PM Anutin credits Phi Ta Khon spirit for good fortune and rise to top job

13 Sept 10:24 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul publicly credited the spiritual power of ‘Phi Ta Khon’ for bringing him good fortune and aiding his rise in politics, culminating in his appointment as prime minister.
Anutin revealed he has consistently kept ‘Phi Ta Khon’ pictures and souvenirs in his offices since his tenure as public health minister, believing they contribute to his success and prosperity.
He shared these sentiments at the opening ceremony of the annual Bun Luang and Phi Ta Khon festivals in Loei province, where he participated by donning a ‘Phi Ta Khon’ mask.

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.