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Weapon used in attack on Thai ship near Hormuz still unknown - Transport minister

11 Sept 09:40 Key points summarised by AI

A Thai-flagged bulk carrier, 'Mayuree Naree', was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in an explosion and fire, though the specific weapon used remains unknown.
The vessel's 23 crew members abandoned ship; 20 were successfully rescued by the Omani navy and brought ashore.
Three crew members, believed to be in the engine room during the blast, are currently unaccounted for, with search efforts actively underway.
Thai authorities are coordinating with international maritime agencies and the Royal Thai Navy to assist rescue operations and investigate the incident.
Thailand's Transport Minister indicated that additional safety measures for Thai vessels in the sensitive region will be discussed, despite the UAE's neutral stance in conflicts.

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.