Entertainment

Charity Orchestra Concert to Showcase Lao Heritage Songs in Vientiane

A charity orchestra concert in Vientiane will showcase 10 Lao heritage songs reimagined and rearranged by composer Alounyaded Ladsahody. “A Symphony of Heritage” will feature a cinematic orchestral performance of the songs, bringing traditional Lao musical heritage into a contemporary concert setting. Swiss violinist Mathias Boegner will join the performance as...

Young Lao Chess Team Wins 12 Medals from Singapore

Laos continues working to develop chess among younger generations.  A group of young Lao players...

Thai Travel YouTuber Hlun Solo Found Dead in Georgia After Weeks of Uncertainty

Thai travel YouTuber Hlun Solo has died in Georgia after disappearing during a solo...

Seven Lao Artists Are Taking Life Advice From Cats

Cats spend much of their day sleeping, stretching in the sun, at times hunting,...

Young Lao Footballers Win International Titles as World Cup Fever Grows

While the FIFA World Cup dominates football headlines, a Lao youth footballers has returned...

Thongtaek Fair Christmas Market 2025 Kicks Off in Vientiane

Vientiane Capital is getting into the holiday spirit as the Thongtaek Fair Christmas Market 2025 opens its doors. The week-long event runs from 4...

Vientiane Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead of Lao National Day, 50th Anniversary Celebrations

The Vientiane Department of Public Works and Transport has issued a traffic advisory urging residents, commuters, and visitors to avoid several key roads across...

Lao Filmmakers Fund 2025 Awards Support for Shorts and Features

The Lao Filmmakers Fund 2025 announced on 19 November that it will support three short films and help develop four feature-length projects.  The fund, backed...

Japan’s Princess Aiko to Visit Vientiane, Luang Prabang in First Official Trip Abroad

Laos and Japan are marking a milestone year in their relationship. Her Imperial Highness Princess Aiko will visit Laos from 17 to 22 November,...

Early Bird Tickets for Luang Prabang Music Festival Gone in Five Minutes

The inaugural Luang Prabang Music Festival (LPMF) has received an overwhelming response, with all 1,000 Super Early Bird passes sold within just five minutes...

Leaf-Wrapped Lao Snack Mieng Goes Viral in Vientiane

A traditional Lao snack has gone viral. Mieng, a leaf-wrapped delicacy, is experiencing a surge in popularity after a TikTok video showing crowds lining...