Darts player uses bug spray on stage amid wasp invasion
Dutch darts player Jurjen van der Velde took insect repellent onto the Alexandra Palace stage to combat a wasp problem disrupting the World Darts Championship. Read the full story.
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Food Safety Warning: Dubai Chocolate Allergy Risk
The Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate bars after finding undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
Binky Felstead reveals son's sesame allergy microdosing treatment
Made In Chelsea star Binky Felstead details her four-year-old son's severe sesame allergy and their journey with oral immunotherapy (OIT) microdosing. Learn about the risks, scares, and vital advice for parents.
Teen's death linked to tick-induced meat allergy
A coronial inquest investigates whether 16-year-old Jeremy Webb died from a rare red meat allergy triggered by tick bites. Learn about mammalian meat allergy symptoms and prevention.
Ryanair served nuts despite boy's severe allergy warning
A mother warns of 'deathly consequences' after Ryanair served nuts on a flight with her severely allergic six-year-old. Read her urgent safety plea for airline policy changes.
Tesco recalls salad over undeclared mustard
Tesco has urgently recalled its 300g Celery and Nut Salad due to undeclared mustard, posing a health risk. Customers with allergies are urged to return the product for a full refund.
Indian community turns stink bugs into nutritious food
Discover how India's Mizo community transforms stink bug infestations into protein-rich food using traditional methods. Learn about this sustainable approach to nutrition.
Pilot dies from rare meat allergy after tick bite
Brian Waitzel, 47, died from alpha-gal syndrome triggered by a tick bite. His family shares their story to raise awareness about this rare condition. Learn the signs.
Plant shoots toxic liquid 1.5 metres at insects
The bursera plant defends itself by shooting a deadly chemical resin at insects. Discover how some beetles have learned to disarm this natural defence over millions of years.
Rare Pink Grasshopper Found in New Zealand
A stunning pink grasshopper, an exceptionally rare genetic variant, has been discovered during a survey in New Zealand's Mackenzie Basin. Discover the story behind this unique insect.
Teen's death linked to tick-bite meat allergy
A 16-year-old boy may have died from a red meat allergy triggered by tick bites, a coronial inquest hears. Discover the warning signs and the rising cases in Australia.
Bird populations rise after EU pesticide ban
Insect-eating bird numbers in France increase 2-3% following 2018 neonicotinoid ban. Study reveals first signs of wildlife recovery, though full restoration may take decades.
First death from tick-borne meat allergy confirmed
Scientists document the first known death from alpha-gal syndrome, a red meat allergy triggered by tick bites. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.
Seven new frog-like insect species found
Dr Alvin Helden discovers seven new leafhopper species in Uganda's rainforest. The breakthrough came from examining their unique genitalia. A fitting tribute to his mother.
Sainsbury's recalls JS Free From Mini Fillets
Sainsbury's urgently recalls JS Free From Breaded Mini Fillets due to undeclared milk. Customers with allergies warned not to consume and return for a full refund.
Bumblebees learn to understand Morse code signals
Groundbreaking research reveals bumblebees can distinguish Morse code-like flashes. Discover how this rewrites our understanding of insect intelligence. Read the full study.
Peanut patch breakthrough helps allergic toddlers
Groundbreaking clinical trial reveals wearable patch significantly reduces allergic reactions in young children, transforming allergy treatment possibilities across the UK.
Scientist dies from carrot allergy after cafe meal
A brilliant British scientist with a severe carrot allergy tragically died after consuming a meal containing carrot powder, despite informing staff about her life-threatening condition.
Manchester pet food startup uses insect protein
A Manchester-based pet food company is revolutionising the industry with sustainable insect protein, achieving B Corp status while taking on corporate giants in the pet nutrition sector.
Father and son killed in Asian giant hornet attack
Tragic incident in Laos sees two fatalities from Asian giant hornet stings, highlighting the dangers posed by the world's largest hornet species.
Aldi Chocolate Recall Over Peanut Allergy Risk
Aldi urgently recalls its Deliciously Fine Milk Chocolate Bars after discovery of undeclared peanuts poses serious allergy risk to consumers across UK stores.
Teen fights for life after allergic reaction to milkshake
A 19-year-old British student is in critical condition after a tiny taste of a milkshake caused a catastrophic allergic reaction, highlighting the hidden dangers facing those with severe food allergies.
Sydney's fly plague: Why the city is buzzing
Sydney residents are battling an extraordinary surge in fly populations, with experts pointing to unusual weather patterns and environmental conditions creating perfect breeding grounds for the pesky insects.
Couple with nut allergy forced off TUI flight
A couple with life-threatening nut allergies were removed from a TUI flight after raising safety concerns, sparking debate about airline passenger rights and disability accommodations.
Prehistoric Mosquito Larva Found in 100-Million-Year-Old Amber
Scientists uncover an extraordinary fossil revealing a mosquito larva perfectly preserved in Cretaceous-era amber, offering unprecedented insights into ancient insect evolution.
Doctors found insects crawling in woman's ears after drug misdiagnosis
A woman's mysterious head symptoms were misdiagnosed as drug withdrawal until doctors discovered the horrifying reality - live insects nesting in both ears. This medical nightmare reveals crucial warning signs everyone should know.
Halloween Candy Recall: Peanut Allergy Warning
UK consumers warned as popular Zingerman's candy bars face urgent recall due to undeclared peanuts posing severe allergy threat during Halloween season.
Nut allergy nightmare on Qatar Airways flight
A British traveller with a life-threatening nut allergy reveals his horror experience aboard Qatar Airways, warning fellow passengers about airline food safety protocols and demanding better protection for allergy sufferers.
NHS allergy care failures causing preventable deaths
Exclusive investigation reveals coroners' repeated warnings about allergy care failures after preventable anaphylaxis deaths, with experts demanding urgent NHS reforms.
Early peanut exposure prevents childhood allergies
Groundbreaking research reveals introducing peanuts to infants could dramatically reduce allergy risks, offering new hope to parents and transforming childhood nutrition guidelines.
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