Parents in the UK are advised to avoid feeding their babies a specific batch of Aptamil First Infant Formula made by Danone due to a toxin called cereulide. The affected batch has the code EXP 31-10-2026 and can cause symptoms like vomiting. The product can be returned for a refund.
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Affected infant formula is Aptamil First Infant Formula by Danone.
The specific batch code is EXP 31-10-2026.
The toxin found is called cereulide.
Cereulide can lead to nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps.
The product was sold between May and July 2025.
Customers can return the formula for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
The Food Standards Agency confirms that no other batches are affected.
Nestle also recently recalled infant formula due to the same toxin.
In Central Texas, two sisters found an abandoned Australian shepherd named Tobias. They discovered that the dog's original owner is in Poland for military duty and had given the dog to another family, who apparently left him to roam. Now, Tobias is with a rescue group and is looking for a new permanent home.
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An Australian shepherd named Tobias was found abandoned in Bell County, Texas.
Two sisters helped catch Tobias after seeing his picture on missing pet pages.
Tobias's original owner is deployed in Poland and had given him to a new family.
The family apparently abandoned Tobias, leading to his wandering.
Tobias is currently in the care of TAGG Rescue and needs a permanent home.
The story gained attention on Reddit, receiving over 1,800 upvotes.
Tobias needs a foster home for a few days starting January 29, until a permanent home is found.
A toy horse with a frown, originally made by mistake, has become a viral hit in China ahead of the Lunar New Year. The toy resonates with many young workers who see its sad expression as reflecting their work reality. The demand for this toy has increased production, including orders from other countries.
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A frowning horse plush toy went viral in China before the Lunar New Year.
The toy was made by mistake when a smile was sewn upside down.
It became popular online, prompting increased sales and production.
The toy is red with a golden collar, bell, and embroidered words "money comes quickly."
The toy's sad expression resonates with young workers who relate it to their work lives.
Other countries are also placing orders for the toy.
The toy costs 25 yuan, approximately £2.62, and is about 20cm tall.
A bomb cyclone is expected to bring unusually cold weather to Florida, with temperatures dropping significantly. Meteorologists predict freezing temperatures and potential snow in some areas as the weather system moves through the region.
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A bomb cyclone could cause temperatures to fall across Florida this weekend.
The cyclone is expected to bring Arctic air south, leading to freezing wind chills.
North Florida may experience single-digit wind chills, while South Florida could see temperatures in the 20s.
A low-pressure system might develop into a nor’easter as it moves along the Southeast coast.
A bomb cyclone occurs when a storm quickly gets stronger due to cold and warm air meeting.
Northeast Florida could face very low temperatures next week, reaching about 20 degrees.
This cold spell could result in a hard freeze for one to three nights.
Freezing temperatures could threaten citrus crops in central Florida.
The Israeli military launched a large operation in Gaza to recover the body of an Israeli policeman, Ran Gvili, using significant resources like tanks and drones. In contrast, over 10,000 Palestinians remain trapped under rubble in Gaza without similar recovery efforts. This situation has been criticized as showing an unequal focus on Israeli and Palestinian losses.
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The Israeli military used tanks, drones, and other equipment to recover the body of an Israeli policeman from Gaza.
The operation involved digging up approximately 200 graves in a Gaza cemetery, resulting in four Palestinian civilian deaths.
More than 10,000 Palestinians in Gaza are believed to be buried under rubble without recovery efforts.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the recovery of the Israeli policeman.
The operation was described as creating a "kill zone" and involved substantial force.
Families of missing Palestinians lack resources and international support to recover their loved ones.
Critics highlight the unequal treatment between the recovery of the Israeli policeman and the Palestinian victims in Gaza.
A significant winter storm is expected to hit the Eastern Seaboard of the United States this weekend. This follows Winter Storm Fern, which recently affected the South and Mid-Atlantic with heavy snow and ice. There is a high chance of snow and wind along the East Coast, especially in North Carolina and Virginia.
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Winter Storm Fern affected the U.S. South and Mid-Atlantic last week, causing at least 30 deaths and leaving many without power.
A new winter storm is predicted to hit the Eastern Seaboard this weekend.
There is a 60 to 70 percent chance of moderate impacts in North Carolina and Virginia.
The storm may bring snow and wind along the East Coast, with uncertainty about the exact path and strength.
The National Weather Service indicates that a strong low-pressure system will develop off the Southeast Coast.
Eastern North Carolina, including the Outer Banks, could see up to 6 inches of snow, which is rare for the area.
Meteorologists warn that the details of the storm's track and impact are still uncertain.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has removed several top military leaders, accusing them of corruption and political offenses. This move has reduced the Central Military Commission, which oversees China's military, to just two members, including Xi himself. Analysts are concerned about how these changes might affect the military's ability to operate effectively.
