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Lao New Year Wrap: Tradition, Festivities, International Engagement

From 14 to 16 April, Laos burst into a celebration as the country officially marked Pi Mai Laos—the Lao New Year. From alms-giving ceremonies and traditional processions to water splashing battles, the nation came together to usher in the new year. Luang Prabang: Heart of Traditional Celebration While Pi Mai was...

Three Calendars, One Celebration: Luang Prabang Enters New Year with Sacred Prabang Buddha Procession

This morning, Luang Prabang awoke to the sounds of drums, chanting monks, and crowds...

“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...

Splashing into the New Year: A Brief Story Behind Pi Mai Lao

Every April, when the weather hits its peak and the heat sets in, the...

Built with Heart: The Team Behind Luang Prabang’s Pi Mai Parade Tiger

Luang Prabang celebrated Pi Mai Lao, or Lao New Year, with its traditional Nang...

Tenth Grade Student Launches Mobile App to Assist Blood Donation in Laos

A 14-year-old Lao-Indian student has developed a mobile application to help people locate verified places to donate blood across the country. Saieesha Sarkar, a...

Phongsaly’s Papao Phaimany Gets Crowned Miss Universe Laos 2023

Papao Phaimany Lathsabunthao made history on Sunday night as she became the first Miss Universe Laos winner from Phongsaly province and the 7th Miss...

Luang Prabang to Host Annual Boat Racing Festival in September

Luang Prabang will organize its annual boat racing festival in Khan River during the Buddhist Lent starting 14 September. The Governor of Luang Prabang, Mr....

Tips and Tricks for the Best Traveling Experience

Traveling brings fresh perspectives and enriches the life of every individual. It does not matter where you travel, whether abroad or not; you will...

Cambodian Leader Hun Sen, Huge Facebook Fan, Says He Is Jumping Ship to Telegram

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, a devoted and very active user of Facebook — on which he has posted everything from photos...

How to Deal With Illegally Parked Cars Blocking Your Entrance

With the number of registered vehicles growing daily, Vientiane residents are increasingly at each other's throats over limited parking availability. As a result, illegally parked...