The Laos government has expressed its deep sorrow over the deaths of six individuals, including a British lawyer , due to suspected methanol poisoning. Simone White, 28, hailing from Orpington, Kent, was among several people rushed to hospital following the incident in the popular backpacker destination of Vang Vieng last week. The manager and owner of a local hostel have been taken into custody by Laos police in relation to the death of Ms White and five others, who are also thought to have