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Young Lao Chess Team Wins 12 Medals from Singapore

Laos continues working to develop chess among younger generations.  A group of young Lao players has returned from Singapore with 12 medals after gaining international experience against competitors from across Asia and beyond. Team Laos competed in the 24th ASEAN+ Age Group Chess Championships from 7 to 17 August, earning wins...

Seven Lao Artists Are Taking Life Advice From Cats

Cats spend much of their day sleeping, stretching in the sun, at times hunting,...

Sihom Night Market Vendors Left in Limbo Ahead of 25 July Closure

Sihom Night Market in Vientiane Capital will officially close on 25 July, but with...

Laos Launches Cultural Association to Preserve Heritage, Build Soft Power

On 16 July, Laos established a new cultural association tasked with preserving national heritage...

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...

Capturing Timelessness: Lebenszeit Exhibition Unveils Glimpse of 1970s Vientiane

In a captivating exploration of the past and present, a new photo exhibition has opened its doors in Vientiane, Laos, inviting visitors to contemplate...

Mysterious Glowing Orbs to Emerge from Mekong River in Annual Spectacle

In a mesmerizing annual spectacle known as the “Naga Fireball phenomenon”, mysterious glowing orbs emerge from the depths of the Mekong River, where its...

Lao children Pay Homage to Their Teachers Through Art

In a heartwarming display of gratitude, more than 1,000 children from across Laos celebrated their teachers through a showcase of artwork.  Their pictures are displayed...

New Exhibition on Cultural Misappropriation Opens at the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre in Luang Prabang

There’s a blurred line between cultural appropriation and artistic appreciation in the global fashion industry. But the boundaries become even more difficult to draw...

Days Off in ASEAN: Which is the Most Holiday-Friendly Nation

As the festival season approaches, people across Southeast Asia are looking forward to spending quality time with family and unwind. But, when it comes to...

10th Edition of Lao Fashion Week 2023 Launched at French Embassy

On 8 September, the French Embassy hosted the launch of the 10th edition of the Lao Fashion Week and also celebrated the 70th anniversary...