At least 15 elephants in Kenya's Amboseli National Park have died from suspected poisoning over four weeks, with 10 showing paralysis before dying within 1-2 days; cause and human involvement unclear.
Donald Trump accused Canada of "poisoning" US air with wildfire smoke, threatening sanctions and tariffs, prompting incredulity from scientists. Experts assert the fires are a symptom of the climate crisis, exacerbated by policies Trump supported, not a lack of Canadian management.
A Boston woman suspects toxic blue-green algae in the Charles River caused her 16-year-old dog's death after a swim at Millennium Park. Officials issued a precautionary advisory for the river stretch and will test water samples.
The brother of British tourist Simone White, who died from methanol poisoning in Laos, expressed frustration over authorities' failure to charge anyone. White was one of six people who died after drinking free shots at Nana Backpacker Hostel in Vang Vieng in November 2024.
At least 60 guests at an unnamed hotel in Benahavís, Spain, were hospitalized after swimming in a pool where chlorine and pH systems failed, releasing other gases. Children and elderly were among those affected, leading to plans for formal complaints.
The Australian government has raised its travel alert for Laos to "exercise a high degree of caution" following the methanol poisoning deaths of six foreign nationals, including two Australian backpackers, in Vang Vieng in November 2024. A distillery owner has been charged, but victims' families and Australian/Danish officials express deep disappointment over the perceived leniency of the charges.
Six tourists from the UK, Australia, Denmark, and the US died in Laos in November 2024 from methanol-tainted alcohol. Laos authorities cannot determine blame or cause due to a lack of autopsies, frustrating the Australian government. The distillery owner faces charges for illegal business, not the deaths.
A 56-year-old woman experienced severe neurological, cardiac, and cognitive symptoms due to cobalt poisoning from a hip implant revision. Residual ceramic particles from a previous implant likely caused accelerated wear on the new cobalt-chromium alloy, releasing toxic levels of cobalt.
An investigation by Which? found Tripadvisor's AI summaries downplayed serious guest complaints, including mass food poisoning and sexual harassment, by describing hotels as "spotless" and service as "friendly".
A three-month-old infant in China was admitted to the ICU after his parents prepared his baby formula with boiled vegetable juice, believing it to be more nutritious. The baby suffered nitrite poisoning, turning purple and experiencing shortness of breath. He was treated and discharged.
A man in his 30s in Sendai, Japan, experienced severe stomach pain and diarrhea after eating expired bread provided by the city's welfare office. He regrets his decision but questions the city's response, as Sendai has not admitted fault.
Purwadi Wahyudi, 40, arrested in Indonesia for allegedly murdering his mother-in-law, Aminah, 57, by sending her satay laced with rat poison after feeling disrespected. Forensic tests confirmed poisoning in her organs.
Emma Barnett, 36, has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum 22-year term for murdering her 14-month-old son Oakley by poisoning him with promethazine and mirtazapine in his milk, to prevent him from being taken into care.
Indonesian President Prabowo acknowledged violations within a billion-dollar school nutrition program aimed at eradicating malnutrition. He stated he was forced to replace trusted individuals and warned the initiative should not be used for self-enrichment, amid public sarcasm on social media.
A man in Taichung was sentenced to 8 months in prison for abandoning his unconscious, intoxicated girlfriend. He feared his fugitive status would be exposed if he called for help, leading to her death from acute alcohol poisoning.
Delegates at a conference noted "momentum is building" in the global fight against lead poisoning, citing new initiatives from Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Asian Development Bank, and a surge in research. Despite the problem's vast scale, with millions affected and significant economic costs, progress is being made.
Indonesian authorities arrested Dadan Hindayana, the former head of the country's free school meals program, on Wednesday, a day after he was fired. Hindayana and two deputies are accused of crimes in the management of the program, which has been marred by mass food poisonings and corruption allegations.
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto has dismissed Dadan Hindayana, head of the National Nutrition Agency, due to mass food poisonings and corruption allegations linked to the flagship free meals program. Tens of thousands of children have fallen ill.
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto has dismissed Dadan Hindayana, head of the National Nutrition Agency, due to mass food poisonings and corruption allegations linked to the flagship free meals program. Tens of thousands of children have fallen ill, and the program faces scrutiny over its cost and budget inconsistencies.
Yanggu County will offer food poisoning prevention consulting from June 1 to August 31 for 10 food service establishments and group cafeterias. The service includes on-site inspections, hygiene diagnostics, and customized training to reduce food poisoning risks.
Former Oldham council leader Arooj Shah warns identity politics is dividing communities, citing toxic local politics, racist abuse, and election deadlock after Labour lost ground to Reform UK and pro-Gaza independents. She highlights the inseparable nature of economic justice and community cohesion.
South Korea reported nearly 1,000 food poisoning outbreaks from 2023 to 2025, averaging almost one per day. Cases include salmonella from bread in schools and campylobacter from chicken in industrial cafeterias. Authorities are enhancing hygiene guidance and introducing an AI system to speed up cause identification.
Bus drivers in Incheon's Yeongjongdo area are experiencing suspected food poisoning symptoms after eating at a company cafeteria. Over 60 drivers are receiving treatment, leading to concerns about potential disruptions to bus services.
Hong Kong police are investigating the death of a two-year-old shop cat in Hung Hom after it was found with a nearly severed tail and purple lips. The cat, raised at a funeral services shop, died at a veterinary clinic on Sunday afternoon following suspected poisoning.
