads. Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
One has to remember that the waterway was open to all traffic before the US/Israeli attacks on Iran.In other news, Iran and Ukraine were democratic countries before the US installed dictatorships and caused wars. Read More
With fuel prices soaring, how are you getting around in Indonesia? by Veedushi
Hello everyone!In many countries, transportation costs are becoming a real challenge for expats. Some are completely changing their habits: using public transport more often, carpooling, switching to scooters… or cycling.In Denmark, for ...
Added....There are a large number of e-bicycle companies in Indonesia that sell crazy cheap bikes that look like scooters but don't require a license or any other paperwork. They have gel batteries that will probably last a couple of years, but the ... Read More
With fuel prices soaring, how are you getting around in Indonesia? by Veedushi
Hello everyone!In many countries, transportation costs are becoming a real challenge for expats. Some are completely changing their habits: using public transport more often, carpooling, switching to scooters… or cycling.In Denmark, for ...
Subsidised fuel has held steady, but non-subsidised has increased dramatically. Luckily, most people here use bikes so there's no direct impact at all.However, the Trump war is damaging the Indonesian economy because of the fuel crisis he ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
HU (Euronews): Iranian state TV broadcasts video targeting Barron Trump with $10m bounty Tehran state-run media has broadcast footage purportedly tracking US President Donald Trump's youngest son, showing the location of his university, escort ... Read More
International Relations
And so it begins. This is what "democracy" looks like? Has me wondering who the sponsors advertising on the station might be or, if the license is approved, whether the station owners will receive state funding. We'll soon see, I guess. - @Aidan in ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
Fred posted . . . . BYD sales are down 30%. BYD the new Evergrande Group. - @Enzyte Bob Down 30% from what? Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
I have every confidence the PLA is developing new defensive weapons to counter the US threat, something that has escalated now Trump has taken a more aggressive stance regarding the Straits of Malacca.The US is positioning itself to blockade China ... Read More
Finding a job by Axtijus
Hello everyone,I am Astijus, and I am originally from Lithuania. I moved to Bali over a year ago, and I am living here with a KITAS. I have a lot of experience in various roles, but I am having trouble finding a job. I used JobStreet, LinkedIn, and ...
You aren't supposed to be able to get any job that can be filled by a local.... but corruption, I'm assured, happens.The other possible fly in the ointment is your location. Bali attracts a lot of people so the area is saturated AND immigration is ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else
"Sounded like"https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politi … rcna342133Trump evacuated from something he hates and he doesn't have a history of attending because it "sounded like" gunshots.It sounds more like a setup for a bit of press coverage ... Read More
Absolutely Anything Else by fluffy2560
Supposedly a thread for blabbing about anything you want and hopefully nothing will be off topic.
Flying Tigers. What a great name for an airline! Airline names make no real sense - @fluffy2560 The flying tigers were American volunteer fighter pilots flying to defend China from the Japanese. After the war, they started a freight airline and it ... Read More
Property inquiries by Matekia Edjuku
Good day, I hope you are well. I would like to inquire whether there is any deposit required for this property. Thank you.
You need to give more information Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports[B]OT by Enzyte Bob
Minipearl said . . . . Seems little has changed aside from another endless war *************************Examples of endless wars:Korean war 3 yearsVietnam war 12 yearsAfghanistan war 20 yearsIraq war 8 yearsEpic Fury is 54 days old.
@Fred Sorry Fred the only war was the cold war. Direct military conflict didn't start till 2025 and that was for 12 days. - @Enzyte Bob Vietnam didn't exist?Korea?Operation Menuand lots of others.The US has been at war with at least one country at ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports[B]OT by Enzyte Bob
Minipearl said . . . . Seems little has changed aside from another endless war *************************Examples of endless wars:Korean war 3 yearsVietnam war 12 yearsAfghanistan war 20 yearsIraq war 8 yearsEpic Fury is 54 days old.
Minipearl said . . . . Seems little has changed aside from another endless war ************************* Examples of endless wars: Korean war 3 years Vietnam war 12 years Afghanistan war 20 years Iraq war 8 years Epic Fury is 54 days old. - ... Read More
Getting a house loan as a foreigner married to a local by Jhoe1
Can anyone share their experience on getting a KPR for a house/apartment as a couple (foreigner only having kitas + local)? What banks are the most friendly to this idea? The banks AI recommends actually weren't so great.
