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A 12-year-old girl dies after Thailand school shooting, bringing the death toll to at least 8

A 12-year-old girl dies after Thailand school shooting, bringing the death toll to at least 8

A schoolgirl has died from critical wounds after a student opened fire at a high school and his home outside Bangkok the day before, raising the death toll to at least eight

Rediscovery of Megalodon Fossils Sheds Light on Prehistoric Giants

Rediscovery of Megalodon Fossils Sheds Light on Prehistoric Giants

Scientists have rediscovered lost vertebrae of the Megalodon, a prehistoric shark, in Denmark. These fossils, thought to be lost during a museum relocation in 1989, were found on a shelf decades later. The study of these vertebrae has provided new insights into the size and growth of the Megalodon, confirming it could reach lengths of over 79 feet. This discovery is significant for paleontology, offering a rare glimpse into the life of one of the ocean's most formidable predators.

'Mom, don't call me': Inside Thailand's deadly school shooting

'Mom, don't call me': Inside Thailand's deadly school shooting

By Panarat Thepgumpanat and Napat Wesshasartar BANG KRUAI, Thailand, Aug 8 (Reuters) - When a shot rang out at the Debsirin Nonthaburi School on the outskirts of Bangkok on Friday morning, 14-year-old Khim and her classmates peered over a balcony to see if the noise had come from a construction site

Accused Thai school shooter had watched violent content online, police say

Accused Thai school shooter had watched violent content online, police say

By Panarat Thepgumpanat BANGKOK, Aug 9 (Reuters) - The Thai teen behind a deadly school shooting outside Bangkok had an air gun confiscated by a teacher last year and had watched violent content online, police said on Sunday, as the government promised new safety protocols for schools.

Hilton Expands in Vietnam with New Resort in Hoi An

Hilton Expands in Vietnam with New Resort in Hoi An

Hilton Expands in Vietnam with New Resort in Hoi An

Thai teen kills 7 in rampage at home and school before shooting himself

Thai teen kills 7 in rampage at home and school before shooting himself

By Chalinee Thirasupa and Panarat Thepgumpanat BANG KRUAI, Thailand, Aug 7 (Reuters) - A Thai teenager killed at least five people and himself at a school outside Bangkok on Friday after fatally shooting his grandparents, police said, in the Southeast Asian nation's worst mass killing since 2022.

Fossil Discovery in Fukushima Suggests Diverse Iguanodontian Presence

Fossil Discovery in Fukushima Suggests Diverse Iguanodontian Presence

Recent fossil discoveries in Fukushima, Japan, have provided new insights into the diversity of iguanodontians, a group of herbivorous dinosaurs. A fossil found in 1999 at the Iwaki City Ammonite Center has been identified as the right sternal plate of an indeterminate styracosternan, a type of iguanodontian. This specimen, estimated to be from a dinosaur about 3 meters in length, suggests that iguanodontians of varying sizes inhabited the coastal environments of East Asia during the Late Cretaceous period. The findings, published in Paleontological Research, highlight the presence of both large and small iguanodontians in the region, contributing to the understanding of their evolution and biogeography.

Dinosaur Fossils Discovered in Thailand May Reveal Ancient Carnivorous Species

Dinosaur Fossils Discovered in Thailand May Reveal Ancient Carnivorous Species

In Chaiyaphum, Thailand, over 100 dinosaur fossil fragments, estimated to be more than 130 million years old, have been discovered. This significant find was led by Sita Manitkoon from the Palaeontological Research and Education Centre at Mahasarakham University. The fossils, believed to belong to a carnivorous dinosaur, were found in Ban Khwao district. This discovery marks the fourth dinosaur found in the region and potentially the oldest, surpassing the previously discovered Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis, a plant-eating dinosaur. The fossils include vertebrae, leg bones, and other skeletal parts, and are currently being analyzed to determine the exact classification of the dinosaur.

Student gunman kills at least 7 people at a high school and a home outside Bangkok, officials say

Student gunman kills at least 7 people at a high school and a home outside Bangkok, officials say

A student shot several people at a high school outside Bangkok, killing at least five and wounding several others

Vietnam and Thailand Enhance Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Vietnam and Thailand Enhance Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Vietnam and Thailand have elevated their bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, marking a new phase of cooperation with a long-term vision. This development follows half a century of diplomatic relations and aims to strengthen ties across various sectors, including politics, economics, trade, and defense. The two countries have signed an Action Program for 2026-2031 to promote cooperation in these areas. Economic collaboration remains a highlight, with bilateral trade reaching approximately $22.1 billion in 2025. Thailand is a major trading partner and investor in Vietnam, with significant projects in various industries.

Student kills at least 7 people at a high school and a home outside Bangkok, officials say

Student kills at least 7 people at a high school and a home outside Bangkok, officials say

A student shot several people at a high school outside Bangkok, killing at least five and wounding several others

U.S. Faces Decline in Global Favorability Compared to China

U.S. Faces Decline in Global Favorability Compared to China

A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that China is now viewed more positively than the U.S. in many countries, marking a significant shift in global opinion. The survey, conducted in Spring 2026, shows that 46% of respondents have a favorable opinion of China, compared to 36% for the U.S. Additionally, fewer respondents expressed confidence in President Trump to handle world affairs compared to Chinese President Xi Jinping. This trend is echoed in Southeast Asia, where a majority of policy and business elites prefer aligning with China over the U.S.