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Doi Ka Noi’s Final Dish: How a Lao Chef’s Cookbook Became Her Greatest Legacy

Doi Ka Noi, a renowned Lao restaurant in Vientiane Capital known for its ever-changing seasonal menu and commitment to authentic Lao recipes, closed permanently on 13 May.  The decision followed the unexpected passing of its chef and owner, Ponpailin ‘Noi’ Kaewduangdee, aged 45. The closure came just months after Asia's 50...

Tourism Fuels Revenue Surge in Luang Prabang in Five Months of 2025

Luang Prabang earned nearly LAK 700 billion (USD 32 million) in the first five...

Thailand Constitutional Court Suspends PM

UPDATED on 1 July at 2:27 PM The Laotian Times and AFP - Thai Prime...

Death Toll Rises to Eight, Two Missing in Saraburi Factory Blaze

A fire that broke out on 30 June at a tissue paper factory in...

Green Reporting Training Enhances Digital Literacy of Lao Journalists

Journalists, civil society actors, and youth from across Laos are strengthening their digital reporting...

Myanmar Reinstates Family Visits to Prisoners to End Ban Started During Pandemic

BANGKOK (AP) — Military-ruled Myanmar on Tuesday allowed prisoners to have family visitors from outside, a right that had been suspended for 3 and...

Lao children Pay Homage to Their Teachers Through Art

In a heartwarming display of gratitude, more than 1,000 children from across Laos celebrated their teachers through a showcase of artwork.  Their pictures are displayed...

Laos Commits to Promoting Gender Equality in Healthcare Access, Education

Laos has one of the highest rates of early marriages and teen pregnancies in the region, and government and private institutions are calling for...

US Renews Warning It Will Defend Philippines After Incidents With Chinese Vessels in South China Sea

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The United States renewed a warning Monday that it would defend the Philippines in case of an armed attack under a...

Asia Pacific Countries Agree on Measures to Tackle Climate Crisis Through Energy Transition

Representatives from 42 countries across Asia and the Pacific have agreed on measures to tackle climate change and build a future of sustainable energy...

South Korea Becomes Alternative Choice for Lao Job Seekers

Laos and South Korea have established a crucial partnership to address Laos' labor shortage.  The deal aims to attract a growing number of Laotian...