Defence minister apologises for his reluctance to use the word “manhunt”

13 Sept 14:46 Key points summarised by AI

Defence Minister Lt Gen Adul Boonthamcharoen apologized for public misunderstanding regarding his reluctance to use the term “manhunt” after a deadly insurgent attack, explaining his caution aims to prevent escalating tensions in the Deep South.
He affirmed his dedication to bringing the perpetrators to justice for the fallen rangers and denied any conflict with the Army Chief-of-Staff over pursuing insurgents.

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.