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Pōhutukawa Tree Poisoned Twice in Tauranga
Worldnz-herald1h ago

Pōhutukawa Tree Poisoned Twice in Tauranga

A Pōhutukawa tree located along the Tauranga waterfront has been poisoned for the second time in less than a year, prompting the council to spend nearly $1000 on remedial measures.

Global Disasters: Earthquakes, Floods, and Elephant Poisoning Cause Rising Death Tolls
Worldla-vanguardiaDaily Nationstar-malaysia+2tempo-englishnation-thailand1d ago5 sources

Global Disasters: Earthquakes, Floods, and Elephant Poisoning Cause Rising Death Tolls

Recent natural disasters and incidents have led to increasing fatalities across different regions. Earthquakes in Colombia and NTT, floods in Nan, and elephant poisoning in Amboseli have all seen their respective death tolls rise, with hundreds reported dead or missing in some events.

Mushroom Killer Appeal Court Hearing
WorldYahoo2d ago

Mushroom Killer Appeal Court Hearing

An appeal court has been told that a woman convicted in a mushroom poisoning case, dubbed the 'mushroom killer,' must remain in jail indefinitely for her 'truly dreadful' crime.

Infection Outbreak in Šibenik Hospitalizes Three, Dozens Affected
Healthjutarnji-list3d ago

Infection Outbreak in Šibenik Hospitalizes Three, Dozens Affected

An infection has spread through Šibenik, Croatia, affecting approximately 30 individuals with severe intestinal symptoms, three of whom have been hospitalized. The cause of the poisoning has been identified, according to the Šibenik-Knin County Institute of Public Health.

Erin Patterson Appeals Mushroom Murder Conviction, Citing Jury Hotel Mix-Up
WorldBBCNYTThe Guardian+10ruvDWle-figaroThe Independentindex-hrnational-postirish-independentchannel-news-asia+2 more4d ago13 sources

Erin Patterson Appeals Mushroom Murder Conviction, Citing Jury Hotel Mix-Up

Australian woman Erin Patterson has begun her appeal against her conviction for the murder of three people with poisonous mushrooms. Her lawyers argue that a 'catastrophic' hotel mix-up during the trial undermined the jury process and led to a mistrial.

Australian Mushroom Murderer to Appeal Conviction
WorldBarron'sThe Independentrte-news+2sbs-newsthe-journal6d ago5 sources

Australian Mushroom Murderer to Appeal Conviction

Erin Patterson, the Australian woman convicted of murdering family members with poisonous mushrooms, is set to lodge an appeal against her convictions. She will return to court to challenge the verdict in the high-profile case.

Yushchenko's Poisoning: Suspect Fled to Russia
Politicsirozhlas10d ago

Yushchenko's Poisoning: Suspect Fled to Russia

Former Ukrainian presidential candidate Viktor Yushchenko's face was disfigured by poisoning after a late dinner at a dacha near Kyiv with secret service members. Suspicion fell on a secret service agent who subsequently fled to Russia.

Denmark Considers New Free Vaccine Against Pneumococcus
Politicsberlingske12d ago

Denmark Considers New Free Vaccine Against Pneumococcus

Politicians, doctors, and patients in Denmark are advocating for the introduction of a new free vaccine to protect adults against pneumococcus, a bacterium responsible for thousands of hospitalizations due to pneumonia, meningitis, and blood poisoning.

Michigan Democrats Unite After Contentious Primary
PoliticsNYT15d ago

Michigan Democrats Unite After Contentious Primary

Michigan Democrats are working to unify behind Dr. Abdul El-Sayed following a Senate primary described as 'spirited' by Pete Buttigieg. Despite efforts at a unity rally, underlying tensions from the contentious primary race reportedly persist within the party.

Do Waste Products and Slags Really Poison Our Gut?
Healthder-spiegel17d ago

Do Waste Products and Slags Really Poison Our Gut?

A doctor discusses common beliefs and trends surrounding gut health, examining whether waste products truly poison the intestines and evaluating the effectiveness of current practices like microbiome tests and colon cleansing.

