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What to know about the Laos backpacker town at centre of suspected methanol poisonings

What to know about the Laos backpacker town at centre of suspected methanol poisonings

Vang Vieng, Laos is under scrutiny after 6 tourist deaths, suspected methanol poisoning. Western countries warn against unsafe alcohol. Town aims to shed party hub past.

What is methanol and why might it have been in tourists' drinks?

What is methanol and why might it have been in tourists' drinks?

Laos alcohol poisoning: 6 dead, including Australians & UK. Methanol found in drinks, US warns travelers. Methanol is toxic; avoid unregulated alcohol.

More victims of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos named

More victims of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos named

Six tourists died, likely from methanol poisoning in Laos after two Australians died in Thailand. Victims include two Danes, an American, and a British lawyer. Laotian government is investigating.

South Korean president apologises, saying he'll take responsibility for attempt at martial law

South Korean president apologises, saying he'll take responsibility for attempt at martial law

S.Korean President Yoon apologized for a failed martial law attempt before impeachment vote. He admitted causing public anxiety, but faces removal.

Today in History - December 31 | Arthur signed a 9000-year contract that changed almost every pub around the world

Today in History - December 31 | Arthur signed a 9000-year contract that changed almost every pub around the world

Guinness brewery leased in 1759. Y2K fears unfounded in 1999. Roman Emperor Commodus killed 192 AD. Soviet Union dissolved 1991. COVID-19 reported 2019.

Families mourn loved ones who died in Kumbh Mela crush

Families mourn loved ones who died in Kumbh Mela crush

A stampede at India's Kumbh Mela killed at least 30. Poor crowd control is blamed. Families mourn, search for missing. Inquiry launched. Security increased.