Court revokes construction permit for Ashton Asoke luxury condominium

14 Sept 03:05 Key points summarised by AI

The Supreme Administrative Court revoked the construction permit for the 6.4 billion baht Ashton Asoke luxury condominium, ruling that the use of expropriated public land for project access was illegal as it was designated for public benefit only.
This retroactive decision impacts 580 families residing in the condominium, prompting the developer, Ananda Development, to consult with city officials and the MRTA for a solution, while also considering potential lawsuits against the city administration and MRTA for issuing the initial permits.

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.