On 24 September, Vientiane authorities shut down the KM38 Dharma Practice Center in Sangsai village, Pakngum district, after its leader declared herself the reincarnation of Phra Sri Ariya Metrai, the Maitreya Buddha that Buddhist tradition says will one day appear on earth to succeed Gautama Buddha.
Under the 24 September...
A 95-year-old grandfather has gone missing near the popular Nam Pien Yorla Pa resort in Vientiane Province.
According to a statement made by Nam Pien...
Laos has extended its Covid-19 prevention measures until 31 October, however, some measures, including a ban on charter flights, will be eased.
The National Task...
District authorities have stepped up security for the Boat Racing Festival this year, with an 800-strong force on duty this weekend in Vientiane Capital.
According...
Vientiane authorities have issued updated regulations governing noise pollution, following a Decision issued in January.
The legal framework for suppression of noise pollution is an...
The Vientiane Capital bus station construction project, which began in 2015, remains incomplete despite plans to be ready for use in 2018.
Chitchareun Construction was...
