In many Lao communities, temples are among the cleanest places around. People sweep the grounds, tend to the gardens, and take care of the buildings. There is a shared understanding that these places are sacred, belong to everyone, and that caring for them is a collective responsibility.
But why doesn't...
Several provinces across Laos have reported solid economic progress in the first half of 2025, according to recent updates from local government offices.
Vientiane Province...
The United States' updated reciprocal tariff regime officially took effect today, hitting several Southeast Asian economies with a range of steep new import taxes.
Despite...
Typhoon Wipha has killed four people and left four others missing after sweeping through 34 districts in multiple provinces across Laos. The storm battered...
By Michael Anderson; BBGL Board Member and Education Adviser
Over recent decades, families in Laos have viewed the United States as a top destination for...