HolyShred, a fast-casual Thai restaurant in downtown San Francisco, is leveraging data-driven strategies to fuel its growth. Just three months after opening its first location in October 2025, the restaurant has already climbed into the top 10 most popular Thai restaurants on DoorDash in San Francisco, reflecting strong consumer appetite for authentic, bold Thai cuisine in the U.S. market. This achievement demonstrates growing openness among U.S. consumers toward diverse and distinctive Thai flavors.

HolyShred was founded by a team of young Thai entrepreneurs who recognize Thai food as one of Thailand's key strengths and want to present it in an accessible format suited to urban lifestyles. The name combines "Holy" (representing "the ultimate") with "Shred" (referring to the shredded meat dishes), creating a memorable, easy-to-recall brand. HolyShred maintains authentic Thai flavor profiles—spicy and intense—without over-Americanizing the cuisine, while adapting the dining experience to American consumer behavior, such as adding chili paste and simplifying menu composition.

Signature menu items include shredded chicken noodles, Haad Yai-style fried chicken rice with nam jim dipping sauce, and green curry with grilled chicken. Other offerings include wagyu soy stir-fry, wagyu drunken noodles, and fried chicken pad Thai served with fragrant chili dip instead of standard chili powder, adding contemporary dimensions to the Thai dining experience. Average prices per dish are around $13.95 (approximately 452 baht), below the typical 18+ dollar range for comparable restaurants, with average order value around $25 (approximately 810 baht). The primary customer base consists of working professionals in San Francisco's business district.

Co-founder Thanach Chatuphat explained that HolyShred emerged from a team with complementary expertise. Co-founder Peeradeep Mukjangkul brings business development and marketing experience from his previous role at a renowned Thai Edtech company, while Thanach brings technology development and platform expertise to build HolyShred's backend systems. They've developed dashboards to track customer growth and identify service hotspots to improve speed and efficiency. The team is preparing a new funding round from both Thai and international investors, with plans to expand Thai cuisine nationwide across the U.S. and develop a modern, user-friendly Thai food ordering platform catering to health-conscious consumers.

Looking stunning and making perfect shots! Three hot presenters Jeff Satere, Mean Nichakun, and Pie CIR*CRL challenged the basketball community by launching the 'est COLA 3×3 Basketball U-League' campaign.

The est soft drink brand, a Gen Z favorite, held a campaign launch event for the 'est COLA 3×3 Basketball U-League 2026'—Thailand's most awesome 3×3 basketball championship league. The brand brought three attractive young ambassadors to captivate the new generation: Jeff Satere, Mean Nichakun, and Pie CIR*CRL, who showcased their charm and shooting skills with 'THE ICONIC est SHOOT' in a spectacular opening featuring the passion of all three presenters and surprise mission challenges including the 'est SHOOT All-Star Match' with special guests like the band CIR*CRL, Jackie Chakrin, and Thai national basketball players Freddy Lich, Om Chanatip, Tete Aruttapong, and Junior Imanuel, plus rising 3×3 basketball athletes.

The evening's highlights began with 'THE ICONIC est SHOOT' parade, opening with flag-bearing dancers waving 'est SHOOT FLAG' banners to hip-hop beats, led by Pie CIR*CRL and CIR*CRL members with street dancers UDO delivering high-energy performances under the 'BOOST THE IGNITION' theme. Mean Nichakun, Jackie Chakrin, and four basketball players—Freddy Lich, Om Chanatip, Tete Aruttapong, and Junior Imanuel—continued the energy in sporty looks under the 'SHOOT ATHLETIC POWER' theme. Jeff Satere closed the show as a stunning runway model under the 'AWESOME RUNWAY OF GLORY' theme, igniting cheers from enthusiastic fans.

A standout moment was the 'est SHOOT All-Star Match,' where presenters, artists, and basketball stars competed intensely, split into two teams: Team Salty Strike led by Jeff Satere, Pie CIR*CRL, Sam CIR*CRL, Tutor CIR*CRL, Freddy Lich, and Om Chanatip, and Team Lemon Dunk led by Mean Nichakun, Jackie Chakrin, Leon CIR*CRL, Pee CIR*CRL, Ben CIR*CRL, Tete Aruttapong, and Junior Imanuel, with young 3×3 basketball athletes showcasing their skills alongside the celebrities and Thai national players.

Jeff Satere remarked: 'Basketball isn't just about winning or losing—it's a community of passionate people who want to release their energy together. During the 'est SHOOT All-Star Match,' it was fun and serious. Being part of this activity, getting close to everyone, and giving energy to everyone on the court was amazing. And we shot so successfully without worrying about running out of energy.'

Mean Nichakun shared: 'I'm already into sports, and being part of the 'est COLA 3×3 Basketball U-League' campaign—the most awesome 3×3 basketball championship league right now—feels like we're in a world where basketball is more than just a sport; it's a space where everyone shares their passion energy together.'

Pie CIR*CRL concluded: 'Today est brought basketball together with music, dancing, and fun activities. It felt like the worlds of sports and entertainment came together perfectly.'

The campaign launch event for 'est COLA 3×3 Basketball U-League' and the debut of the new product 'est Shoot Salty Lemonade' was held at CU Sport Complex at Chulalongkorn University. Additionally, est supports the youth basketball league 'D-League Youth Basketball' in partnership with Talent Company Limited and the Basketball Association of Thailand.

On May 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM, Mongkol Kitti Suksintharan, chairman of the Bangkok Can Fly group, along with Phaspong Chaiyavirinyawanit and candidate deputy Bangkok governor Phakorn Chanthakanha, held a community engagement event at Lumpini Park featuring aerobic exercise activities attended by hundreds of residents.

