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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VMVT suspended the operation of a fast-food restaurant: supplied food without running water

Lithuania's VMVT has suspended a fast-food restaurant's operations due to a lack of running water, compromising hygiene standards.

Feb 27 • 12:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Investigation Report on Wall Collapse Points to Design and Construction Issues in Osan City

An investigation into a wall collapse in Osan City reveals failures in design, construction, and maintenance, with city officials emphasizing these issues following the tragedy.

Feb 27 • 05:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Notice] The Han River Bus, which started operations after receiving ‘safety inspections’ for 2 ships... even that has ‘malfunctions’

The Han River Bus, which recently commenced operations after undergoing safety inspections, is already facing issues with malfunctions despite being declared compliant with safety standards.

Feb 27 • 01:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Strengthening Standards for Emergency Room Specialists ... 1 Specialist for Every 5,000 Patients in Regional Centers

To enhance the capacity for severe and emergency patient care, new standards for staffing and facilities in regional and local emergency medical centers are being implemented.

Feb 27 • 00:24 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Childcare centres face funding cuts after missing safety benchmarks

Nine childcare services in Australia could face funding cuts after failing to meet government safety standards.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Decree allows fish trade at Feira do Praeirinho after bans in Cuiabá

Cuiabá's traditional Feira do Praeirinho can now legally sell fish after a new decree was published, setting health and safety standards for vendors.

Feb 25 • 15:16 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

66 vessels cannot sail due to inadequate inspection of lifeboats

A total of 66 vessels have been grounded as their lifeboats failed to meet inspection standards.

Feb 24 • 21:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Garching-Hochbrück: Customs seizes 15 tons of bedding

Customs in Garching-Hochbrück has seized a truckload of potentially dangerous and counterfeit bedding from Turkey, which violated trademark rights and safety standards.

Feb 24 • 14:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Beauty brand recalls product from shelves after failing safety tests

The beauty brand Hello Sunday has recalled an eye cream due to failing safety tests that indicate it may not provide adequate sun protection.

Feb 24 • 11:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kano market fire: REAN urges caution, probes solar battery explosion claims

The Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria calls for caution regarding the recent Kano market fire, which is speculated to be linked to a solar battery explosion, while an investigation is underway to determine the cause.

Feb 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

China plans to ban open steering wheels.. what does this mean for the automotive world?

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced a draft amendment to safety standards for steering wheels in vehicles, likely ending the use of open or aircraft-like steering wheels in the Chinese market starting January 1, 2027.

Feb 21 • 14:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Do you have this product from Biedronka? It has just been recalled due to a 'defect'

Biedronka has announced the recall of a thermal jug due to a construction defect affecting its safety standards.

Feb 21 • 10:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: customer finds larvae inside snack at bus station eatery in São Paulo

A customer discovered larvae inside a snack sold by a bus station eatery in Sorocaba, SP, raising concerns about food safety standards.

Feb 20 • 16:08 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Investigating Ajit Dada's Death...,' says Anand Paranjape

Political leaders in Maharashtra are demanding a CBI investigation into the accident involving VSR company, urging transparency for the public and the Nationalist Congress Party.

Feb 20 • 10:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Aaj Tak Impact: Raid on Company Packing Poha While Sitting on a Heap, License Suspended

The license of Avinash Industries in Chhattisgarh has been suspended due to violations of food safety standards after an inspection revealed unsanitary working conditions for employees.

Feb 20 • 10:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Safety alert issued for travel electronic over 'serious' fire risk

The UK government has issued a safety alert for a travel adapter manufactured by Decqle, warning it poses a serious fire risk due to non-compliance with safety standards.

Feb 19 • 14:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Open AI, Make the Code Public: PM Modi's Direct Message to Tech Companies

During the AI Impact Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the need for transparency in AI development and the importance of open-sourced code to benefit the youth and ensure safety.

