The festive mood hits Pattaya and Chiang Mai

10 Sept 03:56 Key points summarised by AI

Pattaya kicks off New Year celebrations on Walking Street with concerts and fireworks, marking a vibrant return to festivity after three years of COVID-19 restrictions.
Chiang Mai experiences heavy traffic as crowds flock to Doi Suthep for New Year blessings at Wat Phra Doi Suthep, significantly boosting local vendor sales.

Inside George Lucas’s Futuristic Museum of Narrative Art

Yesterday 15:30 Key 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.