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The Photographer Who Speaks for Laos’ Forests

In the forests of Laos, observation comes before words for Souksamlan “Toun” Laladeth. That idea inspired the title of his debut visual anthology, Where the Forests Have No Words, officially launched on 5 October in Vientiane*.* "People call me a conservation and nature photographer. But really, I'm just a simple person,...

Deported to Laos, US Returnees Find Their Way in an Unfamiliar Home

The men behind a barbecue grill in Vientiane speak English more easily than Lao. Some...

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...

Teenage Gangs Spark Public Safety Concerns Across Vientiane

Recent police arrests have renewed public concern over rising youth violence and reckless motorcycle...

Got Hot Pot? Vientiane’s Local Dining Spots that won’t Cost a Lot

What could be better than a pot of bubbling broth, an assortment of fresh ingredients to toss into it, and a group of friends...

Fact Check: Thai Tubing Video Falsely Attributed to Vang Vieng

A video depicting hundreds of people tubing down a river widely shared on social media did not take place in Laos. The original TikTok video...

Ancient Siam Coins Found in Savannakhet, Laos

A clay jar filled with ancient coins was discovered by a UXO clearance team in Savannakhet province on Sunday. The coins were found on the...

Australia and Laos – Moving Forward Together

Australian Ambassador to Laos, Mr. Paul Kelly, reflects upon the relationship between Laos and Australia in an op-ed as the two countries move forward...

How to Avoid Being Overcharged at Petrol Stations in Laos

Self-service at the petrol station is not a common practice in Southeast Asia, and in Laos, most petrol stations still employ fuel pump attendants...

Vientiane Rescue Speaks Out About Rising Accidents in Post-pandemic Laos

Founder of Vientiane's volunteer emergency service, Sebastien Perret, discusses Vientiane Rescue's operations amid the continued problem of road accidents. Sebastien Perret, Co-Founder of Vientiane...