By Nattakorn Ploddee with Suy Se in Phnom Penh/AFP - Thailand and Cambodia may have reached a ceasefire to halt their bloody border clashes, but cyber warriors are still battling online, daubing official websites with obscenities, deluging opponents with spam...
In recent years, Vientiane has seen a quiet but steady rise in running culture. Once considered a niche activity, running is now gaining traction across the capital, thanks to city races, charity events, and grassroots groups that are making the sport more visible, and more social.
One of the figures inspiring this shift is Lodkeo Inthakoumman, one of Laos’ top female runners from Champasack Province in the south. She has gained recognition for her strong performances in national and regional long-distance events, helping to raise the profile of running in Laos.
Benefits Behind the Movement
Running is more than just a growing trend, it offers a wealth of physical and mental benefits....
The Lao government has announced plans to boost tourism in Vientiane Capital with the theme "Vientiane's Sustainable Tourism," The initiative aims to incorporate innovative...
On 16 July, Residents of Namphao Village in Khamkeut District, Bolikhamxay Province, found a massive unexploded bomb while excavating land to build a house. The bomb was found just five meters from residential homes.
The Unexploded Ordinance (UXO) clearance team that inspected the site on 23 July confirmed the device as a 1,000-pound bomb weighing over 453 kilograms. According to their assessment, an explosion would cause severe damage within a 1.5-kilometer radius, potentially devastating the surrounding residential area.
Authorities stated that...
In recent years, Vientiane has seen a quiet but steady rise in running culture. Once considered a niche activity, running is now gaining traction across the capital, thanks to city races, charity events,...
Lodkeo Inthakoumman secured another victory by finishing first in the half marathon at the Pattaya Marathon 2025, held from 19 to 20 July in Thailand.
“I trained six days a week, balancing both work...
In recent years, Vientiane has seen a quiet but steady rise in running culture. Once considered a niche activity, running is now gaining traction across the capital, thanks to city races, charity events, and grassroots groups that are making the sport more visible, and more social.
One of the figures inspiring this shift is Lodkeo Inthakoumman, one of Laos’ top female runners from Champasack Province in the south. She has gained recognition for her strong performances in national and regional long-distance events, helping to raise the profile of running in Laos.
Benefits Behind the Movement
Running is more than just a growing trend, it offers a wealth of physical and mental benefits. Dr. Channita Langsy, a Hematology specialist in Vientiane capital, explained why running is a powerful form of exercise.
“Running is one of the most popular activities because it strengthens the body’s endurance, especially the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, which in turn improves sleep quality,” she said.
“Mentally, even a run of 5 to 10 kilometers triggers the release of endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine, substances that boost mood and reduce stress.”
Over time, Dr. Channita added, running helps lower the risk of metabolic...