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Scholarship programme opens doors
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 20/10/2025
» The International Schools Association of Thailand (ISAT) says it hopes to enhance Thailand's academic landscape in line with the national education policy, with a strong focus on improving opportunities for disadvantaged children and youth.
'Know-how', not 'know who'
News, Published on 15/02/2025
» The old saying that "acquiring know-how matters less than who you know" is not only prevalent but is practised in its most blatant form in elite study courses, according to observers.
Rehab policy 'may not suit all users', psychologist says
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/01/2025
» The recent police raid on an exclusive gay party on Dec 8 in Watthana district of Bangkok, in which more than half of the 124 party-goers tested positive for drugs and were sent to rehab, has raised wider questions about privacy and the drug policy.
Adjustments to Thailand's 'innovative health services' sought
News, Aphaluck Bhatiasevi, Published on 01/01/2025
» Expansion of "innovative health services" under the universal coverage scheme will require adjustments that consider patient-centred services while adhering to efficient use of resources, according to Dr Jadej Thammatacharee, Secretary-General of the National Health Security Office (NHSO).
Central banks can play a bigger role
News, Soohyung Lee, Published on 16/12/2024
» South Korea's remarkable transformation from one of the world's poorest countries to one of the richest is unparalleled in recent history. But while official data show robust growth and low unemployment, the economy remains beset by deep structural challenges that could have a profound impact on its future prosperity.
Yes, let's reverse Brexit (just a bit) for Gen Z
News, Chris Bryant, Published on 07/09/2024
» What's the point of Keir Starmer's massive electoral majority if he remains hesitant to do something for young people on Brexit that's not just compassionate and sensible, but also very popular?
School exec caught in 'tea-money' NACC sting
News, Chakkrapan Natanri, Published on 02/05/2024
» A deputy director of a school in Khon Kaen was caught red-handed taking "tea money" from parents in exchange for enrolling their child mid-term, the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) says.
Relocation 'may stem rivalry'
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 09/02/2024
» Relocating Rajamangala University of Technology's Uthenthawai Campus (Uthen) from its long-established site in Bangkok's Pathumwan district could mitigate violent rivalry with Pathumwan Institute of Technology students, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said yesterday.
Activists call for a review of drug laws
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/12/2023
» Advocates for harm reduction principles have expressed their concerns about Thailand's Narcotics Code, saying it will be challenging to enforce a law against drugs which promotes decriminalisation and harm reduction at the same time.
Keeping poor kids at school
News, Atitaya Teepawat, Published on 19/06/2023
» Anirut Thongdech has a broad smile when he learns that he will have a chance to return to school this term after having dropped out for two years.