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READ MORE:  Thousands of cans of Dr Pepper recalled over risk An urgent recall for several popular Jolly Rancher sweet products has been issued over fears they contain a banned ingredients linked to cancer . Those who've already eaten them should not panic, watchdog the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned, as the risk is low, but urged customers to disposed of them. These include Hard Candy, 'Misfits' Gummies, Hard Candy Fruity 2 in 1, and Berry Gummies, all made by Hershey. The sweets were found to contain the harmful chemicals Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons (MOAH) and Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbon (MOSH). These chemicals, derived from crude oil, have been linked to serious illnesses including cancer, particularly in the liver and lymph nodes. This makes the sweets unsafe to eat, particularly over long periods of time, and not compliant with UK law. American multi-national firm Hershey told UK regulators it has alr...

The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako has directed a full investigation into the alleged neglect of accident victims at the emergency unit of the Federal Medical Center (FMC) Jabi, Abuja. In a video that trended on social media at the weekend, someone was heard lamenting that he rushed some accidents victims he saw at the road to the facility but that the staff were slow in attending to them. The video showed arguments between the good Samaritan and some staff of the hospital one of whom talked about the unavailability of gloves. One of the victims was seen in a car while the others were finally assisted into the emergency unit. In a statement Sunday, Obadiah N.K. Gana, Public Relations Officer of FMC Abuja said ,'We have been made aware of an online video that negatively depicts our hospital. In response, we have initiated a thorough investigation to uncover the facts surrounding this incident.' He said the h...

Following a spate of accidents, the government will require all heavy vehicles to be fitted with 'Speed Limitation Devices' that would cap speeds to 90km/h Malaysia will require owners of lorries and buses to install a device that prevents vehicles from going faster than 90km/h, after a spate of fatal road accidents, including a bus crash on Monday that killed 15 university students . Malaysia's roads are among some of the world's most dangerous, with one person dying every two hours according to government statistics between March 2024 and March 2025. Lorries and buses routinely flout the speed limit of 90km/h, and high-speed collisions are common on the country's highways. Do you have questions about the biggest topics and trends from around the world? Get the answers with SCMP Knowledge , our new platform of curated content with explainers, FAQs, analyses and infographics brought to you by our award-winning team. On Friday, Trans...

The Director General of the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Captain Alex Badeh Jr, has paid a significant visit to Sky Airlines’ headquarters in Lomé, Togo, marking a crucial step in fostering regional cooperation and mutual alignment on aviation safety, investigative transparency, and technical training. This high-level engagement underscores the importance of collaboration in ensuring the skies remain safe for all in West Africa. During the meeting, Captain Badeh Jr and Sky Airlines’ Chief Executive Officer, Mr Esayas Woldemariam Hailu, discussed harmonising safety practices, establishing a framework for operational support, and collaborating on safety investigation procedures in line with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards. The NSIB DG emphasised the regional responsibility of his agency and the need to engage with airline stakeholders to proactively enhance safety outcomes. “We are moving away from a system where aviation rules are...

The processions for the 2025 hajj ended on Sunday with pilgrims leaving the sprawling tent of Muna for their hotels. The symbolic stoning of shaitan at the Jamarat on the third day of Eid signals the end of the process, except for those who delay their Tawaf, circumambulation of the Kaaba. The spiritual exercise, one of the five pillars of Islam, but among the two not made compulsory for the poor, coveted by all Muslims to perform even once in their lifetime, presents the opportunity to visit the country where Islam was birthed. But not all Muslims who leave their countries to perform the journey live to tell the tale of their experience. For the Nigerian continent, seven pilgrims were reported to have died during the exercise following health complications. Even though the temperature of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was high during the exercise, most deaths of Nigerians recorded were of the aged. The first death that was announced was that of a ...

