Vientiane: Countries across the Pacific rim lifted tsunami warnings on Wednesday, allowing millions of temporary evacuees to return home. After one of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded rattled Russia’s sparsely populated Far East, more than a dozen nations-from Japan to

Berlin: Germany’s cabinet on Wednesday approved the federal budget draft for 2026, marking the second consecutive year of record-high investment as the government aims to modernize infrastructure and bolster national security. According to Lao News Agency, the draft, presented by

Vientiane: Lao Fashion Week 2025 set the city abuzz as its flagship Fashion and Culture Night took over the Amari Vientiane on July 30, blending contemporary style with Lao heritage in an unforgettable showcase. The event spotlighted the bold creativity

Seoul: A total of 13 people have died from heat-related illnesses so far this year as South Korea continues to endure severe heat waves, health authorities said Wednesday. A total of 2,768 patients had visited emergency rooms for heat-related conditions

Washington: US economic growth bounced back in the second quarter, government data showed Wednesday, as analysts warned of distortions due to shifting trade flows over President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The world’s biggest economy expanded by an annual rate of 3.0