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Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
Honest mum's review of Pura wipes and nappies for toddlers
Over the last few weeks my toddler has been using the Pura nappies and wipes - here's what we thought of them As a household, we've got through enough nappies and disposable wipes over the last 18 months to create our own monster fatberg. I wouldn't be surprised if, as a family, we've accidentally created a new toddler-sized hole in the Ozone layer. While some parents turn to eco-friendly reusable nappies - which you bung in the washing machine rather than chucking into landfill - there's a whole heap of reasons why my husband and I didn't want to go down that avenue. Namely poo in the washing machine. No, thank you. So when I heard about Pura's nappies, some of my raging mum guilt was... not exactly abated, but definitely tamed. Pura is all about reducing environmental impact, and boasts that only its plant-based materials ever touch your baby's sensitive skin. Even its packaging is eco-conscious: instead of wrapping its nappies in single-use plastic, Pura has developed recyclable paper packs in which to keep its products. It also claims that it has replaced all its oil-based plastics with plant-based materials, "such as the organic cotton in our back sheet and the totally chlorine-free wood pulp from sustainably managed forests in the super absorbent core". And to add to its green credentials, Pura says its nappies are produced in a carbon-neutral plant, powered by green electricity and with no production waste sent to landfill. So how do Pura's nappies actually perform? Pura nappy review The company says its nappies can last up to 12 hours leak-free - with smaller sizes 1 and 2 featuring a wetness indicator strip on the front of the nappy. We tested out the size 5 nappies and pullups on my 18-month-old daughter, who loves nothing more than a good wriggle-jiggle while she's being changed. While the Pura nappies lasted well in the daytime thanks to more frequent changes, overnight was a slightly different story. We experienced a couple of leakages (including one Code Brown that had breached its boundaries) in the mornings from where the nappy hadn't quite contained everything. Having said that, there are plenty of other nappy brands out there that claim they're totally leak-proof but are very much not (hello, newborn poonamis). The Pura nappies did manage to absorb a lot of wees overnight, allowing my daughter (and us!) to sleep through without any discomfort. And while she's prone to occasional nappy rash (damn you, teething), the Pura nappies were gentle enough on her skin not to flare up the soreness. The brand says its nappies are made without fragrance, lotion, parabens, natural rubber latex and phthalates - ideal for little ones with extra-sensitive skin. There is an option to subscribe and save on Amazon, saving 10% off a monthly box, which includes 120 nappies. Pura wipes review Oh gosh, the horror when you reach the end of yet another pack of wet wipes and send up a small prayer of apology to the environment. We get through thousands of wipes - not just while changing nappies, but for cleaning up spills, wiping sticky hands and faces, and sluicing down anything that has had a chubby snot-covered hand swiped past it. So again, it was heartening to hear that Pura has put some thought into making its wipes less harsh on the environment by creating some made from biodegradable plant fibres. Its packaging has recently been reformatted to reduce plastic by 15% and it is now all fully recyclable. The wipes themselves are made from 99% water with organic aloe vera added to soothe sensitive baby skin, and there is no fragrance, alcohol, parabens or chlorine involved in the manufacturing process. So how do they hold up against other brands of wipes? There is a tendency for them to dry out if you leave the pack unsealed for too long - as we found out the hard way while dealing with a particularly noxious nappy. But the gentleness of the Pura wipes whisked away anything nasty while soothing my daughter's skin - and the interwoven clean wipes inside the pack doubled up as a handy toy to keep her amused while I was down at the business end.
