Weatherman forecasts a hotter summer than last year

14 Sept 02:32 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's dry season, from late February to mid-May, is forecast to be hotter than last year, with a delayed start by about two weeks.
Peak temperatures are expected to reach 42°C in northern provinces like Mae Hong Son, Lampang, and Tak, with some areas potentially hitting 43°C.
Average summer temperatures are predicted to be between 36-37°C, accompanied by a significant 30-40% reduction in average rainfall.
The Meteorological Department warns of an increased risk of forest fires throughout the summer due to the hot and dry conditions.

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.