Feb 19 • 14:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: All of Africa Today - February 19, 2026

A gas leak at a mine in Nigeria has left at least 33 miners dead and raised concerns about mining safety standards in the region.

Feb 19 • 07:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Victim filmed bus with a tire before accident that left 7 dead on BR-153: ‘May God protect us’

A tragic bus accident on BR-153, which killed seven people, was foreshadowed by a victim's video showing the bus traveling with faulty tires just hours before the incident.

Feb 18 • 22:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

TfL Facebook ad banned for negative stereotype about black men

A TfL advertisement depicting a black teenager harassing a white girl has been banned for reinforcing harmful racial stereotypes, according to the Advertising Standards Authority.

Feb 18 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Hell in the Fog in Tenerife. When the Fates of Two Giants Crossed on the Runway, 583 People Died

The tragic collision of two Boeing 747s in dense fog at Tenerife's Los Rodeos airport on March 27, 1977, resulted in the deaths of 583 people and forever changed aviation safety standards.

Feb 18 • 05:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Crackdown announced on London's 'Wild West' pedicabs

London has announced a crackdown on pedicabs, introducing regulations to ensure fair pricing and safety standards.

Feb 18 • 02:13 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Inspection of 8,500 gas pipelines by Kitagas following an explosive fire undermining trust in safety

A gas explosion in a residential area of Sapporo has led Kitagas to inspect 8,500 gas pipelines, raising concerns about safety standards.

Feb 17 • 12:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"Land Rover Defender" - a modern SUV that doesn't forget its roots

The Land Rover Defender, having evolved over 67 years from its first generation, remains a versatile SUV with various applications worldwide but faces discontinuation due to safety and environmental standards.

Feb 17 • 07:09 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

China bans half-steering wheels. No more steering wheels in new cars

China is updating safety standards for steering systems, effectively eliminating half-wheel designs from new cars starting next year.

Feb 16 • 14:29 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Collapse of a two-story house causes panic in Indore

A two-story house collapsed in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, causing chaos in the area as emergency services responded swiftly to rescue efforts.

Feb 16 • 05:36 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Schillaci: “Unacceptable case, we will clarify responsibilities but our system works”

Italian Health Minister Schillaci addresses safety concerns in the healthcare system following a serious incident involving a child in Nola, emphasizing the need for accountability while asserting the reliability of Italy's medical standards.

Feb 15 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Urgent 'do not eat' warnings issued for popular snacks sold at major supermarkets — full list

The UK Food Standards Agency has issued urgent food recalls for several popular snacks sold at major supermarkets due to safety concerns.

Feb 14 • 03:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Popular desserts recalled at stores as FSA issues food safety alert

The Food Standards Agency has issued a recall for certain chilled desserts due to incorrect use-by dates that render them unsafe to eat.

Feb 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Nuevo Mexico: this will be the new program to train police officers and increase security

Nuevo Mexico is implementing a new police training program aimed at enhancing law enforcement effectiveness and adapting to evolving legal standards.

Feb 12 • 23:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Not just street food: these are the products that most commonly cause foodborne illnesses

Foodborne illnesses are increasingly linked not only to street food but also to packed salads, meats, and dairy products, emphasizing the need for strict hygiene standards and proper cold chain management in food handling.

Feb 12 • 16:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What does the yellow traffic sign with the letters "DIP" mean and what should drivers do upon seeing it?

The article explains the meaning of the yellow traffic sign "DIP" and the importance of international traffic signage standards for drivers.

Feb 12 • 14:01 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Tanzania Tops Region in Cybersecurity Standards

Tanzania has been recognized as the leader in East Africa for online safety management, ranking among the top 45 nations globally in cybersecurity standards according to the Global Cybersecurity Index released by the ITU.

Feb 12 • 10:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

'Our children were sitting ducks': Parents speak as ex-nursery worker jailed for sex abuse

Parents of child abuse victims express their outrage and call for better safety standards following the sentencing of nursery worker Vincent Chan for multiple sexual offenses against children.