Inspector General Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar chaired an important meeting regarding Muharram foolproof security arrangements and other professional matters at the Central Police Office. Senior officers including Additional IGs and DIGs were present in the meeting, while Additional IG South Punjab, CCPO Lahore, RPOs, CPOs and DPOs participated in the meeting through video link. IG Punjab commended the force for the excellent security arrangements on Eid-ul-Adha and directed to ensure foolproof security arrangements during Muharram. IG Punjab directed the officers to work and ensure smooth consultation with district administration, peace committees, community leaders and stakeholders to make Muharram peaceful. He directed to resolve all trouble points and disputes regarding Muharram-ul-Haram in advance through mutual understanding. IG Punjab appreciated the action of district officers and CCD for the clear reduction in crime rate in various districts including Lahore. He congratu...

In an effort to avoid environmental hazards related to chemical incidents and explosion in the country, Chemists and chemical handlers in Nigeria have been urged ensure careful handling and storage of chemical substances. The call was made at the 20th Mandatory Continuing Professional Development Workshop and Induction, organized by the Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria (ICCON) at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Jos, Plateau State. Registrar/CEO of ICCON, Chemist Wilford Jwalshik, expressed concern that often times; people confuse flammable and inflammable substances, which have led to chemical incidents. He disclosed that the workshop was organized to address such issues as participants had the opportunity to learn and understand the processes of chemical storage, transportation and safely. With the theme: 'Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals: Environmental Protection P...

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - A child was taken to the hospital after being hit by a vehicle Thursday afternoon, the Mount Horeb Police Department reported. According to a Facebook post by the city’s police department, officers responded around 4:45 p.m. to the 300 block of East Main Street on reports of a crash involving a car and a pedestrian. The child was taken to the hospital for treatment and is expected to be OK. Based on the initial investigation, officials said the pedestrian attempted to cross the street outside of the crosswalk and was hit by the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle did stay on scene, officials noted. Click here to download the WMTV15 News app or our WMTV15 First Alert weather app.

Ford is recalling 492,145 Explorers because of an issue that may cause the B-pillar trim to fly off while driving. The recall applies to certain Explorers from the 2016 to 2017 model years. According to recall documents from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Ford is still working on a remedy for the recall. Ford issued a recall for 492,145 vehicles with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) because of an issue that may cause the B-pillar trim to fly off while driving. According to NHTSA documents, the recall covers certain Explorers from the 2016 to 2017 model years. Recall documents show that Ford's team reviewed plant records to determine the production timeline. The affected models entered production in June 2015, with improvements made to the production line in April 2017. According to the NHTSA documents, the issue may stem from a foam ring added to the back of the B-pillar ...

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo Police and the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDOT) are offering safety tips for drivers and pedestrians following the death of a man who was struck by a car while crossing the street. The male victim was reportedly struck by a car in South Laredo around 3 a.m. on Thursday, June 5. A woman, who preferred to remain anonymous, was on her way to work and reported seeing several police cars in the northbound lane of the highway, still investigating the cause of the accident hours later. She stated, “Later on through the day, I found out that there was a tragic death.” According to the Laredo Police Department, an 18-year-old driving a black Kia Optima allegedly struck a man attempting to cross the street. “In this particular case, the victim was taken to the hospital, where he unfortunately and tragically died after he arrived at the hospital as a result of his injuries,” said Joe Baeza with Laredo Police. Baeza noted that the tee...

Colorado police have determined how a crash unfolded Wednesday that shut down I-70 for several hours and left multiple people injured. According to CSP, a Freightliner semi-truck with a trailer, driven by Leon Gamble of Texas, lost its brakes near the Eisenhower Tunnel while driving west along the interstate. The front of the truck crashed into the back of another Freightliner truck, and both vehicles veered off the left side of the road. Authorities said the second truck rolled over and came to rest in the median on its passenger side. The trailer of the first truck struck a Toyota Rav4 heading east, and then reportedly came to a stop against a Toyota Tacoma. Five people were taken to the hospital for treatment. Four of those suffered minor injuries, but the driver of the second Freightliner suffered life-threatening injuries. CSP said the driver of the Tacoma was not injured Law enforcement issued Gamble a citation for careless driving causing bodily inju...

