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Artist Chalermchai starts work on two more paintings for Tham Luang museum

13 Sept 07:40 Key points summarised by AI

National artist Chalermchai Kositpipat and his team are creating two new paintings for the Tham Luang museum in Chiang Rai, expected to be completed within two weeks.
These artworks will complement the existing 'The Heroes' painting, which dramatically recounts the rescue of the 12 Wild Boars boys and their coach.
One painting will depict the local legend of Nangnon mountain, telling the tragic story of a princess and a horse raiser.
The second painting will feature the eyes of Lord Buddha gazing upon Nangnon mountain, adorned with iconic Chiang Rai temples like Wat Rong Khun and Wat Phra Kaew.
The museum also houses a statue honoring Lt-Cmd Saman Kunan, a former Navy SEAL who tragically died during the Tham Luang cave rescue operation.

Today 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.