Saranai Thai Cuisine in Amphawa, Samut Songkhram province, continuously innovates its meticulously prepared menu using high-quality local ingredients that define the region. The restaurant focuses on 'chakram'—a waterside plant locals also call—which offers health benefits and is presented in a refined collection titled "Chakram of Our Home" under the theme "Showcasing Amphawa's Flavors." Signature dishes include crispy fried chakram spring rolls with a tender filling, traditional pomelo salad enhanced with crispy fried chakram leaves and fresh shrimp, and a standout papaya salad adapted with fried chakram leaves replacing morning glory. The menu also features chakram stir-fried with glass noodles, egg, pickled garlic and fresh shrimp; a comforting pumpkin stir-fry blending sweet pumpkin with mild chakram; simple chakram and egg stir-fry with distinctive aroma; and a fiery sour curry with fresh bird's eye chilies, chakram and grouper fish. Fresh shrimp chili paste rounds out the offerings, served with boiled duck egg and seasonal vegetables, featuring chakram-wrapped tempura as a highlight.

Romanus Tiramnas, Saranai Thai Cuisine's manager, expressed pride in presenting the "Chakram of Our Home" menu, emphasizing that these nutrient-rich local ingredients embody Samut Songkhram's culinary heritage and promise an impressive dining experience combining flavor, refinement, and nutrition for all visitors. The restaurant also offers additional dishes including poached grouper with turmeric, grandmother's salad, crispy noodles, and various desserts alongside traditional snacks like grilled pork, shrimp cakes, and satay.

Saranai Thai Cuisine is located near the traffic light entrance to Amphawa Floating Market. Operating hours: Monday to Thursday 11:00–20:00, Friday to Sunday 11:00–21:00. Phone: 09-6721-5619; Facebook: Saranai Khachon Phi Nim Thai.

Singer Ja Singhchai's new single "Rules of the Waiting" has sparked major momentum on social media and gone viral on TikTok, with over 100,000 user-created content clips using the song. The music video views have surged rapidly, surprising even Ja himself with the overwhelming response.

Ja explained that the song, written by Games Ratchakan Khamkron and arranged by Thangsai Thawarachote, tells the story of someone waiting for an ex-lover to return. For the music video, he cast his close friend Neck Narupol as the lead character, with Pong Thaibaan directing and writing the script. The storyline depicts a man obsessively visiting a karaoke bar to see a woman he likes, serving as a metaphor for how love can drive people to madness.

Regarding the vocal performance, Ja noted this is his most challenging song yet, requiring four hours of singing with heavy emotional intensity and powerful vocal techniques. He described using his "inner voice" extensively and pulling from deep emotional reserves, saying he breaks into sweat from the effort. While his singing voice is naturally sweet, this song demanded he use a rawer, more teenage angst-ridden delivery that better suited the track's emotional weight.

The song began trending on TikTok even before the full release, with tens of thousands of users creating content with it on the first day. Ja expressed gratitude for the viral support, noting most comments relate the song to people's own relationship experiences. He emphasized that while he chooses songs he enjoys, he cannot predict which ones will become hits, and he now focuses simply on giving his best effort to each project rather than worrying about commercial success.

On July 30, 2024, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Public Health Dr. Ekachai Phieurseevachara announced that the Ministry of Public Health has established a joint task force with the National Health Security Office (NHSO) to urgently investigate allegations that the 'MooProm' health application contains inaccurate data. The investigation will focus on three key issues: health facilities falsifying records to meet national health database completeness standards, facilities falsifying data to meet performance indicators (KPI), and facilities falsifying records related to budget disbursement claims.

Dr. Ekachai stated that the Ministry values accurate, transparent, and reliable health data and emphasized that the application consolidates information from various health service providers. He assured the public that any errors will be corrected immediately without cover-ups or negligence. The working group, chaired by Deputy Permanent Secretary Dr. Sopon Iamsiritaworn and including representatives from the NHSO, is expected to complete its investigation within two weeks.

