Scientists dig up Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur in Thailand

10 Sept 20:55 Key points summarised by AI

Researchers unearthed Nagatitan chaiyaphumensis in Thailand, identifying it as Southeast Asia's largest-known dinosaur.
This colossal plant-eating sauropod from the Cretaceous Period measured nearly 90 feet long and weighed 25-28 tons, making it largely immune to predators.
The discovery provides vital insights into sauropod diversity in Southeast Asia, as Nagatitan is the largest and geologically youngest sauropod found in the region.
Nagatitan lived during a period of rising global temperatures and atmospheric carbon dioxide, hinting at a potential correlation between large body size and climatic conditions.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.