In late November 2025, a tragic incident occurred at Universal Orlando. A 70-year-old woman passed away after experiencing the Revenge of the Mummy ride. This news came from a state report that tracks injuries at theme parks. The ride is known for its thrilling, high-speed twists and turns. It's no
A big food company is taking back a lot of frozen tater tots. Why? Because some bags might have tiny, hard plastic bits in them. This isn't good news for anyone who loves this crispy snack. The company, McCain Foods, started this recall on December 3, 2025. They did it on their own, without being f
Food allergies are no joke. They can make simple tasks, like eating out or traveling, incredibly stressful. A new gadget called Allergen Alert might change that. It's a small, portable device that can tell you if your food contains gluten or dairy in just a few minutes. The device is still in devel
A cheese company has issued a voluntary recall on various shredded cheese products due to potential metal contamination. The recall was first initiated on October 3, 2023, and the FDA has since assigned it a Class II designation, indicating that consuming the affected products could cause temporary
Cheese lovers, listen up! There are two major cheese recalls happening right now, and they're not small deals. One is about shredded cheese with possible metal bits, and the other is about grated Pecorino Romano with listeria concerns. Both are serious, so pay attention. First, let's talk about the
San Diego's Tijuana River Valley Community Garden is getting a new caretaker. Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center, a nonprofit from National City, is stepping in to manage the garden. This change comes after the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County decided to leave due to hea
Gout is a painful condition caused by too much uric acid in the body. Doctors often prescribe allopurinol to manage it, but this medicine can lead to severe skin reactions in some people. For a long time, a gene test called HLA-B*58:01 was used to identify those at risk. However, this test wasn't ve
A big recall is happening right now. Almost 5 million pounds of frozen chicken products are being pulled from the market. Why? Because they might have tiny pieces of metal in them. This news comes from the U. S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. Hormel Foods Corp. , ba
A company from South Dakota is pulling back a huge amount of Korean barbecue pork jerky from stores like Costco and Sam’s Club. Why? Because there might be bits of metal in it. The U. S. Agriculture Department shared this news, saying the issue came up after customers found metal pieces in their jer
Ivermectin, a drug used to fight parasites, has gained attention for its potential in treating various ailments, including skin conditions and even cancer. It's affordable and widely available, but there's a catch: most of it comes from China. This raises concerns about safety and quality. The FDA
