Thai troops on alert, encroaching Wa troops told to leave Thai territory

13 Sept 07:01 Key points summarised by AI

Thai troops are on high alert in Mae Hong Son province after Myanmar's United Wa State Army (UWSA) reportedly occupied former military bases, some located on Thai territory.
Thailand has issued a 30-day ultimatum for the UWSA to withdraw, preferring negotiation over military action against the well-equipped, drug-funded ethnic army.

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.