The Ministry confirmed that if the investigation finds intentional falsification, misuse of data, or corrupt practices, it will take disciplinary action and coordinate with relevant agencies accordingly. However, if the findings indicate only data errors or process mistakes, the Ministry will promptly correct the information and improve systems to prevent recurrence. Dr. Ekachai emphasized that the investigation will uphold principles of good governance, transparency, and fairness, and that public access to personal health data is an important accountability mechanism.

I-Tel Corporation (ITC), a global leader in the pet food industry, reported first-half 2025 sales of $316 million USD, representing a 20.6% increase compared to the same period last year. In Thai baht terms, sales rose 15.1% to 10.043 billion baht. Bolstered by strong operational results, the company's board approved an interim dividend payment of 0.55 baht per share, reflecting a high payout ratio of 96.2%.

Gross profit for the first half reached 2.604 billion baht, up 21.6% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 26.8%. Operating profit grew 28.2% to 1.564 billion baht, while net profit improved 22.5% to 1.955 billion baht.

Roy Chan, Chief Executive Officer of I-Tel Corporation, stated: "First-half performance reflects I-Tel's strength, disciplined cost management, and consistent execution of our strategic direction. This reinforces our confidence in our business trajectory and objectives. We will continue to drive innovation for high-growth market segments, implement automation to enhance operational efficiency, expand markets with region-specific strategies, and translate sustainability initiatives into tangible business value."

In the second quarter of 2025, ITC achieved sales of $152 million USD, up 13.0% year-on-year, with baht sales increasing 8.8% to 4.869 billion baht. Gross profit rose 20.2% to 1.346 billion baht with a robust 29.7% margin, despite rising raw material and packaging costs linked to Middle East tensions. Operating profit reached 802 million baht, up 21.6%, while adjusted net profit rose 20.1% to 964 million baht, supported by disciplined cost control, ITC's transformation programs, and premium products accounting for 52.4% of sales.

Pet treat products remain a key growth driver, representing 20.0% of total pet food sales in the first half. This is fueled by growing consumer interest in health-focused treats and the launch of over 400 new products across multiple categories, demonstrating the company's commitment to innovation.

First-half pet food volume sales increased 8.7% year-on-year to 60,555 tons, with growth across all three major regions. The Americas remain ITC's largest market at 60.0% of total sales, with sales up 17.9% driven by sustained customer demand, new Chunk and Pâté product launches, and strong value product segment growth.

On July 30, police reported progress in the case involving the arrest of 28-year-old Ms. Chudatip at Fukuoka Airport after 900 grams of ice was found hidden in her carry-on luggage on July 12. She had traveled with her 28-year-old boyfriend Sarawut and a friend as couriers delivering packages for Thai residents in Japan. Her parents, 53-year-old Thanasak and 45-year-old Kanyavee, filed a report stating their daughter was careless in not inspecting the packages but has no history of drug involvement. They suspect the person who gave her the package may be connected to a larger trafficking network. Police are continuing their investigation, tracking the delivery rider's vehicle through CCTV footage from multiple locations. The National Narcotics Bureau deputy spokesman disclosed that authorities have identified the vehicle's make, model, color, and license plate but are withholding these details to prevent the rider from fleeing. Only one rider was seen in the vehicle with no passengers, though police have not confirmed the rider's gender. The bureau has issued a public call for the rider to come forward and clear their name, but no one has appeared. Authorities note this silence suggests possible involvement in the international drug trafficking network. Once evidence is compiled, police will seek a court warrant for arrest on charges of conspiracy to distribute and export Category 1 narcotics (heroin) without authorization. On July 31, the Thai woman will appear before Japanese prosecutors to learn whether charges will be filed.

PHUKET: Cherng Talay Police have launched a road safety campaign to reduce the number of crashes caused by motorists crossing into opposing lanes, with 500 flexible traffic separators to be installed at four accident-prone locations across the district.