Scientists confirm six dinosaur footprints in Udon Thani

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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.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Yesterday 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 provinces, affecting 604,265 families and approximately 1.83 million people, despite water levels beginning to recede in most areas.
The flood death toll has remained at 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across multiple provinces.
Significant impacts are observed in the North, East, Central Plains, and South, with provinces like Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, and Prachin Buri reporting a high number of affected families.