Nene Royal heads to AGT Live Show as father hints at surprises

10 Sept 12:09 Key points summarised by AI

Thai rock prodigy Nene Royal, 16, has departed for the US to compete in the 'America's Got Talent' Live Show, expressing full readiness to showcase her vocal power and urging global support and votes.
Nene previously impressed judges with powerful performances of 'Zombie' and 'Hysteria', securing her spot in the Live Shows where her advancement will now be determined by audience voting.
Her father confirmed Nene's extensive preparations, drawing on past experiences, and hinted at "some surprises" for her upcoming performance, while encouraging young fans to pursue their passions with dedication.

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.