HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha passes away at 47

10 Sept 14:32 Key points summarised by AI

Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati passed away peacefully at 47, following complications from an abdominal infection and a cardiac condition that began in December 2022.
As the eldest daughter of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn, she was a revered figure known for her intellect, compassion, and a doctorate in judicial science from Cornell University.
The Princess dedicated her life to public service, notably advocating for criminal justice reform and championing the rehabilitation of female inmates through her ‘Kamlangjai’ (Inspire) project.
Her impactful work in women's rights and prison reform gained global recognition, leading to the United Nations' adoption of the ‘Bangkok Rules’, setting international standards for the treatment of women prisoners.

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.