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From TV Series to Big Screen: Hannah Rosenbloom’s Cinematic Journey in ‘The Signal’

After more than a year since its debut on international screens, the Lao drama horror film "The Signal" hit theaters in Laos on 23...

WHO Asks China for More Information About Rise in Illnesses and Pneumonia Clusters

GENEVA (AP) — Chinese officials say they did not detect any “unusual or novel diseases” in the country, the World Health Organization said Thursday,...

Hmong Child Endures Extreme Corporal Punishment for Minor Theft

A widely criticized video on social media portrayed the distressing punishment of a young Hmong girl by her parents, who accuse her of stealing...

Cybersecurity Collaboration Strikes a Blow Against Romance Scammers in Laos

In a move against cybercrime, the Lao government urged its National Internet Committee to address online fraud, fake call centers, illegal online trade, gambling,...

Celebrating Tradition, Unity: Provinces Nationwide Begin to Reveal Hmong New Year Plans for 2024

Marking the end of the twelfth lunar calendar month, the Hmong ethnic communities are preparing to celebrate the New Year with vibrant festivities that...

Thailand’s Cabinet Approves a Marriage Equality Bill to Grant Same-Sex Couples Equal Rights

BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s Cabinet on Tuesday approved an amendment to its civil code to allow same-sex marriage, with an expectation for the draft...

Lao Authorities Clarify Passport Violation in Viral Exit Fee Video

In response to a viral video exposing an alleged imposition of an excessive exit fee of THB 5000 (around USD 142.37) on a Thai...

Laos Records 458 Road Accidents in October

Laos witnessed a total of 458 incidents nationwide, resulting in 702 injuries and 53 fatalities in October, according to a report from the Traffic...

Laos Launches ‘Gov-X’ App for Streamlined Access to Government Services

The Lao Digital Government Center introduced Gov-X, a comprehensive application providing users with information and diverse government services, on 2 November. The app is available...

Cuban Supreme Court President Strengthens Judicial Ties in Laos

In a diplomatic mission aimed at bolstering judicial collaboration, the president of the Cuban People's Supreme Court, Rubén Remigio Ferro, engaged in a robust...

Tree Planting Ceremony Commemorates Laos, France 70 Years of Friendship

In commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the diplomatic friendship between Laos and France, officials from both countries gathered on the morning of 16...

Government Unveils Plan to Revamp Road Infrastructure

In a move to address the issue of deteriorating roads, the government has pledged to bolster its efforts by increasing funding for road maintenance...

JDB Bank in Eye of Storm Over Scammers Impersonating Bank Officials

JDB Bank is in the spotlight as an increasing number of Lao residents reported attempts by scammers posing as bank officials on Facebook.  Amidst the...

Vientiane Residents Call for Immediate Action on Garbage Pileup

Social media users in Vientiane have expressed their anger and frustration over the local garbage collection service's prolonged delays in clearing the roads of...