Young War Elephants stay wary of rivals in chase for SEA Games gold

11 Sept 02:59 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's 'Young War Elephants' are determined to reclaim the SEA Games men's football gold, a title they last won eight years ago.
Winger Chawanwit Sealao stresses that the team will not underestimate group rivals Timor Leste and Singapore, focusing on giving their all in every match.
The national U-23 side begins their Group A campaign against Timor Leste on Wednesday, with only group winners guaranteed automatic qualification for the semifinals.
Coach Thawatchai Dumrong-ongtrakul has emphasized build-up play and finishing, as the team prepares for their home-hosted tournament with strong fan support.

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.