The Print
07-05-2025
- Health
- The Print
Code Yellow—inside a mock drill at Delhi's RML Hospital
Hospital staff are ready with stretchers, and doctors on the spot to treat the patients who were taken inside and divided in four groups through a process called triage where patients are categorised based on the severity of illness or injury and the availability of resources. 'Code Yellow' in a hospital setting indicates an internal emergency or a disaster situation. The doctors on duty at one of the city's busiest hospitals rushed to the emergency centre. Outside, blaring ambulances bring patients. Each has three patients. New Delhi: 'All doctors assemble, all doctors assemble!'—announced the speakers at Delhi's Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital around 4 pm Wednesday, declaring a 'Code Yellow' as part of a nation-wide mock drill to prepare the population at large for any hostile scenario in view of the escalating tensions with Pakistan. Similar drills were conducted at other hospitals and other establishments such as markets, government infrastructure, airports and community buildings. The exercise aimed at training civilians on how to respond to situations like hostile attacks, blackouts or when an air-raid warning is issued. The mock drills across the cities are being carried out under the Civil Defence Act of 1968. This is the first time since the 1971 Bangladesh war that such largescale drill was conducted across the country. Across the country, 244 civil defence districts were identified for the drill. In Delhi, sirens blared at 55 locations including the Khan Market, the NDMC building and the Indira Gandhi International Airport. The patients brought to the RML Hospital as part of the drill were first attended to by the group of doctors at the receiving area of emergency, who put coloured bands on their wrists. The green tag meant no immediate action was required while yellow indicated minor injuries. However, the patients with red bands were sent to critical care assessment. The black band declared death. The mock drill at RML Hospital involved 21 patients, each with different injuries and issues. One person with chest injury, another with leg fracture. Doctors from different departments attended to the patients. The RML and the Lok Nayak hospitals have around 1,600 beds each. Speaking to ThePrint, RML Hospital Medical Superintendent Ajay Shukla said this situation is not like other disasters. 'We do not know how many beds we would need. However, we are prepared for the worst. This will not affect the regular patients, because we have a different team of doctors and nurses deployed for Code Yellow.' He also directed the doctors not to leave the city without his permission. LNJP Hospital The mock drill here lasted around 20 minutes. LNJP Chief Medical Officer Anuj Kumar said, 'We currently have 50 beds in emergency, we will increase it depending on the number of patients.' (Edited by Ajeet Tiwari) Also Read: Mock drills to 'Code Brown' prep, how Delhi NCR hospitals are bracing for potential emergencies
The Print
07-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
A mock drill brings Delhi's bustling Khan Market to a standstill. It's the 1st of many more to come
At least 100 shopkeepers from the market gathered in the central parking of the market to understand what needs to be done in case of an emergency. Under the government-led 'Operation Abhyaas', war-like scenarios, including airstrikes, fire emergencies, and search-and-rescue operations, were simulated to test the city's preparedness for multiple hostile threats amid rising India-Pakistan tensions. New Delhi: The calm of New Delhi's upscale Khan Market was shattered in the afternoon of 7 May as sirens blared and emergency vehicles raced through its narrow lanes. A building was in ruins, at least 20 people were said to be injured, and chaos seemed to be unfolding—but it was all part of a mock drill. At 4 pm, the sirens were sounded, and a step-wise mock drill that lasted for 30 minutes began. People ran for cover, looking for safe spaces inside shops where they stayed hidden till the danger was over. On the other end of the market's parking lot, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) members in their gear brought out stretchers, masks, ropes and other equipment needed to bring people safety. As soon as the warning sirens stopped and the safety siren began, the NDRF and Civil Defence staff began their mock rescue operation. They simulated bringing all the 'injured' people to the makeshift hospital, where doctors 'treated' those with 'minor injuries'. Those with 'major injuries' were carried on stretchers and shifted to ambulances and police vans that would take them to the hospitals. Speaking to ThePrint, Sanjeev Mehra, president of Khan Market traders' association, said, 'Khan Market is a very sensitive area as far as diplomats and bureaucrats are concerned; they all visit this market. They wanted to guide us about what to do in that eventuality.' Mehra said that India's air strikes may 'provoke' Pakistan into retaliating. 'If they try it again, they will be prepared and they will have it from India this time.' Also Read: Mock drills to 'Code Brown' prep, how Delhi NCR hospitals are bracing for potential emergencies More drills planned ahead Kavita Bai, an NDRF commanding officer, told ThePrint that the mock drill was simulating a situation where one building was on fire and another had collapsed completely. Authorities were together trying to show people how to react in such a scenario, she said. 'During a war, the public needs to look after itself. That's what we're teaching them,' she told ThePrint, adding that if the citizens of the country are well-aware of how to react in times of war, the government can handle the situation in a much better way. New Delhi District Magistrate Sunny Kumar Singh told ThePrint that the government has been conducting mock drills across Delhi in different kinds of buildings, from hospitals and schools to public areas like markets and the airport. Mock drills were conducted across six locations across districts in New Delhi to assess arrangements and preparedness, he said. 'NDRF, Civil Defence, health department, traffic police, and Delhi Police all came together to make this initiative possible. We are even trying to make people understand that if the tower-based communication is disrupted, then how the Ham radio clubs cooperate and how an alternate communication channel can be established,' he told ThePrint. Singh said that the purpose is to review the preparedness of the agencies to deal with such kinds of disasters. 