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Xi Jinping removed top military leaders due to corruption and political charges.
General Zhang Youxia and Joint Staff Chief Liu Zhenli are under investigation.
China's Central Military Commission now has only two members, including Xi.
Analysts are questioning the impact on the military's effectiveness.
China's Ministry of Defense and Foreign Ministry did not respond immediately to requests for comments.
There is concern about the stress and uncertainty within the military.
The People's Liberation Army (PLA) has improved its personnel quality over the past 25 years.
A focus on technical competence and critical thinking is seen as crucial for modern military effectiveness.
The United States plans to send ICE agents to Italy for the Winter Olympics to support security operations. This decision has upset some Italian officials who are concerned about ICE's presence, due to past incidents in Minneapolis. The US clarified that ICE will not enforce immigration rules in Italy and will operate under Italian authority.
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The US will send ICE agents to Italy for the Winter Olympics occurring from February 6 to 22.
ICE is involved to help with security operations, but under the direction of Italian authorities.
Italian officials are upset because ICE agents were involved in fatal shootings in Minneapolis.
ICE stated it would assist with checking and reducing risks from international criminal groups.
ICE clarified it will not carry out immigration enforcement outside the US.
Some Italian political leaders are concerned about ICE's presence and potential actions.
The Italian Interior Minister confirmed Italy is responsible for its own security during the Olympics.
ICE's participation aims to support US diplomats and protect key US leaders visiting the event.
Harry Styles will donate £1 from each ticket sold for his 2026 UK stadium shows to support small music venues across the UK. This initiative aims to raise around £780,000 for the LIVE Trust, which helps grassroots music venues facing financial difficulties. Styles' action mirrors similar efforts by other musicians to support struggling music venues.
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Harry Styles' 2026 UK tour will donate £1 per ticket sold to small music venues.
The donation is expected to raise about £780,000 for the LIVE Trust.
Many small music venues in the UK are struggling financially and some are at risk of closing.
Other artists like Coldplay and Sam Fender have also made similar contributions in the past.
More than 150 small venues in the UK have closed since early 2023.
The "grassroots levy" concept on tickets is becoming more common, supported by both artists and the government.
Ticket prices for Styles' London shows range from £44.10 to £466.25, with high demand reported.
Styles will perform in seven cities worldwide, holding extended concerts in each.
A woman named Kaylie discovered through her home camera that her rescue dog, Oakley, stole and ate a sourdough loaf from the kitchen counter while she was away. Oakley had previously never taken food from the counter, but this time was tempted by the bacon cheddar loaf. Kaylie shared the incident on TikTok, which quickly received a large amount of attention.
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Kaylie rescued Oakley when the dog was about 8 weeks old and Oakley is now nearly 4 years old.
Oakley had never stolen food from the counter before this incident.
The sourdough loaf Oakley ate cost $13 and was from a farmer's market.
Oakley managed to remove the loaf from its wrapper without damaging it.
Kaylie tried using the microphone on her home camera to talk to Oakley but could not stop the dog from eating the bread.
Sourdough bread is generally safe for dogs if cooked and without harmful ingredients, but should be given in moderation.
The TikTok video of Oakley eating the loaf garnered over 310,000 views and more than 47,000 likes.
Many viewers found the video humorous and suggested various responses, such as crating the dog in the future.
The Arctic Monkeys drummer, Matt Helders, mentioned that the band may continue creating music despite rumors about their latest song being their last. They recently released a new track named "Opening Night" for a charity album to support War Child, an organization that assists children affected by war. The drummer stated that making music is something the band enjoys and will keep doing.
Key Facts
The Arctic Monkeys released a new song, "Opening Night," for a charity album.
The song is part of a project called Help(2) to support War Child charity.
War Child helps children who live in war zones.
Drummer Matt Helders said the band loves making music and will likely continue.
The band has released several successful albums since 2006.
Helders said there are no current plans to return to the studio soon.
Fans expressed happiness and hope for new music in the future.
A large landslide occurred in Sicily, Italy, after Storm Harry hit the area with strong winds and rain. Over 1,000 people have been evacuated, and geological surveys are being conducted to assess the damage. No deaths or injuries have been reported, though buildings and vehicles were damaged.
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A 2.5 mile (4 km) section of cliff collapsed in Sicily, Italy.
The event happened after Storm Harry brought wind and rain to the area.
More than 1,000 residents were evacuated from Niscemi.
No deaths or injuries have been reported so far.
Aerial footage shows destroyed buildings and vehicles.
The landslide started on Sunday, with parts of the cliff still falling on Monday.
Geological surveys are currently assessing the affected area.
Sudan's military reported that it ended a long siege by the Rapid Support Forces on a town in the Kordofan region. Videos showed local people celebrating with soldiers after the siege was broken.