Peruvian Cardinal Hails $150M Lead Poisoning Settlement
WorldThe Guardian18d ago

Peruvian Cardinal Hails $150M Lead Poisoning Settlement

A Peruvian cardinal has celebrated a $150 million lead poisoning settlement for 1,300 people as a 'historic milestone'. The cardinal had campaigned for nearly 20 years against a US mining company's operations in the Andes, facing death threats and harassment.

WorldDaily Nation23d ago

Fifteen Amboseli Elephants Die from Cyanide Poisoning

Fifteen elephants in Amboseli have died from cyanide poisoning, prompting investigations and statements from tourism officials. The incident has raised concerns about wildlife protection and the methods used by poachers.

Cyanide Poisoning Suspected in Deaths of 15 Elephants in Kenya
WorldBBCThe Guardianyle-uutiset+9DWle-figarotvn24de-volkskrantn1-serbiaobservador24urla-vanguardia+1 more24d ago12 sources

Cyanide Poisoning Suspected in Deaths of 15 Elephants in Kenya

Fifteen elephants have died in Kenya, with investigations strongly suggesting cyanide poisoning from pesticide-sprayed tomatoes as the cause. This incident marks one of the largest elephant mortality events in the region in decades.

Peristeri Restaurant Denies Salmonella Link to Food Poisoning Cases
Healthiefimerida25d ago

Peristeri Restaurant Denies Salmonella Link to Food Poisoning Cases

A restaurant in Peristeri, Greece, has responded to allegations connecting its establishment to nine cases of food poisoning, stating that there is no indication of salmonella. The restaurant affirmed its full cooperation with authorities and awaits definitive laboratory results.

Tate Brothers to Remain in US Jail for Two More Weeks Amid Extradition Fight
PoliticsbloombergFTThe Guardian+23SCMPirozhlasrzeczpospolitatelextvn24vgdelfi-ltdigi24+15 more26d ago26 sources

Tate Brothers to Remain in US Jail for Two More Weeks Amid Extradition Fight

Andrew and Tristan Tate will remain in a US jail for at least two more weeks as they continue to fight extradition to the UK on sex offense charges. Their lawyer claims they face threats to their lives in the Miami jail and are being subjected to harsh conditions.

Trump to Meet Zelenskyy and Netanyahu in Washington
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+69FTThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox Newsnzzyle-uutiset+61 more1mo ago72 sources

Trump to Meet Zelenskyy and Netanyahu in Washington

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington next week. The meetings will take place at the White House.

British Airways Investigates Pilots' Mid-Air Food Poisoning
WorldTimes of Indiandtv1mo ago2 sources

British Airways Investigates Pilots' Mid-Air Food Poisoning

British Airways has launched an investigation after three pilots fell ill with suspected food poisoning mid-air following a stopover in Hyderabad. The health scare occurred at 30,000 feet, prompting concerns about inflight catering.

US-Canada Trade Talks Collapse, Leading to New Tariffs
PoliticsAPReutersBBC+118bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPR+110 more1d ago121 sources

US-Canada Trade Talks Collapse, Leading to New Tariffs

Trade negotiations between the United States and Canada have failed, resulting in the implementation of new 50% tariffs by the US on certain Canadian imports. Canada has vowed to retaliate with its own tariffs, escalating the trade dispute.

Trees in Budapest poisoned with diesel
Environmenttelex2d ago

Trees in Budapest poisoned with diesel

Following incidents near Lake Balaton, trees in public areas of Budapest are being poisoned with diesel, even as city park maintenance efforts focus on saving green spaces from drought.

Greek Authorities Intensify Checks on Underage Alcohol Consumption
Politicsiefimerida12d ago

Greek Authorities Intensify Checks on Underage Alcohol Consumption

Greek authorities are increasing inspections in bars, entertainment venues, and festivals across Evia, Crete, and Laconia, following multiple incidents of minors with alcohol poisoning and arrests of parents and organizers, highlighting the serious issue of underage access to alcohol.

Common Causes of Pet Poisoning in Summer
Healthdelfi-lt13d ago

Common Causes of Pet Poisoning in Summer

An article highlights the six most common causes of pet poisoning during the summer, advising pet owners on how to protect their curious animals from dangerous substances like fertilizers, repellents, and toxic plants.

