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Risky Orange E-Motorbike Stunts in Vientiane Spark Safety, Behavioral Concerns

Dangerous riding involving orange electric motorbikes has sparked public concern in Vientiane Capital after young riders were seen performing wheelies and stunts on busy public roads.  Compounding the issue, many bikes are being abandoned improperly across the city. Photos and videos of the reckless behavior quickly circulated on social media, prompting...

On the Frontlines of Crisis: Why Health Workers Need Urgent Protection and Funding

On World Humanitarian Day, 19 August,  Pio Smith, UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and...

The Real Fertility Crisis? Young People are Denied Choice

On World Population Day, UNFPA Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, Mr. Pio Smith calls...

Will InDrive Return? App Blocked Across Laos Amid Legal and Technical Turmoil

On 28 May, the popular taxi application InDrive became suddenly inaccessible to customers and...

Laos Marks IDAHOBIT with Growing Focus on Inclusion and Youth Voices

Laos marked the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) on 27 May,...

Scruffy That Dam in Need of Refurbishment

That Dam, the black stupa, is a well-known if not so revered stupa that stands as a landmark of downtown Vientiane. While its origins...