Thai artifacts take centre stage in Forbidden City

14 Sept 02:42 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand launched "Ten Thousand Auspicious Blessings: Eternal Bonds" in Beijing's Forbidden City, showcasing 228 national treasures to mark 50 years of diplomatic ties with China.
Running until February 2026, the unprecedented exhibition features key artifacts like prehistoric vessels, Benjarong porcelain, and King Rama V's Gong Throne, alongside Chinese imperial pieces.
The exhibition traces centuries of shared cultural, diplomatic, and artistic connections, highlighting mutual influences and the enduring legacy of Thai craftsmanship.
Aimed at deepening cultural understanding and boosting tourism, the event received high-level recognition with Chinese President Xi Jinping inviting the Thai King and Queen as its first guests.

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.