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One of Five Gold Miners Is Rescued From Laos Cave After More Than a Week
Key Points
One of five gold miners trapped in a cave in Laos for more than a week has been rescued. The international effort to free the men brought attention to the country's informal mines, where panning for gold can pay more than minimum wage. The rescue operation involved a team of divers and rescue workers who worked tirelessly to free the trapped miners. The incident highlights the risks and challenges faced by workers in the country's informal mining sector.
An international effort to free the trapped men brought attention to the country’s informal mines, where panning for gold can pay more than minimum wage.