First driverless train in Indonesia begins its operation

29 Sept 18:06 Key points summarised by AI

Jakarta introduces Indonesia's first autonomous Light Rail Transit (LRT) service, designed by Indonesian engineers, which operates driverless but includes train attendants for emergency oversight.
The LRT service features 31 trainsets, each accommodating 740-1,480 passengers, and is currently offering a trial launch for 1 Indonesian rupiah until August 17th, with commercial operations set to begin on August 18th.

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.