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Toronto Sun
28-05-2025
- Science
- Toronto Sun
Skittles removes controversial additive targeted by RFK Jr.
Titanium dioxide is a chemical that whitens foods, brightens colours and makes candy appear shiny. Published May 28, 2025 • 2 minute read Packages of Skittles in Los Angeles. Photo by Mario Tama / Photographer: Mario Tama/Getty I Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Mars Inc.'s Skittles candies are no longer being made with titanium dioxide, a chemical that whitens foods, brightens colours and makes candy appear shiny, the company confirmed to Bloomberg News. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The ingredient was removed from all Skittles production at the end of last year, a spokesperson said. The additive was banned in the European Union in 2022 over concerns that nanoparticles of the substance might accumulate in the body and damage DNA. It has also come under scrutiny by the Department of Health and Human Services in recent months under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In 2023, groups including the Environmental Working Group and the Center for Food Safety filed a petition with the Food and Drug Administration to remove the approval of titanium dioxide as a color additive in food. That petition was still under review as of March 2024, according to the FDA website. Titanium dioxide hasn't been banned in the US, though Mars pledged to stop using the additive in 2016. It was still listed as an ingredient in Sour Skittles earlier this year. In a statement to Bloomberg News in January, the company said its use of the ingredient was 'in compliance with government regulations.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The company is now in the process of updating its website to reflect the reformulation, though shoppers may see products containing titanium dioxide on shelves until those products sell through. The chewy candies still use synthetic dyes including Red 40, Yellow 5 and Blue 1, according to their labels. HHS and FDA said in April that they'll work with food producers to eliminate the dyes by the end of 2026. Industry groups have said no agreement exists on the matter. Other foods — including Mondelez International Inc.'s Sour Patch Kids Watermelon, Kraft Heinz Co.'s Lunchables Cookie Dunks and JM Smucker Co.'s Donettes — currently use titanium dioxide. It's also a common ingredient in sunscreens and white paints. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Mondelez recommended Bloomberg News reach out to the Consumer Brands Association, an industry group. 'Companies adhere to the rigorous science and risk-based safety standards established by the FDA for the use of titanium dioxide as a color additive in food,' said Sarah Gallo, senior vice president of product policy for the group. Kraft Heinz and JM Smucker didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. JM Smucker told Bloomberg in March that its products and labeling abide by FDA regulations. The White House's 'Make America Healthy Again' report listed titanium dioxide as an additive of 'potential concern.' Earlier in May, the Food and Drug Administration announced it would speed up an existing review of the ingredient. HHS didn't respond to a request for comment on Skittles' removal of titanium dioxide. Canada Crime Sunshine Girls Sunshine Girls Toronto Maple Leafs
Wales Online
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Richard Osman says he'll 'get sued' as he makes major announcement
Richard Osman says he'll 'get sued' as he makes major announcement Richard Osman's debut novel, The Thursday Murder Club, is being turned into a star-studded Netflix film, with the author making a big announcement this week Richard Osman joked he would "get sued" by Netflix (Image: Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/Getty I ) Richard Osman light-heartedly warned he might get "sued by Netflix" following the big reveal of his latest career move. The former Pointless presenter became a best-selling author when he released his 2020 debut book, The Thursday Murder Club. The 54-year-old has successfully released three further titles in the series. The books chronicle the adventures of four sleuthing seniors—Elizabeth Best, Ron Ritchie, Joyce Meadowcroft, and Ibrahim Arif—as they crack murder mysteries in their Cooper's Chase retirement community. The fifth book is set for release in September 2025. But prior to that, Netflix has taken on the first novel for a film adaptation, to be directed by Christopher Columbus. It boasts an impressive cast including Dame Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Sir Ben Kingsley, and David Tennant. Netflix plans to unveil the production on August 28. Nevertheless, on his podcast The Rest is Entertainment, Richard divulged that devotees would catch the initial teaser trailer sooner, on Thursday, reports Coventry Live. The Thursday Murder Club is being turned into a film (Image: Giles Keyte/Netflix/PA ) Article continues below Expressing his excitement, he mentioned: "On Thursday, the very first trailer for the Thursday Murder Club film is being released. If you want to see it a bit early, you can follow my newsletter if you go to Instagram or Twitter, it's in the bio. "You sign up and you'll see it an hour before everyone else. But yeah, the first trailer, the teaser trailer, is out on Thursday, Netflix releasing the first trailer so you get to see all of those amazing actors playing those roles in that trailer." Podcast co-host Marina Hyde joked: "I'm already signed up to your newsletter." Richard replied: "Well, you're going to see it an hour early then." The Thursday Murder Club teaser trailer is releasing this week (Image: Netflix © 2024 / Giles Keyte ) To which Marina quipped: "Can you actually just email me so I can see if before then?" Richard responded: "Oh yeah, and get sued by Netflix, great idea." Director Christopher Columbus lauded the actors in his latest film while talking to Tudum, expressing: "This is the finest cast I've worked with since Potter." Article continues below "They're just so incredibly well-prepared, and it's because they do everything. They do theater, they do television, they do film, and they've developed those sorts of muscles." Richard recounted how inspiration struck for his series during visits to his mother Brenda's retirement home: "You just sit and chat with these people and they've lived these extraordinary lives. You hear these amazing stories and gossip and wisdom." Contemplating the elderly, he expressed that those in retirement homes often feel "overlooked". This realisation sparked the concept for his story, centred around a diverse group of retired individuals who come together in an effort to solve a murder mystery.
