Malaysian opposition cries foul over planned “Thai Hot Guy” performance

14 Sept 10:36 Key points summarised by AI

A scheduled performance by Thai men in lingerie, dubbed “Thai Hot Guy,” in Kuala Lumpur has triggered significant controversy.
Malaysia's opposition PAS party strongly condemned the event as “immoral, disgusting, and insensitive,” arguing it violates local values and Islam, particularly during Ramadan.
Government officials have also voiced objections, with the Prime Minister's political secretary confirming the bar lacks an entertainment license and authorities are investigating for potential rule violations.

Examining Thailand’s four-part education revolution

Today 14:22 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Education Ministry is implementing a four-pronged strategy to address its students' below-average performance in PISA 2025 and tackle significant educational inequality.
The plan prioritizes closing performance gaps by increasing funding for small and low-income schools, overhauling the curriculum to foster critical thinking, and adopting a data-driven management system to reduce teacher workload.
Key initiatives include enhancing school safety, combating cyberbullying, and expanding mental health support through peer-to-peer networks, recognizing the severe impact of distress on academic performance.
An education expert advises verifying if PISA improvements stem from structural changes, advocating for a revived STEM curriculum with practical 'learn by doing' methods, and urging bureaucratic reform to link teacher evaluations to student development.