I never use loans so I can't help with that, but ensure you have a prenup that excludes you from ownership of any land. Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
My only question is, did Trump himself close the strait of Hormuz or was it the Iranians who scared the insurance companies? And who is now blocking the strait. Trump? Do you always blame the victim for the a terrorist act of the perpetrator? - ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
Green Trumphttps://theconversation.com/the-end-of-oil-as-fuel-shocks-cascade-53-nations-gather-to-plan-a-fossil-fuel-phaseout-280263US President Donald Trump is a longtime climate denier and oil industry ally, who sums up his own energy policy as ... Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
Pot and kettle - It seems your freedom of expression seeks to impinge on mine. - @fluffy2560 As you pushing dangerous trans rubbish does to everyone with a working brain.As the UK government and trans in schools sites clearly state, parents object. Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
Ours are all adults now more or less so it's entirely their choice what they do. - @fluffy2560 Excellent. How would you feel if they became Trans ... Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
Unsurprising in developing nations. - @fluffy2560 More bigotry Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
Still never heard of Canva. Must be some Asian thing. - @fluffy2560 It's Australian, but thanks for the race hate post. Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
Once again, equating trans people with paedophilia is a total nonsense. One must not believe everything one reads in religious texts or self serving religious leaders on the make. - @fluffy2560Well, pushing trans to kids strikes me as grooming. ... Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
Never heard of trans people trying to get into schools. Must be an religious island thing over there as it doesn't happen here. Once again, equating trans people with paedophilia is a total nonsense. One must not believe everything one reads in ... Read More
Spainonlinebooking by rdamzuid01
Hello,Does anyone have experience with spainonlinebooking.com?I’m looking to book a villa in Marbella, but I’m not sure if it’s trustworthy.Has anyone booked with them before or can confirm if it’s safe?Thanks in advance for ...
That sounds dodgy. It's probably a good idea to avoid spainonlinebooking. Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
We don't need religious bigots trying to dominate people's thinking. - @fluffy2560Why do the trans pervs think it's essential to infiltrate schools?Easy, they want sex with kids. Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
My view is that posters here who do not support freedom of expression for LGBTQI+ folk need to get with the programme because it can only end one way. - @fluffy2560 My freedom of expression doesn't give a flying rat's backside what people do in ... Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
As for unknown apps (Canva? never heard of it), sending gay porn messages, that's a fault of parents not managing their children's access to their devices. - @fluffy2560The gay pornography was sent to school accounts. The school set them up for the ... Read More
Spainonlinebooking by rdamzuid01
Hello,Does anyone have experience with spainonlinebooking.com?I’m looking to book a villa in Marbella, but I’m not sure if it’s trustworthy.Has anyone booked with them before or can confirm if it’s safe?Thanks in advance for ...
I never book with semi-unknown online places.There's far too big a chance they're scam artists Read More
Raising kids the local way in Indonesia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Raising children as an expat in Indonesia means discovering new parenting habits. School routines, discipline, food habits, independence, social life… many things may work differently in Indonesia compared to your home ...
Indonesia is a very safe place for kids.Local schools use Indonesian for almost all subjects and languages (Mostly English) are not part of the curriculum until grade 7. Even then, far too many teachers have very poor English skills so are unable to ... Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
... - @Aidan in HCMC You will also find that men feel extremely uncomfortable if they cross their legs whilst sitting. This is for the same reason men don't put their legs together when standing casually. Testicals need air so they don't ... Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
Link to post I made on the Vietnam forum.'I was reading an article emoting on the accomplishments of several prominent transgender-women, and how these individuals had reached the pinnacle of their chosen field.' - @Aidan in HCMCCheats and idiots, ... Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
https://www.gbnews.com/news/essex-news-gender-neutral-toilet-schoolgirls-sexually-assaultedGender neutral toilets are a godsend for rapists.Quite why such idiotic ideas ever get into schools is beyond me. It's very harmful political rubbish being ... Read More
International Relations[B] by Fred
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ...
I personally welcome the ECJ's ruling. OV and his ilk - like many others in places like Trump's America or Putin's Russia - tried to link trans or LGBTQI+ rights to paedophilia by dressing up the illegal law as child protection. There's no basis ... Read More
Can you wire money back to the UK from Saudi Arabia. by Amadeus1
HelloI will be on a tourist visa and then a business visa in Riyadh. Is it possible to wire SAR back to my bank account in the UK via Western Union or Moneygram shops in RIyadh?
