Fire incidents across Laos claimed eight lives and destroyed homes, businesses, and vehicles during the first half of 2026, leaving behind more than LAK 319.6 billion (USD 14.3 million) in damage, according to new government figures.
The Fire Prevention and Suppression Police Department recorded 144 fires nationwide between January and...
Recent police arrests have renewed public concern over rising youth violence and reckless motorcycle activity in Vientiane Capital.
On 17 June, Sisattanak district police arrested...
On 12 June, police in Vientiane dismantled two suspected scam operations in Sikhottabong district, arresting 82 individuals during two coordinated raids on two rental...
On 26 May, authorities in Vientiane Capital arrested 19 suspects linked to an online fraud through fake scratch lottery sales and fraudulent online shopping...
Authorities in Luang Namtha issued a formal warning to all Lao students studying in China, strictly prohibiting them from any involvement with kratom.
Laos’ northern...