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Iran's supreme leader, in first remarks, vows to avenge martyrs, keep strait closed

14 Sept 00:24 Key points summarised by AI

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, made his inaugural address, vowing to avenge martyrs, attack U.S. bases, and maintain the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to pressure the U.S.
Khamenei demanded the U.S. close all its regional bases, as the ongoing conflict causes major global energy disruptions and Iran demonstrates continued drone capabilities despite U.S. and Israeli claims.

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.