Asbestos in Play Sand Forces School Closures Across UK
Over 70 schools closed due to asbestos-contaminated play sand. Learn about the recalled products, health risks, and official safety advice for parents.
Over 70 schools closed due to asbestos-contaminated play sand. Learn about the recalled products, health risks, and official safety advice for parents.
Chinese travel advisory for Japan triggers market slump after PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Shiseido shares fall 9% as diplomatic row escalates. Read the full analysis.
Multiple schools close as coloured play sand is recalled in New Zealand and Australia due to asbestos contamination. Parents urged to check products and follow safety guidelines.
More than 70 public schools in Canberra closed as a precaution after asbestos was found in children's play sand sold at Kmart and Target. Stay informed on the latest developments.
A major asbestos scare forces 71 public schools to close in the ACT. Meanwhile, NSW Police charge 752 in a domestic violence crackdown. Stay informed on these developing stories.
Nearly 70 schools in Australia have shut down after toxic asbestos was discovered in children's play sand. Learn about the recall and health risks.
Nearly 70 schools in Australia's capital close as asbestos is found in play sand. Kmart and Target issue recalls. Authorities say health risk is low. Stay informed.
Beijing advises citizens against visiting Japan after PM Sanae Takaichi's military response remarks on Taiwan. Diplomatic tensions escalate as ambassadors are summoned.
Tesla issues a major recall for 10,500 Powerwall 2 home battery units in the US due to overheating risks. Discover the details and what owners should do.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Automotive is cutting hundreds of jobs across its global operations as the company grapples with significant debt and operational challenges. Read the full analysis.
Sainsbury's has issued an urgent product recall for its JS Free From Breaded Mini Fillets due to milk contamination. Customers with allergies should return the product immediately for a full refund.
Multiple brands of children's coloured sand sold across Australia recalled due to potential asbestos contamination. Officeworks among retailers affected. Safety precautions advised.
Australia's high court dismisses Russia's embassy bid near Parliament House but orders compensation for cancelled lease. Read the full security implications.
The Wiggles have admitted a likely consumer law breach after selling children's headbands without safety warnings for button batteries. Learn about the recall and safety risks.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has publicly urged Phil Foden to prove his worth for an England recall after the midfielder's impressive club performances.
Supermarket giant Lidl has issued an urgent recall on its Deluxe Chargrilled Chicken Breast Slices due to potential contamination risks. Customers warned not to consume affected batches.
US health officials investigate fatal listeria outbreak connected to recalled pasta products sold at major retailers including Kroger and Trader Joe's, with multiple deaths reported across several states.
Peru has dramatically severed diplomatic relations with Mexico after former prime minister Héctor Valer claimed asylum in Mexico City, escalating a major international crisis.
British teenager Bella Culley, imprisoned in Georgia while pregnant, has been released following intense diplomatic efforts. The 19-year-old's case sparked international concern and high-level negotiations.
Chinese President Xi Jinping made a surprising quip about mobile phone surveillance during talks with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, creating an unexpected moment of tension and humour in high-level diplomacy.
Food safety officials issue emergency recall for Morrisons Chocolate & Orange Cake Bars due to potentially dangerous undeclared milk content, posing serious allergy risk.
In a landmark diplomatic move, Spain's government has formally expressed profound regret for the 'terrible injustices' committed during the conquest of Mexico, acknowledging centuries of suffering inflicted upon indigenous communities.
Justin Trudeau issues formal apology to Donald Trump after Canadian government advert featuring Ronald Reagan criticising US trade policies causes international incident.
Prime Minister Mark Carney issues formal apology to former US President Donald Trump over anti-tariff advertisement that invoked Ronald Reagan's legacy, sparking diplomatic tensions between the neighbouring nations.
Major supermarket chains pull chocolate bars from shelves after undeclared milk discovery poses serious health risk to allergy sufferers.
In a significant diplomatic development, the United Nations Security Council has approved a resolution supporting Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, marking a major shift in the decades-long territorial dispute.
The Georgian government launches a formal campaign urging international media to abandon outdated Cold War-era terminology and recognise the country's modern European identity.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces scrutiny after confirming he will retain a silver necklace gifted by Donald and Melania Trump, raising questions about government ethics and diplomatic protocol.
World leaders acknowledge differences but signal willingness for continued dialogue amid ongoing trade negotiations between economic superpowers.
Donald Trump's conspicuous absence from an official APEC leaders' dinner has sparked diplomatic tensions, with Australian PM Anthony Albanese among the snubbed world leaders in South Korea.