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Leaf-Wrapped Lao Snack Mieng Goes Viral in Vientiane

A traditional Lao snack has gone viral. Mieng, a leaf-wrapped delicacy, is experiencing a surge in popularity after a TikTok video showing crowds lining up to buy it captured the nation’s attention. With the cluster fig season now underway, more people are discovering the snack’s unique flavors and fresh, local...

Laos Marks 18th National Handicraft Day, Highlights UNESCO Recognition of Lai Nak Silk

Today, Laos marks the 18th anniversary of National Handicraft Day, celebrating the skills and...

Caruso Creations Brings Laos’ Timeless Craftsmanship to the Global Stage

Since its founding in 1997, Caruso Creations has been at the forefront of Lao...

Young Lao Artists Share Stories of Life and Dreams at Art Week 2025

Vientiane is hosting its biggest annual art event, Lao Art Week 2025, from 10...

Laos Wins Best National Costume at Mister Global 2025 with Mani Khot Tree-Inspired Design

The ancient Mani Khot tree, a sacred symbol rooted in Champasack Province, southern Laos,...

Ancient Buddha Images Unearthed in Bokeo Province Spark Historical Debate

In recent days, several ancient Buddha statues were retrieved from the Mekong River’s shore in Tonpheung district of Bokeo province. Believed by some to...

From Pi to Pie: The Story of Pi Day

Every year on 14 March, mathematicians, educators, and enthusiasts around the world gather to celebrate Pi Day. This annual event commemorates the mathematical constant...

Leap Day 2024: The Rare Gift of ‘More Time’

Consider those moments when the thought crosses your mind: "If only there were more time today." Today, however, presents us with precisely that: "more...

‘Rethink the Couch’: A New Perspective on Therapy in Asia

Balancing the demands of parenting, a full-time job as a therapist, and a recent move to Singapore meant that Allison Heiliczer found solace in...

“It’s a Family Matter” Stories of Abuse Gone Silent

In Laos, family conflicts, especially between spouses, are generally known to be kept within the family’s scope. While outsiders might intervene elsewhere to ease...

At Trendy Japanese Cafés, Customers Enjoy Cuddling With Pigs

TOKYO (AP) — First there were cafés that allowed pets. Then came cat cafés, where lattes took second place to feline interaction. The latest...