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Lao, Thai Textile Traditions Meet in Dress at Bangkok Exhibition

A gown combining Thai silk and Lao fabric brought two neighbouring countries' textile traditions together at an international fashion exhibition in Bangkok in October. Titled Lao-Thai Solidarity, the dress featured traditional Lao weaving patterns alongside Thai silk, with each material making up half of the design. Lao designer Khamphao Bouaphanh, founder...

Laos Turns to Community Support as Young People Face Rising Mental Health Pressures

Mental health challenges often go unnoticed in Laos, where people experiencing anxiety and emotional...

Lao Scholar Draws on History to Explore What Makes a Country ‘Great’

In many Lao communities, temples are among the cleanest places around. People sweep the...

The Photographer Who Speaks for Laos’ Forests

In the forests of Laos, observation comes before words for Souksamlan “Toun” Laladeth. That idea...

Deported to Laos, US Returnees Find Their Way in an Unfamiliar Home

The men behind a barbecue grill in Vientiane speak English more easily than Lao. Some...

Consumer Protection Hotline Needs More Collaboration

The consumer protection hotline on 1510 requires closer cooperation and more responsibility from the concerned sectors to ensure the faster resolution of claims or...

US Bombs Still Maim As Obama Prepares to Visit Laos

XIENG KHOUANG, Laos - This year's summer holidays had only just begun when Viet became a fresh casualty of a secret bombing campaign the...

Laotian Minister: Laos Full of Opportunities For Korean Investors

Laotian Planning and Investment Minister Souphanh Keomixay said Thursday, the Southeast Asian country seeks to strengthen economic ties with Korea through investments from private...

Kualao Prepared to Host Delegates for ASEAN Summit

Nestled on the corner of the capital city’s landmark That Dam Intersection, Kualao Restaurant is ready to serve the over 5,000 guests and delegates...

Lao People Want US to Increase UXO Clearance

Lao netizens have welcomed US President Barack Obama's upcoming visit to the country and expressed hope that the US will increase its assistance to...

POLICE: Vehicles Can Now Officially Turn Right At Traffic Lights Nationwide

The Vientiane authorities have agreed to reinstate the old traffic rules for turning right at traffic lights nationwide. Motorists are now allowed to turn right...