Feb 11 • 15:57 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lassa fever: Kwara to sanction food handlers for poor hygiene

Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency has warned food handlers to adhere to hygiene standards to prevent the spread of Lassa fever.

Feb 11 • 15:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sánchez: "Probably a lesson from Adamuz is that quality standards need to be reinforced"

Spanish President Pedro Sánchez discusses the recent deadly train accident in Adamuz, asserting the need for improved quality standards and expressing commitment to uncovering the truth and ensuring justice for the victims.

Feb 11 • 08:51 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Cowardly Captain Who 'Accidentally Fell' into the Lifeboat and His Mess

The article discusses a historical ship disaster that occurred in 2012 when a massive cruise ship capsized in shallow waters.

Feb 10 • 22:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Congress Moves to Set National Rules for Self-Driving Cars, Overriding States

Congress is advancing legislation to establish federal safety standards for self-driving cars, potentially overriding state regulations.

Feb 10 • 21:20 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

E-bike seller uses fake compliance stickers to skirt crackdown

Online e-bike sellers are using fake compliance stickers to help buyers evade detection by police following a reintroduction of national safety standards by the Australian government.

Feb 10 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Asda makes major change in all UK stores after being fined £500,000

Asda has implemented new date checking procedures in all its UK stores following a £500,000 fine for selling out-of-date food in one of its branches.

Feb 10 • 11:26 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

'Bodega cats': New York seeks rights for corner shops' furry little helpers

New York City is considering proposals to grant legal rights and establish health and safety standards for the beloved 'bodega cats' that live in corner shops across the city.

Feb 10 • 02:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Govt emphasizes partnerships to promote safety awareness

The Lagos State Safety Commission is focused on enhancing safety awareness through strategic partnerships, engaging with the Institute of Safety Professionals in Nigeria.

Feb 9 • 00:47 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Sports

British Skeletonists Trained by Martins Dukurs Lose Appeal Over New Helmets

The British skeleton team has lost its appeal regarding new helmet designs for the Milan and Cortina Olympics, as the helmets do not meet current safety standards.

Feb 8 • 17:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Shocking video: one dead and nine injured after a ride collapsed at a fair in India

A police officer died and at least thirteen people were injured when a colorful hammer ride collapsed at the Surajkund fair in Faridabad, India.

Feb 8 • 01:04 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

"Only Completing Half of Scheduled Inspections" – Food Inspectors Sound the Alarm

Food inspectors in Germany are warning of a severe shortage in personnel, completing only half of their scheduled inspections, which affects food safety standards.

Feb 7 • 06:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Urgent product recall warnings for beauty cream, bath melt and duvet - full list

The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued urgent recalls for products including beauty creams, bath melts, and duvets due to safety concerns such as mercury and choking hazards.

Feb 7 • 02:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Parents urged to check baby formula as FSA issues 'do not use' warning

The Food Standards Authority has issued a 'do not use' warning for certain batches of Danone Infant Formula due to potential contamination with the toxin cereulide, which can cause nausea and vomiting.

Feb 6 • 15:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Danone recalls more baby formula products over cereulide toxin – see full list

Danone has recalled several batches of Aptamil and Cow & Gate infant formula due to potential contamination with cereulide toxin, leading the Food Standards Agency to advise parents to check their products.

Feb 6 • 12:26 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Safety decree approved. Meloni: now we will be tougher, no more double standards judges

Italian Prime Minister Meloni announced the approval of a new safety decree aimed at tightening laws against social centers and protests, while key officials discuss measures related to migrants and public order.

Feb 6 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Popular sauce urgently recalled as 'do not eat' warning issued

Aytac Foods Distribution Limited has recalled Darna Tahini due to a serious allergy risk, prompting the Food Standards Agency to warn consumers to avoid the product.

Feb 5 • 10:26 UTC

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