Three treasure hunters nabbed with over 1,000 antiques

28 Sept 21:26 Key points summarised by AI

Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) officers arrested three treasure hunters, seizing over 1,000 antique items, some up to 1,600 years old, and four metal detectors.
The investigation began after the Fine Arts Department observed ancient artifacts being sold at low prices on social media, prompting police intervention.
The confiscated items, including ancient pottery, coins, and decorative pieces, possess significant historical value, reflecting ancient trade routes.
The hunters reportedly used metal detectors at archaeological sites in several northern provinces and Ratchaburi, selling their finds online to antique buyers for resale to collectors.

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.