Muay Thai to be showcased at the Paris Olympic Games 2024

14 Sept 06:33 Key points summarised by AI

Muay Thai will feature as a side program at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, involving over 1,000 boxers from 24 countries, marking a significant step towards its potential inclusion as a full Olympic sport.
The five-day event will include exhibitions, workshops, and competitive bouts, with renowned boxer Buakaw Banchamek performing the traditional "wai khru" ritual.

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.