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Thai Authorities Seize Over 14,000 Items of Illegal Cosmetic Silicone, Unregistered Medicines

On 19 September, Thai authorities seized over THB 8 million (approximately USD 251,000) worth of illegal cosmetic products in Bangkok. The seizure included more than 13,000 pieces of nose silicone, 1,404 chin silicone implants, and 1,192 units of unregistered medicines. Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported that a 34-year-old manager,...

Laos Receives Over 1000 Tons of Rice Aid to Support Disaster Recovery

On 16 September, Laos received 1,050 tons of rice donated by China, Japan, and...

Fruit of Her Labor: How a Young Farmer Is Redefining Agriculture in Laos

A young woman in Luang Prabang is proving that farming can be more than...

Lao Chef Seng Luangrath Honored at 2025 RAMMY Awards

Lao-American chef and restaurant owner Seng Luangrath won Restaurateur of the Year at the...

Lao, Korean Flavors Come Alive at “Thongtaek Tastes of Korea” in Vientiane

A three-day cultural food event called “Thongtaek Tastes of Korea” is taking place from...

Over 50% Of the World to Be Overweight or Obese by 2035

The World Obesity Foundation (OBF) has issued a report, stating that more than half of the world’s population will be overweight or obese by...

Feuang’s “Khao Poun Jaew Khing” Packs an Unforgettable Punch

This week’s culinary spotlight is not for the faint of tongue — khao poun jaew khing packs a spicy kick like few noodle dishes! With...

Sokxay Group Acquires Online Supermarket Pandamart from FoodPanda Laos

The Sokxay Group has invested in the purchase of Pandamart from Delivery Hero Dmart (Lao) Sole Co., Limited and is expediting the transformation of...

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...

Ice Association Announces Price Rise in Vientiane Capital

As rampant inflation continues to increase the cost of living in Laos, the Vientiane Ice Association has announced an increase in the price of...

Starbucks Amplifies its Expansion Efforts in Asia-Pacific Region

Intending to leverage from Asia’s reopening after the Covid-19 pandemic, Starbucks has launched its biggest expansion drive in five years. The multinational company plans to...