The Brief An explosives threat shut down the southbound lanes of Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa Thursday evening, according to officers. TPD said they responded to Dale Mabry Highway after receiving reports of an unconscious driver behind the wheel who was blocking traffic. The driver told police there was an explosive device in the vehicle. TAMPA, Fla. - An explosives threat shut down the southbound lanes of Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa Thursday evening, according to officers. What we know The Tampa Police Department said they responded to Dale Mabry Highway at Columbus Drive just after 6:30 a.m. after receiving reports of an unconscious driver behind the wheel who was blocking traffic. Follow FOX 13 on YouTube Officers tried to speak with the driver once they arrived at the scene. But, police said the driver didn't cooperate with any commands they gave. While officers continued ...

Part of Dale Mabry Hwy in Tampa was shut down Thursday evening after police say a driver claimed to have "an explosive device" in the car. Just after 6:30 p.m., officers with the Tampa Police Department responded to reports of an unconscious driver behind the wheel that was blocking traffic on the southbound lanes of Dale Mabry Hwy and Columbus Drive. After arriving, TPD said the driver did not comply with officers' commands and claimed there was explosive device in the car. In an abundance of caution, police say they shut down southbound traffic on the highway between Columbus Drive and Tampa Bay Boulevard. As of 8:00 p.m., traffic remains shut down, but authorities say it is expected to be open soon. No officers were injured. Police say the suspect was taken into custody. An investigation is ongoing.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s road construction season in KELOLAND. Craig Manning saw lots of orange cones as he traveled from northwest Iowa to the Sioux Falls area Thursday. “It was a lot more construction than I’ve seen for a while,” Craig Manning said. As you hit the road, be aware of the work zones you may encounter on your travels. One way to stay safe is watching your speed. “Most of our construction zones are going to have reduced speed limits, so be aware and slow down as you’re going through those construction zones,” SDDOT Director of Operations Craig Smith said. “People are traveling very fast through construction zones, so there are troopers out there enforcing and being proactive, tryign to reduce the speeds for the people traveling through the construction zones so the people working can be safe,” SD Highway Patrol Sgt. Angel Duran said. Another safety reminder: avoid distractions such as cell phones. “There is workers out there, there’s peop...

UPDATE Greece, N.Y. — Police say Jimmie Wraggs has been found safe. __________ Police are asking for help locating a missing man. Jimmie Wraggs, 79, of Greece, was last seen around 8 a.m. Monday. Police said he was recently diagnosed with dementia, so he may be confused or disoriented. Wraggs is described as 6-foot-1 and 176 pounds with short hair and a beard. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants and a baseball hat, and likely is using a walker, according to police. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call 911 or Greece police at (585) 865-9200. ______

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Non-stop violence in one off-campus housing area—that’s what University of South Carolina students say is causing them to raise safety concerns. This comes after a Saturday shooting killed one person at an apartment complex. Students tell WIS it’s becoming a norm—Blue and red lights flashing throughout their neighborhood at Redpoint Columbia Apartments located on Southern Drive between Bluff and Shop Roads. “You have students that don’t feel safe,” said resident Khalil Polly. Polly said he was home when shots rang out Saturday morning at Redpoint, two buildings down from him. The person who was killed in the shooting has not been identified yet, and Richland County Sheriff’s investigators are still searching for a suspect. The recent shooting is just one out of several other violent incidents students say they’ve continued to endure. “Things are just happening every week, and no one is really doing anything about it, so this keeps reoccurring,” ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Non-stop violence in one off-campus housing area—that’s what University of South Carolina students say is causing them to raise safety concerns. This comes after a Saturday shooting killed one person at an apartment complex. Students tell WIS it’s becoming a norm—Blue and red lights flashing throughout their neighborhood at Redpoint Columbia Apartments located on Southern Drive between Bluff and Shop Roads. “You have students that don’t feel safe,” said resident Khalil Polly. Polly said he was home when shots rang out Saturday morning at Redpoint, two buildings down from him. The person who was killed in the shooting has not been identified yet, and Richland County Sheriff’s investigators are still searching for a suspect. The recent shooting is just one out of several other violent incidents students say they’ve continued to endure. “Things are just happening every week, and no one is really doing anything about it, so this keeps reoccurring,” ...