Loy Krathong set for UNESCO heritage nomination

13 Sept 06:30 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet officially approved the Culture Ministry's proposal to nominate the Loy Krathong festival for inscription as a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage.
Loy Krathong, recognized as national cultural wisdom since 2011 and a 'soft power' festival, aims to boost foreign tourism, joining other Thai traditions already on the UNESCO list.

Inside George Lucas’s Futuristic Museum of Narrative Art

Today 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.