Bus blaze tour firm caught removing CNG tanks from 5 other coaches

13 Sept 21:13 Key points summarised by AI

The Land Transport Department (LTD) impounded five coaches from Shinbutr Tour Company after discovering mechanics removing illegally installed extra CNG canisters, following a fatal bus fire involving another company vehicle.
Investigators found the impounded coaches undergoing modifications to conceal unauthorized CNG canister installations, mirroring the burned coach which had 11 canisters instead of the permitted six.
Two LTD officials responsible for vehicle inspection were transferred, and Shinbutr Tour's operating license, along with the mechanic's license for illegal installations, were suspended pending an investigation into liability for the tragic accident.

Examining Thailand’s four-part education revolution

Yesterday 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.