EnvironmentNYT17d ago

Trees Poisoned Near Lake Tahoe

An unidentified, strong-smelling substance has been used to poison and kill 27 trees near Lake Tahoe over several years, with 16 attacks occurring this year.

DC's 'Booster Gold' TV Series Not Moving Forward
Culturevarietyhollywood-reporterdeadline+2ignscreen-rant22d ago5 sources

DC's 'Booster Gold' TV Series Not Moving Forward

The planned 'Booster Gold' TV series for DC and HBO will not be moving forward, according to writer David Jenkins. This news comes as DC also unveils new character designs for Batman villains.

Investigation Launched into Mysterious Elephant Deaths in Kenya
WorldBBCThe Guardiandr-dk+19helsingin-sanomatnosruvberlingskele-figaroSCMPtelexvg+11 more25d ago22 sources

Investigation Launched into Mysterious Elephant Deaths in Kenya

Kenyan authorities have launched an urgent investigation into the mysterious deaths of 14 to 15 elephants found in a national park, with poisoning being a possible cause. The unexplained fatalities have prompted concern and a thorough inquiry into the circumstances.

History of Poison in Russian Politics
Worldel-mundo26d ago

History of Poison in Russian Politics

A novelist explores the long history of political assassinations and the use of poison in Russia, from the Soviet era to the present day under Putin, as detailed in his book.

Remembering Cameroon's 1986 Lake Nyos Disaster
Healthrfi-english2d ago

Remembering Cameroon's 1986 Lake Nyos Disaster

On August 21, 1986, 1,746 people died from carbon dioxide poisoning after gas escaped overnight from the bottom of Lake Nyos in Cameroon, in what is known as the world's deadliest limnic eruption.

Healthnational-post9d ago

Kitchen Habits to Prevent Food Poisoning in Canada

With one in eight Canadians experiencing food poisoning annually, simple kitchen habits are crucial for prevention, especially for older adults who are at higher risk due to less effective immune systems.

Lindsey Graham's Sister Advances in South Carolina Senate Race
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+57le-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dkFox Newsyle-uutiset+49 more11d ago60 sources

Lindsey Graham's Sister Advances in South Carolina Senate Race

Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham, has advanced to a runoff election for a US Senate seat in South Carolina. This development comes amidst other news including rising oil prices due to doubts over a US-Iran deal and a Trump administration decision to end Medicaid funding for children's transgender care.

SDSM files criminal charges over Gostivar poisoning incident
Politicsmkd-mk13d ago

SDSM files criminal charges over Gostivar poisoning incident

North Macedonia's SDSM party has filed criminal charges against Klekovski, Andonovska, Lazov, and Ameti in connection with the poisoning incident in Gostivar. The party criticizes the Public Prosecutor's Office for its inaction and vows not to let the matter be covered up.

Identifying Common Poisonous Plants in Sweden
Healthaftonbladetsvenska-dagbladet15d ago2 sources

Identifying Common Poisonous Plants in Sweden

Swedish media outlets are warning the public about several common poisonous plants found in the country. The articles highlight specific plants to be aware of and advise caution to prevent accidental exposure.

Luís Neves Case and the Decline of the Regime
Politicsobservador18d ago

Luís Neves Case and the Decline of the Regime

The articles discuss the Luís Neves case, analyzing its implications and the broader impact it had on the political regime, suggesting a period of decline. They delve into the concept of 'poisoned fruit' in relation to the case's legal and political ramifications.

Poland Issues Heatwave and Carbon Monoxide Warnings
Worldtvn2422d ago

Poland Issues Heatwave and Carbon Monoxide Warnings

Poland's RCB alert system has issued warnings across nearly the entire country due to ongoing heatwaves. The alerts also highlight an increased risk of carbon monoxide poisoning during these high temperatures.

Warning Issued on Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Risks
Healthsvenska-dagbladet1mo ago

Warning Issued on Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Risks

An expert from Sweden's Poison Information Centre has issued a warning about the life-threatening risks of carbon monoxide poisoning from sources like wood stoves, boat cooktops, and tent grills.