does anybody have any idea what is happening next to Ministry of finance street?

That's likely a protest by the Network of Thai People (or a similar coalition) rallying against the current government. They've been camping out at that intersection near the Ministry of Finance on Ratchadamnoen Klang Road for a few days now. It's a common spot for demonstrations because it's right in the historic political zone near Democracy Monument. The stage and speakers are part of an ongoing gathering that usually runs until evening, then people sleep on mats or tarps overnight. You won't always see it on mainstream news because coverage tends to be limited unless something major happens.

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yeah that's the usual protest spot near democracy monument, they've been there on and off for years. it's probably about some political issue, but honestly these gatherings happen so often that news only covers them if it gets really big or violent. if you're curious just walk by and read their signs

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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