Cybercrime Tactics Exposed: Cambodian scam operators used a scripted “AFP officer” phone-and-video-call routine to pressure victims into “confidentiality agreements” and detailed bank disclosures, with Thai authorities tracing the scheme after a compound raid. Digital Safety for Youth: Laos launched a EU-supported campaign training young content creators to counter online scams and human trafficking, linking media skills with law-enforcement guidance. Science & Education Push: Laos PM Sonexay Siphandone officially rolled out a National Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy plus a National Teacher Policy, aiming to strengthen long-term research capacity. Laos–China Cooperation: President Thongloun Sisoulith met Xi Jinping in Beijing and signed 32 deals across trade, energy, infrastructure and human resources, while also highlighting cybercrime cooperation and the Laos–China power transmission line. Connectivity in the Capital: TPlus held a 5G roadshow in Vientiane to showcase faster mobile internet and digital services as Laos expands 5G coverage. Health Watch: Malaria is nearing elimination in parts of the Greater Mekong, but experts warn climate change could raise mosquito-borne risks. Rescue Update: Lao-Thai teams found a water outflow point in the Xaisomboun cave operation, improving drainage plans as they race to reach two missing people. Archaeology Breakthrough: New research suggests Laos’ Plain of Jars stone urns were used as multigenerational crypts, not rice-wine vats.