Zookeeper killed by lions in Bangkok

11 Sept 02:28 Key points summarised by AI

A veteran zookeeper was fatally mauled by a group of lions at a safari zoo in Bangkok's Klong Sam Wa district.
The attack, witnessed by horrified visitors, occurred when the 58-year-old supervisor, a 30-year employee, exited his vehicle inside the lion enclosure.
Zoo officials are investigating the incident, emphasizing strict rules that prohibit staff and visitors from leaving vehicles in the safari park zone.

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.