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Alcohol Linked to 20,000 US Cancer Deaths Annually

Washington: Alcohol is now responsible for approximately 100,000 cases of cancer and 20,000 deaths a year from that cause in the United States, according to data circulating in local media. In a new advisory, US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy stated that alcohol consumption could undoubtedly increase the risk of developing some type of malignant […]

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CIO Requests Police Assistance in Detaining President Yoon Over Martial Law Bid

Seoul: The state anti-corruption agency has requested police assistance to execute a warrant to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol in connection with his failed martial law attempt. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) made this urgent request to law enforcement as the expiration of the warrant loomed on Monday. According to Lao […]

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Singapore to Build Most Efficient Hydrogen-Compatible Natural Gas Power Plant

Vientiane: The Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore announced the awarding of a contract to electricity generator PacificLight Power to build a hydrogen-compatible natural gas power plant on Jurong Island. According to Lao News Agency, PacificLight Power stated that the project, costing approximately 1 billion USD, will be the largest single and most efficient combined […]

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Indonesia Aims to Cease Diesel Imports by 2026 with New Biodiesel Programs

Jakarta: The Indonesian government is taking significant steps towards energy independence by planning to implement a mandatory 50% biodiesel (B50) program by 2026, as announced by Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia. This initiative aims to eliminate the country’s reliance on diesel imports. According to Lao News Agency, the government is initiating an […]

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Bilingual School in Laos Celebrates Tet with Spring Culinary Fair

Vientiane: The Nguyen Du Lao-Vietnamese bilingual school kicked off the Spring Culinary Fair 2025 in Vientiane on January 3, celebrating the vibrant traditions of the upcoming Lunar New Year (Tet) in an atmosphere bursting with colour, music and the enticing aromas of Vietnamese cuisine. According to Lao News Agency, the event drew distinguished guests, including […]

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Vietnam, Laos Enhance Trade and Energy Partnerships

Hanoi: The Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) and the Lao Embassy in Vietnam have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening economic, trade, and industrial energy cooperation between the two nations. This affirmation was made during a working session in Hanoi, attended by Vietnam’s Minister of Industry and Trade, Nguyen Hong Dien, and Lao Ambassador […]

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Chinese Media Industry Earnings Surge by 8.3% to RMB3.15 Trillion

Beijing: The Chinese media has published its 2024 annual report with details of how the industry fared and what the future would look like. The 64-page detailed report contained extensive research intelligence that guides the drive of the sector. According to Lao News Agency, the report titled “Development of China’s News Media, 2024,” compiled by […]

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Lao Art Museum Opens, Showcasing Nation’s Cultural Heritage

Vientiane: The Lao Art Museum, located in Nonsa-at Village, Saythany District, Vientiane, officially opened its doors to the public on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s cultural preservation efforts. According to Lao News Agency, the grand opening ceremony, attended by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, Deputy Prime Minister Salermxay Kommasith, Founder and President of […]