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Will schools reopen on February 1st? - Special Interview with Thailand’s Education Minister

26 Sept 08:21 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Education Minister confirms schools in 28 red zone provinces will resume onsite learning on February 1st, citing sufficient outbreak control.
The reopening is contingent on stable infection rates, with schools in Samut Sakhon likely remaining closed for the time being.
The ministry will allow students to progress without final examinations, acknowledging pandemic difficulties and aiming to prioritize individual student development.
Efforts are underway to combat widening educational inequality and student drop-out rates, especially for girls, through direct family engagement.
Long-term plans include projects to enhance technology access for rural schools and a five-year masterplan to consolidate institutions and adapt curricula to local needs.

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.