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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 to 19 October under the theme “Motion.” More than 100 Lao artists are taking part, presenting their work at 12 different locations across the city. The event, organized by the XYZ Art Center as part of...

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,...

Lao, Korean Flavors Come Alive at “Thongtaek Tastes of Korea” in Vientiane

A three-day cultural food event called “Thongtaek Tastes of Korea” is taking place from...

Vientiane’s Running Boom: More Than Just Exercise, It’s a Movement

In recent years, Vientiane has seen a quiet but steady rise in running culture....

OP-ED: Honoring Lao Midwives, Heroes of Maternal Health

By Bounfeng Phoummalaysith, Minister of Health, Laos, and Bakhtiyor Kadyrov, UNFPA Representative in Laos. On...

Laos Gears Up for First Digital Population, Housing Census in 2025 With Pilot Test

Laos is preparing to conduct its 5th Population and Housing Census (PHC) in March 2025, with a pilot test set to take place in...

Largest Buddha Statue Unearthed in Laos Sparks Viral Debate Over Ownership Among Mekong River Nations

The recent discovery of the largest Buddha statue ever found in Laos, standing at least two meters tall, has ignited a viral sensation and...

World Bee Day: Celebrating the Role of Bees in Our Ecosystem

Today, 20 May, the world celebrates World Bee Day, an international event dedicated to recognizing the critical role bees and other pollinators play in...

Unearthing Luang Prabang’s Mysteries: The Legend of the Lost Treasure

Armed with nothing but a map and a set of clues, exploring Luang Prabang has transformed into a game where participants are tasked with...

Miss Universe Sheynnis Palacios Receives Heartwarming Welcome in Laos

The reigning Miss Universe 2023, 23-year-old Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua, received a heartfelt welcome from local fans and dignitaries during her visit to Laos...

Sivanh Sibounhueang Defies Disability Odds to Craft Masterpieces

Living without arms or legs can be a daunting and life-altering experience for some. Yet, for many people with disabilities, embracing their uniqueness becomes...