I asked AI and it said no you can not without having an Iqama - @Amadeus1AI commonly makes mistakes. This must be checked before being believed Read More
International Relations
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity. The contentious reforms — ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
A retired CIA analyst has claimed that President Donald Trump attempted to invoke nuclear codes against Iran during an emergency meeting on Saturday, .......... Johnson said 'there is seriously something wrong with Trump.' Not-so-happy trails -- - ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
At a recent industry forum, Sany Truck chairman Liang Linhe highlighted that economics—not just sustainability—is driving this transition. Electric trucks are becoming increasingly attractive because of lower operating costs, especially ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/apr/20/cia-spymaster-agent-peter-sichel-caution-over-iran-intervention-resurfaces-us-middle-eastI'm absolutely amazed that people are stupid enough to believe propaganda, even after we know the truth of so many ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
Russian aggression- A cheesy load of old rubbish.The National Endowment for Democracy, a very thinly disguised CIA cover, ran a revolution that removed the democratically elected government in that country.The revolutionary government immediately ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
BG looks like it's circling the toilet again. Radev has been labelled as another Fico or a Trojan-horse for Putin. - @fluffy2560Not to mention the democratically elected leader. You either accept the stated will of the people, or you reject ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
In other news, the US has released footage of their armed forces firing on an unarmed ship, then landing forces to take it over.www.bbc.com/news/videos/c3w30l6qz49oThis used to be called piracy, but it appears to be acceptable these days. ... Read More
Off topic - whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
As with a lot of Forums, there are dedicated posts in which members can talk about anything. They generally are for just chit-chat and as the Bulgaria Forum has a high volume of participants it's about time it had its own. You still have to abide by ...
Excellent! Democracy in action - @Fred Only if you're a lemming.....or Uncle Vlad! 👎 - @JimJ Many people confuse democracy with what they believe should be democracy - that being their preferred candidate winning.They complained about how ... Read More
Possible move to the UK
i strongly discourage people to move in the uk - @Moamed79 I echo that, but for non-political reasons. I was sick of the drug dealers and their sloppy brained addict customers along with all the crime.I puked at the cops' total inability to do ... Read More
Off topic - whats on your mind? by SimCityAT
As with a lot of Forums, there are dedicated posts in which members can talk about anything. They generally are for just chit-chat and as the Bulgaria Forum has a high volume of participants it's about time it had its own. You still have to abide by ...
Russia-aligned Rumen Radev set to win Bulgarian election - @SimCityAT Excellent! Democracy in action Read More
My recent BPJS Experience by wyngrove60
We pay IDR600,000 per month for BPJS coverage for my family of four mainly for emergency illnesses for myself such as heart attack, stroke, joint replacements etc as I am getting old. About six months ago I started to get trigger finger in one ...
I pay 100,000rp per month for myself ,wife and son and get full coverage . They had 3 options when I applied , 35,000 , 100,000 and 150,000rp . The only difference with the prices was the room , 35,000rp was a shared , 6-8 people per room , ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
When I get a moment....I will take a deeper look into what appears to be Trump's idiocy, but perhaps it isn't quite as moronic as it looks.Apart from hitting China with indirect blows, I believe it to be very likely he's received a few big ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
https://dailynewshungary.com/peter-magy … ers-april/ - @SimCityAT I think this is about the investments by the Chinese. There's a large battery factory people are against and quite probably they want to get out of those contracts or at least ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
Bob your king failed my liking over 40 years agoCheers, Steve. - @bigpearlI don't recall the timeline for me, but his comments about fussy grabbing, shagging his own daughter, and that little girl on the escalator were plenty for me.One politican ... Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
So, what has the new dude in Hungary said so far?He's going to ban all the opposition press from producing newsHe's going to buy Russian oilHe's going to ban a lot of immigrants, and he knows it's against EU law.Sounds like a stonkingly good lefty. Read More
International Relations by fluffy2560
A thread for discourse and rationality in international relations and current affairs. Please no ranting and no insulting posts and no conspiracy theories!
https://dailynewshungary.com/peter-magy … ers-april/ - @SimCityAT Are they eating the dogs? Read More
My recent BPJS Experience by wyngrove60
We pay IDR600,000 per month for BPJS coverage for my family of four mainly for emergency illnesses for myself such as heart attack, stroke, joint replacements etc as I am getting old. About six months ago I started to get trigger finger in one ...
