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Inside George Lucas’s Futuristic Museum of Narrative Art
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Miss Supranational Thailand and her views on LGBTQ rights
24 Sept 13:45Key points summarised by AI
Miss Supranational Thailand 2024, Kasama Suetrong, prepares for the global competition in Poland, viewing it as her final opportunity to secure a crown and make Thailand proud.
Kasama plans to embody Thailand's 'Land of Smiles' reputation through her genuine personality on the international stage, aiming to connect with people beyond national costumes.
She commends the growing diversity in beauty pageants, including the acceptance of LGBTQ individuals, recognizing its positive impact on society and the pageantry world.
Kasama passionately advocates for LGBTQ rights, emphasizing their inherent humanity and deservingness of love and respect, while also pushing for marriage equality in Thailand.
She pledges to initiate "step-by-step" changes for the LGBTQ community in Thai society and expresses profound gratitude to her supporters, particularly from the LGBTQ community, for their unwavering encouragement.
Inside George Lucas’s Futuristic Museum of Narrative Art
Today 15:30Key points summarised by AI
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, a US$1 billion institution founded by George Lucas, opened September 22, 2026, in Los Angeles, dedicated to the art of storytelling across diverse media.
Its futuristic, biomorphic architecture by Ma Yansong houses over 30 galleries, two theaters, and a research library, blending seamlessly with Exposition Park.
Exhibitions feature a vast collection of narrative art, from "Star Wars in Motion" and global art reproductions using advanced 3D scanning to works by Van Gogh, Rockwell, and contemporary artists.
The museum extends its offerings with a public research library, extensive outdoor gardens, and monumental sculptures, creating a comprehensive cultural and recreational destination.