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“Ni Hao” or Not: When Misplaced Greetings Become a Flashpoint for Racism in Thailand

A simple greeting has sparked a complex debate in Thailand — is saying “Ni hao” to a Southeast Asian person, who isn’t Chinese, an innocent mistake, or a subtle form of racism? The debate began on 20 April, after an incident involving Siranath Bhiromphakdee, also known as Sai Scott, a...

Teen Girl’s Taxi Ride Turns into Nightmare: Harassment Case Reported

A 17-year-old Lao girl, identified only as Dao – a pseudonym to protect her...

Silent Killing Fields 50 Years on From Khmer Rouge Atrocities

By Suy SE/AFP - Cambodia marked on 17 April the 50th anniversary of the...

“Liquor Shop by the Cemetery”: Nong’s Bold Return as Voice for the Voiceless

An author holds the power to drive societal reform through fictional characters, raising awareness...

Lao-American Rapper Hopii Turns Blessings into Bars

When “Sa Tu”, or "Sathu," is not only heard in the temple but echoed...

Kualao Prepared to Host Delegates for ASEAN Summit

Nestled on the corner of the capital city’s landmark That Dam Intersection, Kualao Restaurant is ready to serve the over 5,000 guests and delegates...

Lao People Want US to Increase UXO Clearance

Lao netizens have welcomed US President Barack Obama's upcoming visit to the country and expressed hope that the US will increase its assistance to...

POLICE: Vehicles Can Now Officially Turn Right At Traffic Lights Nationwide

The Vientiane authorities have agreed to reinstate the old traffic rules for turning right at traffic lights nationwide. Motorists are now allowed to turn right...

Easier Spending, Saving at Home, Abroad Expected as Regional Payment Links Considered

ASEAN member states' central banks are seeking to deepen cooperation on payment linkages to facilitate trade and investment and drive economic growth in the...

Toyota and Daehan Dominate Laos Auto Market

Laos Auto Market in first half of 2016 hit record sales and production. The market is dominated by Toyota and Daehan while the most of...

Obama to Visit Laos As Country Opens Up to Vietnam & US Influence

The secretive communist government of Laos, a country with a population of less than 7 million, rarely causes a ripple on the diplomatic circuit....