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Deported to Laos, US Returnees Find Their Way in an Unfamiliar Home

The men behind a barbecue grill in Vientiane speak English more easily than Lao. Some spent decades in the United States. Others left Laos as babies and did not return until they were sent back years later. Now, a small group of deportees is working together to run a barbecue restaurant...

Lao Classics Take on New Sound at Orchestra Concert in Vientiane

The Lao National Culture Hall was packed on 19 September, with more than 1,000...

Miss Universe Dispute Leaves Six Southeast Asian Franchises in Limbo

The Miss Universe Organization is facing a major dispute just weeks before its 75th...

Young Lao Chess Team Wins 12 Medals from Singapore

Laos continues working to develop chess among younger generations.  A group of young Lao players...

Seven Lao Artists Are Taking Life Advice From Cats

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

Dr. Martens Boots “Made in Laos” Set Social Media Abuzz

Dr. Martens has been trending on social media in Laos after one person made the surprise discovery that the German-founded British brand of boots...

For First Time in Laos, Avis Introduces Luxury Car Rental At Your Service

Avis Laos, a renowned international brand for vehicle rental services, launched a new luxury service: Avis Prestige on 26 May. Avis plans to move forward...

Laos Sets Plans For Influx of Chinese Tourists in 2023

Authorities have unveiled several strategies to welcome an increasing number of Chinese tourists to Laos this year. Lao Phattana News reports that the Tourism Planning...

Laos Welcomes Over 1 Million Tourists in Four Months

Compared to last year, the country has reported an impressive number of over 1 million international tourists to have visited Laos between January to...

Authorities Green Light Lao Dance Sport Federation

The Ministry of Education and Sports in Laos has officially recognized the newly-established Lao Dance Sport Federation to promote competitive dancing in Laos. Before the...

Dedicated to Preserving Laos’ Culture: Murals Unveiled at American Center in Laos

The US Embassy in Laos proudly revealed six captivating murals created by talented Lao artists on 24 May. These extraordinary artworks were brought to...