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Thai Restaurant Sorn Ranks 12th in World's 50 Best

Bangkok's Sorn restaurant, headed by Chef Ice Supaksorn Jongsiri, has been named the 12th best restaurant in the world at the World's 50 Best Restaurants ceremony in Lima, Peru. This achievement marks the highest global ranking ever for a Thai restaurant and a Thai chef, spotlighting Thailand's culinary excellence on the international stage.

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Sorn restaurant, led by Chef Ice Supaksorn Jongsiri, secured 12th place in the World's 50 Best Restaurants list announced in Lima, Peru, making it the highest-ranked Thai restaurant and Thai chef globally.

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Thai Chamber Sees US Midterms Supporting Trade Balance, Energy Prices

The Thai Chamber of Commerce welcomed the Democratic Party's US midterm election victory, saying it could bring greater legislative oversight to trade and foreign policy. Chairman Pajon Aramwattanaphan noted the results may help balance global trade rules and ease energy prices if Middle East tensions decline, benefiting Thailand's export-dependent economy. The Chamber urged Thai businesses to monitor US policy shifts closely while seeking deeper cooperation with American partners.

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Smuggled Pet Food Worth 13M Baht Seized in Samut Sakhon

Authorities raided a warehouse in Samut Sakhon and seized over 70 types of smuggled dog and cat food worth more than 13 million baht. The imported products from China lacked required licenses and registration. The operator faces charges under the Animal Feed Quality Control Act with penalties up to five years in prison.

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Education Council Uses OECD Data to Shape Thai Policy

Thailand's Office of the Education Council held a workshop with OECD, UNICEF, and British Council representatives to analyze international education data for policy reform. The meeting focused on using OECD's Education at a Glance report and PISA results — which showed improved Thai scores — to guide budget, workforce, and curriculum planning. Officials emphasized evidence-based policy and cross-sector collaboration to raise education quality nationwide.

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PM Anutin Affirms Protest Rights as Kamnan Rally for Fuel Cuts

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul recognized the right of village heads from southern and northeastern Thailand to protest at Government House demanding lower fuel prices, while urging them to demonstrate lawfully and peacefully. The protest, reportedly involving around 1,000 vehicles led by a prominent kamnan, highlights growing pressure on the government over fuel costs. Anutin affirmed his administration works for the national interest and is prepared to accept public expression within legal bounds.

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Sena Police Re-Arrest Drug Dealer With 8,674 Yaba Pills

A 40-year-old man known as 'Kaeng Jao Sed' was arrested in Sena district, Ayutthaya, with 8,674 yaba pills and 83.3 grams of crystal meth. He had been released on bail for a previous drug case less than three months earlier and confessed to resuming sales to local youths. Police charged him with possession with intent to sell and are investigating his supply network.

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Lawyer Nida Questions Buam's Designer Bag Purchase

Lawyer Nida criticized celebrity Buam Panadda for purchasing a designer handbag instead of investing in gold, sparking a heated social media debate. The exchange comes as Buam appeared with her lawyer at the Lad Phrao Revenue Department, reportedly to address a tax investigation.

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Labor Law Expert Clarifies Sick Leave Rules for Medical Appointments

A Thai labor law expert clarifies when medical appointments qualify as sick leave versus personal leave under Thai law. Follow-up treatments for chronic conditions count as sick leave, but routine check-ups and cosmetic procedures require personal leave. The guidance references Ministry of Labor rulings and emphasizes employees must be currently ill when requesting sick leave.

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Contractor and Wife Surrender in Kathu Forest Encroachment Case

A contractor known as 'Chang A' and his wife surrendered to Kathu police late at night before a summons deadline in a case involving illegal construction of a trail running course and shooting range in the Kamala national forest reserve in Phuket. Both denied all charges under the National Park, Forest, and Land Excavation Acts. Police say the investigation could expand to those who ordered the work if Kathu Municipality files additional complaints.

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Jeenicha Pairs with Supak for World Tour Campaign

Thai badminton star Jeenicha Sudjaipraparat announced a new mixed doubles partnership with Supak Jomkoh under SCG Academy, aiming for World Tour success after previously reaching world No. 13 and winning 2025 SEA Games gold

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Anutin Rejects Claims Government Controls Parliament Committees

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul denied opposition claims that the government is controlling parliament after House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha issued regulations requiring committee approval for summoning witnesses. Anutin said he does not recognize the term "money swallowing" and insisted the government operates under the constitution with public mandate. He also dismissed any link to a summons from People's Party MP Rangsiman Rome regarding local election corruption.

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