We also pay Rp.600,00 for a family of four. I have used it but hardly at all so I have little personal experience. My wife uses it from time to time, but has only needed it once for anything serious. That unfortunate illness was looked after very ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
Fred. It's far too late to hurt China but never too late to line personal pockets and seems some operate that way and stuff the poor people. OMO. Cheers, Steve. - @bigpearlI disagree. China may be the best capitalist nation on the planet (India ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
In my most humble of opinions, Trump’s war agenda is not aimed at Venezuela or Iran, it's pointed directly at China.His unprovoked attack on Venezuela hit China's oil supply, but not all that much.Closing Hormuz hit them much harder and, when ... Read More
Amateur radio in Indonesia by Fred
Indonesia has a very nice amateur radio scene with activity on pretty much every mode and band you can imagine.Foreigners can get a local callsign if they jump through a few hoops.https://orari.or.id/cara-menjadi-anggota-orari/IAR ...
There's an Aussie transmitting under a Timor Leste/p callsign.I just worked him on 10. Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
https://www.autonews.com/canada/anc-ford-ceo-chinese-evs-canada-threat-us-manufacturing/Ford CEO Jim Farley says Chinese automakers, EVs should be kept out of U.S.Of course he does. That way Ford can stay expensive and crap because there's no ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
Is that the best you can do? Get your Jollies on my handicap do to my old age? - @Enzyte Bob Of course. Loving Trump us an optional handicap, so fair game. Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
Perhaps worry about your self anointed bishop, then king and seems now an effigy of Jesus H Christ. What a dick. Just look at what your king is doing to the world economy. Cheers, Steve. - @bigpearlTrump is ineffable... well, maybe not, but I bet ... Read More
Santander closing UK accounts by ThePinkCanary
I received a letter from Santander UK last week informing me that they were giving me two months notice of closing my account.Bearing in mind that the letter took three weeks to reach me and its arrival coincided with the start of Songkran, this ...
As a note, my UK bank (HSBC) are aware of my move abroad but have not expressed any concerns so far.Saying that, we are talking about small amounts of money - all regular payments from the same well known UK businesses.Perhaps banks are more ... Read More
Santander closing UK accounts by ThePinkCanary
I received a letter from Santander UK last week informing me that they were giving me two months notice of closing my account.Bearing in mind that the letter took three weeks to reach me and its arrival coincided with the start of Songkran, this ...
The bank in question appears to be intended for retail and general commercial banking.The situation might be very different for 'high street' banks that aim at the general public.Those worries about possible account closure might do well to read up ... Read More
No gas Motor bikes- what will it mean? by Dannyroc3
If Gas bikes are banned in major cities it would seem there would be a price drop in the second hand bike market.It seems like an unworkable venture but....
Then add 9 minutes charging whilst munching on a chicken wing. - @Fred No disrespect intended: I can eat about 8 chicken wings in 9 minutes. It's a problem! 🤣 - @Lennerd You'll need a more powerful bike Read More
No gas Motor bikes- what will it mean? by Dannyroc3
If Gas bikes are banned in major cities it would seem there would be a price drop in the second hand bike market.It seems like an unworkable venture but....
Likely, and I forgot about the lack of smell that a switch to electric bikes will bring. Due to your wise decision to continue with lead-acid batteries. I've read that lithium batteries will develop a distinctive smell of their own should thermal ... Read More
Philippine Imports & Exports by PalawOne
"Manila asks Iran to ensure safe passage for Philippine-flagged ships, oil shipments"By Bea Cupin April 1st, 2026 7:17 PM https://www.rappler.com/philippines/request-iran-designate-non-hostile-country-passage-strait-hormuz/ Manila asks Iran to ...
No fool can object to electrification as the way of the future. Guess what? The sun is not going to hold the average punter to ransom, nor will wind or other alternatives. Cheers, Steve. - @bigpearlI disagree - Fools can and will.However, regardless ... Read More
No gas Motor bikes- what will it mean? by Dannyroc3
If Gas bikes are banned in major cities it would seem there would be a price drop in the second hand bike market.It seems like an unworkable venture but....
Doesn't mean that other sources aren't coming into the city, just that the ´very local´ source is the dominant source. True? - @LennerdLikely, and I forgot about the lack of smell that a switch to electric bikes will bring.As readers ... Read More