Laos Methanol Deaths

Three more tourists named in Laos methanol deaths

The local governor visited the hostel in which some of the victims were staying, promising justice for those responsible.

Fourth tourist dies after suspected mass poisoning in Laos

Some suspect they consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.

British lawyer among six to die in suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

As well as Simone White, two Danes, an American and two Australians have died after incident in town popular with backpackers. A British lawyer is among six people to have died in a suspected mass ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Sixth foreign tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

Holly Bowles died in hospital more than a week after first falling ill in a Laos tourist town.

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6 tourists died in Laos after apparently drinking methanol. Why was it in drinks?

Two Australian teenagers and a British woman have died from suspected methanol poisoning after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

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Government of Laos 'saddened' by deaths of foreign tourists

The Lao government is “profoundly saddened” by the deaths of foreign tourists from drinking alcohol contaminated with methanol and pledged to prosecute those responsible.

Melbourne teen Bianca Jones dies in hospital after suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

US State Department also confirms American’s death in Vang Vieng, where Jones and friend Holly Bowles fell critically ill. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

6 tourists died in Laos after apparently drinking methanol. What is it and why was it in drinks?

Two Australian teenagers and a British woman have died from suspected methanol poisoning after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

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Six people are dead after a suspected mass methanol poisoning at a backpacker party town. What went wrong in Laos?

As authorities detain a hostel owner in Vang Vieng, expert says the recent deaths are just the ‘tip of the iceberg’. Vang Vieng is an unlikely party hub.. Surrounded by striking limestone mountains ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Fake-alcohol deaths highlight SE Asia's methanol problem

The deaths of five tourists after apparently drinking tainted drinks highlight the wider issue of bootleg alcohol.

Free shots and beer buckets in party town at centre of suspected methanol deaths

Six foreign tourists have died after apparently drinking contaminated alcohol in a remote Laos party town.

Deaths of at Least 5 Tourists in Laos Raise Alarm About Tainted Drinks

Travelers from the United States, Britain, Australia and Denmark have died in the Southeast Asian nation in recent days. Officials warned of poisoning caused by alcoholic drinks containing methanol.

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Parents 'devastated' over British woman's death in suspected Laos poisoning

Simone White died in Laos after drinking alcohol suspected to have been laced with methanol.

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Laos government ‘profoundly saddened’ by deaths of tourists in Vang Vieng

Six foreign visitors died earlier this month after suspected methanol poisoning during night out in backpacker hotspot. What went wrong in Laos? The Lao government has said it is “profoundly ...

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American and Australian tourists die in Laos alcohol poisoning incident, raising death toll to 4

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

What is methanol and how does it affect the body?

Travellers are being warned of the dangers after six tourists in Laos died from methanol poisoning.

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The Papers: Netanyahu faces arrest and 'lawyer dies from methanol in drink'

Friday's papers are led by the arrest warrant issued by the ICC and the death of a British lawyer in Laos.

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Southeast Asian defense chiefs meet in Laos as maritime disputes with China are flaring

Southeast Asian defense chiefs and representatives are meeting in Laos for security talks at a time of increasing maritime disputes with China in the Asia-Pacific and as the transition to a new ...

World - ABC News - 4 days ago

American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos

The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.

Briton Simone White dies after suspected mass poisoning in Laos

The 28-year-old lawyer becomes the fifth person to die from suspected methanol poisoning.

At least 6 tourists dead after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

At least six people have died after officials say they drank tainted alcohol in the southeast Asian nation of Laos. Authorities say the victims include one American, two Danish tourists, a British ...

Tributes paid to ‘kind and loving’ British tourist who died in Laos

Simone White was one of six people to die in suspected methanol poisoning incident in Vang Vieng. Tributes have been paid to the “beautiful, kind and loving” British tourist Simone White, one of ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

'Don't drink the spirits': Laos backpackers avoid shots after suspected poisonings

The deaths of six tourists sent shock waves through the backpacker scene in Vang Vieng.

Australian tourists hospitalized after apparent severe alcohol poisoning in Laos party town

Two Australian tourists are being treated in Thailand for suspected severe alcohol poisoning after apparently consuming tainted drinks in neighboring Laos

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Australian tourist dies after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos, raising toll to 4 including American

An Australian teenager has died after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos in what Australia’s prime minister on Thursday called every parent’s nightmare

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More tourists die after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos as several people held

The death toll has inched up after tourists drank tainted alcohol in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos. Authorities say several people are in custody.

Second Australian teen dies in tainted alcohol case in Laos that has killed 6 tourists

A second Australian teenager who fell critically ill after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos has died, according to a family statement sent to Australian media

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Australian media: Second Australian teenager dies after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

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Second Australian teen dies in tainted alcohol case in Laos that has killed 6 tourists

A second Australian teenager who fell critically ill after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos has died, according to a family statement sent to Australian media

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Latest in Laos Methanol Deaths

Three more tourists named in Laos methanol deaths

Fourth tourist dies after suspected mass poisoning in Laos

British lawyer among six to die in suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

Sixth foreign tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

6 tourists died in Laos after apparently drinking methanol. Why was it in drinks?

Government of Laos 'saddened' by deaths of foreign tourists

Melbourne teen Bianca Jones dies in hospital after suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

6 tourists died in Laos after apparently drinking methanol. What is it and why was it in drinks?

Six people are dead after a suspected mass methanol poisoning at a backpacker party town. What went wrong in Laos?

Fake-alcohol deaths highlight SE Asia's methanol problem

Free shots and beer buckets in party town at centre of suspected methanol deaths

Deaths of at Least 5 Tourists in Laos Raise Alarm About Tainted Drinks

Parents 'devastated' over British woman's death in suspected Laos poisoning

Laos government ‘profoundly saddened’ by deaths of tourists in Vang Vieng

American and Australian tourists die in Laos alcohol poisoning incident, raising death toll to 4

What is methanol and how does it affect the body?

The Papers: Netanyahu faces arrest and 'lawyer dies from methanol in drink'

Southeast Asian defense chiefs meet in Laos as maritime disputes with China are flaring

American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos

Briton Simone White dies after suspected mass poisoning in Laos

At least 6 tourists dead after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

Tributes paid to ‘kind and loving’ British tourist who died in Laos

'Don't drink the spirits': Laos backpackers avoid shots after suspected poisonings

Australian tourists hospitalized after apparent severe alcohol poisoning in Laos party town

Australian tourist dies after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos, raising toll to 4 including American

More tourists die after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos as several people held

Second Australian teen dies in tainted alcohol case in Laos that has killed 6 tourists

Australian media: Second Australian teenager dies after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

Second Australian teen dies in tainted alcohol case in Laos that has killed 6 tourists

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