Lao Voices

Laos’ unsustainable development

Buc Kee Kark — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 21:31:55 +0000

Lao PDR. With its population of 5,8 million soules and a gross netto income per capita (person) of $580 a year, it is one of the poorest countries in its region and the world. Laos ranks lower than its regional and income group averages in all available global ranks despite its annual GDP growth of [...]

Alexandra Bounxouei – Diva from Laos

Darly — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:07:57 +0000

Alexandra Bounxouei featured on NHK Newsline – Voices in Person, for Asia Crossroads segment.

Lao Handicraft Festival 2008

Darly — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:58:49 +0000

Photos of various exhibition booths at the annual Lao Handicraft Festival at the Lao International Trade and Exhibition Centre (LAO-ITECC). The festival features Lao arts and crafts such as textiles, wood and rattan items, and jewelry.

Alexandra Bounxouei on Asia Crossroads

Darly — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 05:17:23 +0000

Video clips of Alexandra Bounxouei’s interview on a Japanese TV show, originally posted on April 25, 2009. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3

How a dinner is made in Muang Noi

Darly — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 05:03:52 +0000

A video travel blog about a group of tourists in Muang Noi and how their dinner came to the table. This is how life is in Laos so if you are a bit squeamish, then don’t watch the video!

Boun Kathin in High Point

Darly — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:47:17 +0000

Bou Kathin at Wat Lao Prakeo Rattanaram in High Point, North Carolina.

Lao-ITECC Food Court

Darly — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:54:01 +0000

Visitors to the Lao Handicraft Festival can make a visit to the Food Court for a full meal or just a snack. There were plenty of dishes for all ages to enjoy.

A train ride from Thanaleng to Nongkhai

Darly — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 05:10:23 +0000

A 10 minutes clip of a train ride from Thanaleng Station in Vientiane to Nongkhai, Thailand. From Nongkhai Station to Thanaleng, Laos.

Two cultures, one family

Darly — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 05:05:18 +0000

Video by Threesixty Journalism: Like hundreds of Twin Cities couples, Laura Lee and Abe Knudson are trying to raise their kids, hold two jobs, pay their bills and manage to find a little time for themselves. What they are also doing is blending two cultures that stretch 8,000 miles from Minnesota’s Iron Range, where Abe grew [...]

You Bring the Laos in the House

Darly — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 12:12:05 +0000

Asian Arts Initiative Grand Opening Celebration Performance Showcase, April 4, 2009, featuring Catzie Vilayphonh.

Yah Het Hai Wan Wai

Darly — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 11:57:15 +0000

A hit song from Secret, a popular girl band in Laos.

Lao Handicraft Contest

Darly — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:09:22 +0000

There was a contest held on the first day of the Lao Handicraft Festival 2008 for the best design in various categories.

Taste of Laos day 30

Darly — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:30:59 +0000

Taste of Lao food day 30 with highlight of Khao Thom, Tum Khao Phoon, Tum Maak Houng, Ping Kai, Som Pa, and Sao Noi Disco. There was no dancing going on with the dancing shrimps though.

Boun Phapa in Toronto

Darly — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:19:05 +0000

The coverage of Boun Phapa at Wat Lao Veluwanh of Toronto by Lao TV Canada. Boun Phapa part 1 Boun Phapa part 2 Boun Phapa part 3 Boun Phapa part 4 Boun Phapa part 5 Boun Phapa part 6 Boun Phapa part 7 Boun Phapa part 8 Boun Phapa part 9 Boun Phapa part 10 Boun Phapa part 11 Boun Phapa part 12

Lao Wedding Dress

Darly — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:45:32 +0000

Photos of beautiful Lao wedding dress and Lao silk skirts presented at the Lao Handicraft Festival, on November 02, 2008 at Lao International Trade Exhibition and Convention Centre (Lao-ITECC).

Taste of Laos day 29

Darly — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:38:09 +0000

Taste of Lao food day 29 with Fresh Spring Rolls, Ping Kai, Green Papaya Salad, and Laap Moo or Pork Minced Salad with pork and vegetable soup.

Lao Handicraft Demonstration

Darly — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:30:35 +0000

Photos and clip from the annual Lao Handicraft Festival at the Lao International Trade and Exhibition Centre (LAO-ITECC). The festival features Lao arts and crafts such as textiles, wood and rattan items, and jewelry. Demonstrations of hand and loom weaving and silk spinning are also part of the festival.

Boun Prabang 2009

Darly — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:32:39 +0000

The celebration of Prabang Festival in France. Boun Prabang part one Boun Prabang part two

Taste of Laos day 28

Darly — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:44:15 +0000

Taste of Lao food day 28 with highlight of Green Papaya Salad from Gok Pho Market, Fried Fish, and Fried Banana for dessert.

Chom Phet Temple

Darly — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:17:01 +0000

Some photos and clips from Wat Chom Phet, taken on October 19, 2008 after a visit to Ban Nong Hoy. The temple is expanding thanks largely to money pouring in from former villagers that are living in the US. This village is cited by many people in the area as a model town because of [...]