Thammasat U vice rector refutes allegation of distorting Thai history

29 Sept 00:29 Key points summarised by AI

Thammasat University's vice rector, Prinya Thaewanarumitkul, vehemently denies allegations that its demonstration school distorts Thai history or the monarchy, challenging the Prime Minister's order for an investigation.
Prinya critiques the traditional Thai education system for promoting rote learning and autocratic thinking, advocating Thammasat's focus on independent thought and self-discipline.
The demonstration school's president, Anuchart Puangsamlee, details a modernized curriculum emphasizing practical survival skills over traditional subjects like scouting, and relaxed policies on uniforms and nationalistic rituals.
The school prioritizes creating a learning environment that fosters critical thinking, aiming to empower students rather than teaching them to blindly follow authority.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Yesterday 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.