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Thai police free three Indian tourists held for ransom in Pattaya by transnational gang

Thai authorities rescued three Indian tourists from a Pattaya townhouse after they were abducted and held for ransom by a transnational gang. Police are pursuing five suspects as the investigation expands.

By Aisyah Razak · 28 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Laos Charges Distillery Owner in Tourist Methanol Deaths, Drawing Outcry Over Minimal Penalties

Laos has charged a distillery owner with minor offences in connection with the deaths of six foreign tourists, including two Danish women and two Australian teenagers, who consumed methanol-laced alcohol in November 2024. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from affected families and governments.

By Aisyah Razak · 18 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Thai police free three Indian tourists held for ransom in Pattaya by transnational gang

Laos Charges Distillery Owner in Tourist Methanol Deaths, Drawing Outcry Over Minimal Penalties

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