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Sudan's military said it broke a two-year siege by paramilitary forces.
The siege was in a town located in the Kordofan region.
The paramilitary group involved is called the Rapid Support Forces.
After the siege ended, people in the town celebrated with soldiers.
Videos of the celebrations were shared by the military.
Russia has targeted Ukraine's energy systems during a harsh winter, causing repeated blackouts in many cities. This has left millions of Ukrainians without power or heat as temperatures stay as low as -15C (5F). In Kyiv, even when power returns, it only lasts briefly, offering little relief.
Key Facts
Russia is attacking Ukraine's energy infrastructure during winter.
Temperatures in Ukraine are around -15C (5F).
Many Ukrainian cities experience regular power outages.
Millions of people are affected, losing heat and electricity.
Repair crews work constantly, but Russian attacks damage systems again.
In Kyiv, limited power returns allow brief charging of devices.
Homes in Kyiv remain cold and difficult to live in.
Prize-winning composer Philip Glass has canceled the premiere of his new symphony at the Kennedy Center due to differences with its leadership. This move is part of a series of artist withdrawals from the center, following changes in its board connected to President Donald Trump. These artists object to the venue's political direction and leadership changes.
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Philip Glass canceled the premiere of his Symphony No. 15, citing conflicts with the Kennedy Center's current values.
The symphony was set to be conducted by Grammy-winning conductor Karen Kamensek on June 12 and June 13.
President Donald Trump's removal of the center's previous leadership led to backlash from artists.
Trump's appointees on the board aim to rebrand the venue as the Trump Kennedy Center.
Renowned artists like Renée Fleming, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and others have also canceled engagements at the venue.
Some artists were concerned over perceived political influence at the Kennedy Center.
The center has traditionally been seen as a nonpartisan cultural institution.
Sweden plans to change its law to make children as young as 13 responsible for serious crimes. The government is doing this because more young people are joining gangs and committing violent acts. There is opposition to the plan from various authorities who worry it might cause more harm.
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Sweden wants to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 15 to 13 for serious crimes.
Crimes included are murder, attempted murder, bombings, weapons offenses, and rape.
The proposal was made due to an increase in gang recruitment of young children.
Some authorities, like police and prison officials, are against the change.
Critics worry the change could lead to younger children getting involved in crime.
The government seeks to stop children from being used by gangs for serious crimes.
Sweden's Council on Legislation will review the proposed law.
Iranian activists report that security forces have killed over 6,000 people during recent protests. In response, a U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in the Middle East, increasing military tensions. The Iranian economy is struggling, with its currency dropping to a record low.
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Activists say more than 6,159 people have died in Iran due to government action against protests.
The protests started on December 28, triggered by the collapse of Iran's currency, the rial.
The U.S. has sent the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln to the Middle East as tensions rise.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened military action in response to the crackdown.
Iran's rial has fallen to a record low of 1.5 million to $1.
Iran said its death toll is 3,117, a lower figure than reported by activists.
Iranian-backed militias have threatened new attacks, supporting Iran amid tensions.
Internet access in Iran has been heavily restricted to control information flow.
The 2026 Bafta Film Awards nominations have been announced. Films like "One Battle After Another," "Sinners," "Hamnet," and "Marty Supreme" are leading the nominations. The awards ceremony will take place at London's Royal Festival Hall on February 22nd.
Key Facts
"One Battle After Another" received the most nominations with 14.
"Sinners" followed closely with 13 nominations.
"Hamnet" and "Marty Supreme" each received 11 nominations.
The Bafta Film Awards honor films from the past year.
The ceremony will be at Royal Festival Hall in London on February 22.
Nominated directors include Paul Thomas Anderson for "One Battle After Another" and Chloé Zhao for "Hamnet."
Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal were both nominated for their roles in "Hamnet."
The EE Bafta Rising Star Award, voted by the public, is among the categories.
The movie "One Battle After Another," starring Leonardo DiCaprio, leads this year's Bafta Film Awards with 14 nominations. Other films like "Sinners," "Hamnet," and "Marty Supreme" also received multiple nominations. The Baftas recognize more UK talent and have additional categories compared to the Oscars.
Key Facts
"One Battle After Another" received 14 Bafta nominations.
"Sinners" has 13 nominations, while "Hamnet" and "Marty Supreme" have 11.
Timothée Chalamet and Jessie Buckley are nominated in the lead acting categories.
Baftas include categories for outstanding British film and outstanding debut by a UK writer, director, or producer.
Some actors, like Chase Infiniti and Paul Mescal, are recognized at Baftas but not at the Oscars.
The Baftas have more nomination slots per category compared to the Oscars, which usually have five.
Alan Cumming will host the Bafta Film Awards on February 22 at the Royal Festival Hall in London.
"Wicked: For Good" received two Bafta nominations for costume design and make-up and hair.