Before the park event, Mongkol visited Wat Thung Khru School, where hundreds of students welcomed him. He emphasized that physical fitness is essential for preparing citizens to handle future crises.

During the outing, Mongkol addressed a recent train-bus collision that resulted in a fire and multiple fatalities, noting that Bangkok's critical railway crossing problem stems from inadequate barrier systems that fail to deter drivers. He explained that current wooden barriers provide insufficient deterrence, with many drivers ignoring warning signals by crossing barriers or parking on tracks despite station officials' attempts to signal them away. This dangerous behavior is a leading factor in Bangkok traffic congestion, given the hundreds of railway crossings scattered throughout the city.

Mongkol proposed permanent solutions including underground passages modeled after Bangkok's Bang Sue design, where trains run above ground while vehicles pass below. He suggested this design, used successfully in many countries with urban rail systems, requires significant budget allocation from the Transport Ministry and Highway Department but represents a worthwhile long-term investment in safety and traffic flow.

For a more budget-friendly alternative, Mongkol recommended adopting China's automated closing gate system using automatic sliding steel panels instead of traditional wooden barriers, preventing vehicles from entering crossing points when trains approach. He also proposed implementing AI-controlled traffic signal management and advanced warning systems.

Addressing earthquake preparedness following a recent 5.3 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar that was felt in Bangkok high-rises, Mongkol stressed that buildings exceeding 20 stories should be equipped with parachute systems and survival equipment for occupants.

The Po Teck Tung Foundation has mobilized emergency and mobile medical teams to assist natural disaster victims in 2025, distributing drinking water and essential supplies valued at over 13.7 million baht across northern, northeastern, and central Thailand to honor the late Queen Sirikit. Led by senior foundation officials, the initiative runs from April 25 to May 19, 2025, delivering approximately 25,000 relief packages containing rice, instant noodles, oil, fish sauce, canned fish, and snacks to residents across 30 provinces including Lopburi, Loei, Nong Bua Lamphu, Udon Thani, and others.

Beyond emergency supplies, the foundation has also deployed community medical units staffed with volunteer doctors and medical personnel to provide free services including general health checkups, dental care, diabetes screening, entertainment activities, vision tests with free eyeglasses, and haircuts across multiple affected areas. With over 116 years of humanitarian work, the Po Teck Tung Foundation continues its mission of "saving lives, healing lives, and building lives" by providing comprehensive assistance to disadvantaged communities regardless of ethnicity or religion.

Enzo Maresca, the former Chelsea manager, has verbally agreed to become Manchester City's new manager on an initial three-year contract. Manchester City is searching for a new head coach as multiple major media outlets report that Pep Guardiola will leave his position as Chelsea's head coach at the end of this season, despite having one year left on his current contract. Enzo Maresca, the former Chelsea manager who previously worked as Pep's assistant at Chelsea, has been the leading contender to fill the Manchester City manager role. According to renowned football expert Fabrizio Romano, Maresca has now agreed verbally to take on the Manchester City manager position. The Italian manager has been consistently viewed as the ideal replacement for Guardiola. Romano further stated that the deal is complete, and Maresca will sign a preliminary three-year contract with Manchester City.

In an uncertain world, health has become difficult to predict. The concept of quality longevity is no longer just a trend or theoretical discussion, but is becoming a life skill that people must begin to design for themselves. "Living a long life" is not just for the elderly—it's a lifestyle for all generations who want to be healthy, look good, and be happy according to 2026 health trends.

The Thailand Healthcare 2026: Longevity 'Live Well, Be Happy Long' event was created to provide a space that encourages people to move from thinking to action, accessing practical quality long-living health through life design concepts that can begin today.

Within the Thailand Healthcare 2026: Longevity 'Live Well, Be Happy Long' event, healthcare is presented through four key dimensions linked to longevity: Building Strong Bodies (creating a strong physique), Smart Eating (choosing foods wisely), Balanced Mental Health (caring for mental wellness), and Quality Sleep (energizing rest). All are conveyed through knowledge and experiences that participants can learn and experience firsthand.

The Thailand Healthcare 2026: Longevity 'Live Well, Be Happy Long' event also brings together experts and role models from various fields to share life perspectives, along with creative activities designed to match modern lifestyles. It opens space for public and private health organizations to present healthcare approaches for body and mind across all life stages.

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Check Up: Free Health Screening - Know Your Body First

One of the most attention-grabbing highlights is the free health screening zone from over 15 leading hospitals nationwide, both public and private, covering more than 60 screening services ranging from basic disease screening to in-depth risk assessment. This helps participants understand their bodies comprehensively and plan long-term healthcare strategies effectively.

These include eye health checks and cataract-glaucoma screening with free cataract surgery by Baan Phed Hospital (Public Organization), mammograms and ultrasounds via mobile x-ray units by Thananya Foundation, acupuncture for neck, shoulder, and office syndrome pain at Chakri Center of Excellence (Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Hospital), body composition analysis and interpretation using Body Composition Analyzers, and services from the Advanced Metabolic and Longevity Medicine Clinic at the Thoracic Institute, Department of Medicine.

Hepatitis B virus screening and kidney disease screening by Chulalongkorn Hospital (Chulalongkorn Royal College), bone density measurement and strength assessment using Bone Density machines by Ramkhamhaeng Hospital, rehabilitation robots for muscle weakness patients, wireless electrical muscle stimulation treatment, chronic office syndrome pain management, and neck and shoulder ultrasound services by Thonburi Hospital are also available.

Additionally, the Ministry of Public Health and the National Health Security Office (NHSO) provide health screening and healthcare advisory services.

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