'In not more than 30 minutes, the rescue operations were finished and a green corridor was built to take people to the hospitals,' he said, adding that the authorities were testing the 'inter-agency coordination'. Singh said that the same mock drill is going to be followed in the coming days, with new places being covered to create more and more awareness among people. 'Today's exercise shows us that our preparedness is completely fine and we are ready for anything to come. We just hope to get people's cooperation.' Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Devesh Kumar Mahala said all government agencies have participated in the mock drills across Delhi according to the government protocol. 'We will sit at a round table after this and discuss where we require improvements now. We request people to keep a check on information shared by the government and act upon it.' (Edited by Sanya Mathur) Also Read: '3 splinters hit him, 1 got lodged in his lung'—fear & death in Poonch after shelling by Pakistan
News.com.au
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Shaq bolts from ‘Inside the NBA' set in hilarious bathroom emergency
Shaquille O'Neal used to blow up opposing teams' defensive game plans in his playing days. Now, he's blowing up toilets. While analysing a compelling Nuggets-Clippers Game 2 matchup on TNT's 'Inside the NBA' alongside the rest of the crew, O'Neal made a hurried, flustered exit. The fear in his eyes and the peculiarity of his gait signified one thing: a Code Brown. A bathroom emergency. O'Neal jumped up from his chair and darted across the set with no regard for the show. Watch the biggest Aussie sports & the best from overseas LIVE on Kayo Sports | New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited time offer. 'Go ahead, keep talking,' O'Neal urged the rest of the crew while he scurried off. While also questioning if the big man was all right during his abrupt exit, Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley couldn't contain their laughter. Smith had no problem airing out the likely culprit of the near-accident. 'It's that olive oil you've been drinking,' Smith said. 'Listen, he can't hold it. After 40 [years old], you can't hold it anymore.' Smith revealed O'Neal has been drinking olive oil to 'clean his gut.' 'He read somewhere that [it's good for your gut] if you drink a shot of olive oil,' Barkley added. 'You have to do it for two weeks.' 'He's gonna miss a lot of airtime then,' Johnson jokingly responded. Smith replied, 'It's cleaning his gut all right.' The hilarious moment culminated with a full-blown replay of O'Neal bolting off from set — he returned and blamed Barkley for talking too much before the upcoming commercial break where he was planning to relieve his bowels. 'Chuck, stop talking so damn much, finish your point so we can go to break,' he said upon returning from the bathroom — while also blaming the emergency on drinking too much water. 'I'm sitting here like, 'Shut the hell up and hurry up.' Sorry about that, America.' It's the hysterical moments like these that outraged so many people when it was revealed that TNT wouldn't be renewing 'Inside the NBA' for another year. But luckily for these fans, the show will return after this season — just with a new home of ABC and ESPN. The popular crew dealt with another recent snafu when Charles Barkley asked if former NBAer Billy Ray Bates was alive, only for O'Neal to wrongly claim he was dead. Johnson then had to apologise Monday for their mistake.
New York Post
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Shaq bolts from ‘Inside the NBA' set in hilarious bathroom emergency: ‘He can't hold it'
Shaquille O'Neal used to blow up opposing teams' defensive game plans in his playing days. Now, he's blowing up toilets. While analyzing a compelling Nuggets-Clippers Game 2 matchup on TNT's 'Inside the NBA' alongside the rest of the crew, O'Neal made a hurried, flustered exit. Advertisement Shaq had to hustle out of Studio J 🤣😅 — NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) April 22, 2025 The fear in his eyes and the peculiarity of his gait signified one thing: a Code Brown. A bathroom emergency. O'Neal jumped up from his chair and darted across the set with no regard for the show. Advertisement 'Go ahead, keep talking,' O'Neal urged the rest of the crew while he scurried off. While also questioning if the big man was alright during his abrupt exit, Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley couldn't contain their laughter. 4 A close-up view of Shaquille O'Neal's flustered exit from the Inside the NBA set. Inside the NBA/TNT Smith had no problem airing out the likely culprit of the near-accident. Advertisement 'It's that olive oil you've been drinking,' Smith said. 'Listen, he can't hold it. After 40 [years old], you can't hold it anymore.' 4 Shaq had fear in his eyes before hustling to the bathroom. Inside the NBA/TNT Smith revealed O'Neal has been drinking olive oil to 'clean his gut.' 'He read somewhere that [it's good for your gut] if you drink a shot of olive oil,' Barkley added. 'You have to do it for two weeks.' Advertisement 4 Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley (l-r) joked about Shaquille O'Neal's bathroom emergency. Inside the NBA/TNT 'He's gonna miss a lot of air time then,' Johnson jokingly responded. Smith replied, 'It's cleaning his gut alright.' The hilarious moment culminated with a full-blown replay of O'Neal bolting off from set — he returned and blamed Barkley for talking too much before the upcoming commercial break where he was planning to relieve his bowels. 'Chuck, stop talking so damn much, finish your point so we can go to break,' he said upon returning from the bathroom — while also blaming the emergency on drinking too much water. 'I'm sitting here like, 'Shut the hell up and hurry up.' Sorry about that, America.' 4 Shaquille O'Neal ran across the set to go to the bathroom. Inside the NBA/TNT It's the hysterical moments like these that outraged so many people when it was revealed that TNT wouldn't be renewing 'Inside the NBA' for another year. Advertisement But luckily for these fans, the show will return after this season — just with a new home of ABC and ESPN. The popular crew dealt with another recent snafu when Charles Barkley asked if former NBAer Billy Ray Bates was alive, only for O'Neal to wrongly claim he was dead. Johnson then had to apologize Monday for their mistake.
