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Remembering Misiem Yipintsoi

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A new museum, Misiem's/Bangkok, opens to celebrate the life and groundbreaking works of Misiem Yipintsoi (1906-1988), Thailand's first "National Artist of Excellence."
The museum, a revival of a pioneering art space, showcases her renowned paintings and sculptures within a "House of Memories" concept, integrating family objects to offer an intimate, evolving glimpse into her world.
Misiem embarked on her artistic journey at 42, quickly gaining national acclaim by winning three consecutive Gold Medals at the National Exhibition of Art, transitioning from Impressionist painting to dynamic sculpture.
Led by her granddaughter, Klaomard Yipintsoi, the project ensures Misiem's legacy endures, providing free public access to her art and fostering new talent through an adjoining space for emerging artists.

Today 16:27Key points summarised by AI

The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is funding a feasibility study for the Thailand-U.S. Submarine Cable System (THUS), aiming to establish a direct, secure digital connection between Thailand and the United States.
This initiative seeks to replace Thailand's aging subsea connections with a modern, trusted technology network, crucial for protecting sensitive data and bolstering secure digital connectivity across Southeast Asia.
The project supports Thailand's ambition to become a regional digital hub, opening opportunities for American firms and providing fair capacity access across Southeast Asia's extensive market.
The proposed 11,500-mile THUS system will strategically route through key Southeast Asian countries, deliberately bypassing high-risk areas, to enhance network resilience and accelerate collaboration with leading U.S. technology providers.