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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,...

Crowne Plaza Vientiane Welcomes a New Executive Chef

Crowne Plaza Vientiane is delighted to introduce the hotel's new Executive Chef, Louis Yu-Ming Poh, who is originally from Malaysia and has worked in...

That Luang Festival Returns to its Pre-Pandemic Glory This Year

That Luang festival returned to its pre-pandemic splendor this year, resulting in thousands of people from across the country and abroad flocking in to...

Starbucks Opens its First Store in Laos

 The entry of the Starbucks brand into Laos reaffirms the company’s long-term commitment to continued growth across Southeast Asia. As part of the Starbucks brand’s...

A Spa and Restaurant from Crowne Plaza, Vientiane Win Top Luxury Awards

Senses Day Spa and 3 Merchants at Crowne Plaza, Vientiane win prestigious awards at the 2022 World Luxury Awards as one of the Best...

US Ambassador Donates to Conserve Ancient Wall Paintings in Savannakhet

The US Ambassador to Laos, Mr. Peter Haymond has donated almost USD 50,000 to preserve wall paintings in three ancient temples in Savannakhet. The...

Five Scariest Ghosts from Laos Folklore

by Bryan Thao Worra Laos is often considered a must-visit destination of Southeast Asia these days for its unique and enchanting charms. While visitors enjoy...