Thai rescuers find five alive in flooded Laos cave, with two still missing
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026
Thai rescuers have found five of seven villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos, with efforts now focused on extraction and locating the two others.
Thai rescuers liken Laos cave mission to Tham Luang challenge
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026
Thai rescue teams have joined efforts to save seven villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos, where narrow tunnels and rising water are hampering access.
Laos hands over 106 Thais linked to scam-gang crackdown
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026
Lao authorities have handed over 106 Thais arrested in Bolikhamxay province as part of a nationwide crackdown on call-centre scams and illegal online gambling networks.