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Major Road Repairs Begin Following Rainy Season Damage

Laos to upgrade major roads following wet season damage

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has begun the repair and upgrade of a number of national roads after severe damage during the rainy season.

Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism to Promote Competent Staff

Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism speaks to retired officials

The Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism has made a pledge to appoint talented young people for promotion to ensure that the Ministry is strengthened under competent leadership.

Laos in Talks to Trial Russian Covid Vaccine

Laos In Talks to Trial Russian Sputnik V Vaccine

Laos has held talks with Russia regarding plans to trial the Russian-made “Sputnik V” vaccine against the Covid-19 virus.

Savannakhet Suffers Flash Flooding, More Storms Inbound

Flooding in Savannakhet Province

Villages near the Xepon and Xebanghieng rivers in Savannakhet Province were hit by flash flooding amid torrential rains on Tuesday, with a number of households affected.

Police Issue Statement on Cannibal Killer

Police issue statement on cannibal killer

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murdering a 6-year-old girl on Tuesday in Nalao Village, Phonhong District, Vientiane Province.

Thai Students Create 3D-Printed GPS Alms Bowl

https://laotiantimes.com/2020/10/09/thai-students-create-3d-printed-gps-alms-bowl/

Students in Thailand have designed an alms bowl for monks with GPS tracking, allowing villagers to view the route of monks for almsgiving in the mornings.

New Lao National Museum Officially Opens

Lao National Museum

The Lao National Museum officially opened at its new location on Tuesday, with exhibits from the nation’s rich history on display for visitors.

Domestic Electricity Consumption on the Rise in Laos

Electricite Du Laos workers repair an electricity line

The Lao Ministry of Energy and Mines has said that electricity consumption in Laos this year could reach 9,401 million kWh, increasing by 7.7% per year to 13,621 million KwH by 2025.