Constitutional Court rules FM Don can stay on his job pending verdict

14 Sept 01:36 Key points summarised by AI

The Constitutional Court ruled that Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai can continue his duties while awaiting a final verdict on his qualification.
The court found no immediate justification to suspend him, stating there was no cause to suspect damage to national administration or the public.
A hearing is scheduled for September 25, where three witnesses will testify to address factual issues.
The minister's qualification issue stems from his wife's undeclared shareholding, which exceeded 5%, potentially violating constitutional requirements for cabinet ministers.

Scientists confirm six dinosaur footprints in Udon Thani

Today 08:58 Key points summarised by AI

Scientists confirmed six fossilized footprints in Udon Thani, Thailand, belong to a carnivorous theropod dinosaur from approximately 120 million years ago.
The footprints, measuring 29x26 cm, indicate a theropod estimated at 1.42 meters tall at the hip and 6.3 meters long, comparable to Siamotyrannus isanensis.
This discovery marks the first confirmed find of fossilized footprints from a meat-eating theropod dinosaur in Thailand, highlighting its unique paleontological significance.
The site will be protected under the Fossil Protection Act, with plans to develop it into a research center and a geological tourism destination.