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Ancient Pompeii doctor identified by medical instruments found in cast

Researchers use X-rays, CT scans, and 3D technology to uncover medical kit carried by victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD16 May 2026

2 dead after small plane crashes in southwestern Germany

Plane apparently exploded mid-air over a residential area on outskirts of Limburgerhof, public broadcaster SWR reports16 May 2026

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8 dead, dozens hurt as train hits bus in Bangkok

Crash causes bus to burst into flames, several nearby vehicles also damaged, according to reports16 May 2026

Thailand urges Iran to allow safe passage of 8 stranded Thai vessels through Hormuz

Call made by Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow during meeting with his Iranian counterpart on sidelines of BRICS meeting in New Delhi16 May 2026

France detains 6 after Palestinian flag unfurled on Eiffel Tower

Police say individuals arrested on suspicion of entering a protected area without authorization16 May 2026

British Palestinians ‘afraid to speak openly’ about Gaza war, campaigner says

Some Palestinians in UK fear wearing symbols of identity in public, says director of British Palestinian Committee16 May 2026

Israel’s 'endless provocations' must end for Middle East peace: Turkish president

Recep Tayyip Erdogan calls for regional stability, end to escalating tensions involving Iran, saying lasting peace requires abandoning ‘short-term calculations’16 May 2026

Netanyahu sues New York Times over article about sexual violence against Palestinians

Netanyahu’s government announces legal action against The New York Times after columnist Nicholas Kristof publishes allegations of systemic sexual violence against Palestinian detainees16 May 2026

Putin to visit China a week after Trump trip

Beijing, Moscow confirm 2-day trip after US president paid 3-day state visit to China this week16 May 2026

US energy chief says Hormuz could reopen by end of summer

Agreement with Iran could emerge ‘in next few days,’ Chris Wright says, but warns US military could reopen Strait of Hormuz by force if Tehran continues blocking traffic16 May 2026

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