Wales Online
01-05-2025
- Wales Online
Holly Willoughby murder plotter had '130 other names on his list' in chilling revelation
Holly Willoughby murder plotter had '130 other names on his list' in chilling revelation A new Channel 5 documentary is set to explore the terrifying case of Gavin Plumb, who plotted to kidnap, rape and murder Holly Willoughby, and had a list of more than 130 potential victims Last year, jurors heard how Plumb had been planning the terrifying attack since 2021 (Image: Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/Getty I ) A man who conspired to kidnap, rape and murder Holly Willoughby reportedly had over 130 other individuals on his list of potential victims. In a new documentary by Channel 5, Philip Grindell, a former Metropolitan Police officer with 30 years of service, discusses the case of Gavin Plumb, a 37-year-old man from Essex who planned to abduct, sexually assault and kill the ex-This Morning presenter. Last year, the court heard how Plumb had been planning this horrifying attack since 2021, having developed an obsession with the celebrity over the years. Chelmsford Crown Court sentenced Plumb to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 16 years. Plumb, who discussed his kidnap plans online, having joined forums like one titled 'Abduct Lovers', reportedly had thousands of pictures of Holly on his phone and had gathered information on her movements. Philip detailed how the police received information that Plumb was a threat after he posted his plans on the internet. He also highlighted an "immediate red flag" when Plumb, who has prior convictions for attempted kidnapping, mentioned murder. Gavin Plumb reportedly had more than 130 names on his list of potential targets (Image: PA ) Article continues below It was proposed that the security guard, hailing from Harlow, Essex, intended to employ "serious violence", and when the police raided his residence, his unlocked phone enabled them to "make an assessment". However, what they discovered next was equally disturbing. Philip revealed the extent of the suspect's disturbing behaviour: "And so when they were able to look at his mobile phone and see images that he'd saved of Holly Willoughby - I think it's over, you know, 10,000 or something - it allows them very quickly to make an assessment. "They're in the right place; it's the right person. They know they're on the right track. During the search, they find a list in his bedside cabinet, which has over 130 names on it, of people he is also interested in or has some fixation on. "At that stage, they won't know how much of a fixation, which ones he's targeting. Are any of those other people at greater risk? You don't know who else he's engaging with. Does he have co-conspirators? Who's at risk here?". In a press release issued last year, Essex Police described how Plumb spoke online about his intentions to restrain his victim and even bought chloroform, cable ties and ropes. Philip explained how police received intelligence that Plumb posed a threat after he shared his plans online (Image: Dave J. Hogan/Getty Images ) An undercover officer from the US acted decisively, alerting the FBI and the UK authorities about Plumb's heinous intentions after he tried to enlist the officer's help with his plot online. Plumb, who was arrested at his home in 2023, will serve at least 15 years and 85 days in prison, due to the time he spent on remand prior to his trial, reports the BBC. Detective Chief Inspector Greg Wood from Essex Police spoke out, stating: "He tried to claim throughout the trial that he was an obsessive fan and a fantasist – that is simply not true. Article continues below "He planned this attack on Ms Willoughby over a two-year period, scoping her movements, seeking to elicit help from others to carry out his wicked plan, buying chloroform and other items to incapacitate, restrain and inflict violence upon her. "He is no fantasist - he's a calculated, violent, sexual predator who has spent his adult life inflicting or plotting to inflict harm on women." The Plot To Kill Holly Willoughby, Thursday 1st May at 9pm. Watch | Stream on 5.
Edinburgh Live
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Richard Osman addresses huge career move with blunt seven-word response
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Richard Osman has opened up about the potential of his participation in the celebrity edition of The Traitors. During an episode of his podcast, The Rest is Entertainment, the 54-year-old former Pointless star and co-host Marina Hyde delved into discussions about the forthcoming BBC reality show. Richard said: "Shall we talk about Celebrity Traitors? I keep reading the potential list of celebrities taking part." He continued: "There are lists out there which I don't think are a million miles off the truth but the official list is yet to be announced and there are people on the list who I have not seen as well", prompting Marina to ask: "Is Bob Mortimer going to be on it?" Richard responded: "I cannot say. Neither can I confirm or deny who is or isn't going to be on it." Then, he developed his seven-word response: "I'm not going to be in it." He added: "I tell you that is all I'm about to say." (Image: Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/Getty I) Marina added: "But it has been quite is worrying for the producers because it is a long time between filming and transmission which is set to be early Autumn, isn't it?" Richard replied: "Yet again, you would assume the regular Traitors will be in their usual slot in January, so you would have thought it would be late September/early October. They are filming as we speak." He concluded: "Shall we work out who is going to win it? And we will be announcing some of these names so if you haven't seen some of these names as I say there will be of the biggest names in there are Stephen Fry, Clare Balding, Jonathan Ross...I can't see any big personalities in there." The duo then speculated on potential winners, with Richard tipping comedians Lucy Beaumont and Joe Wilkinson as frontrunners. It comes as the cast of Celebrity Traitors were seen being discreetly transported to an undisclosed location to commence the reality show. (Image: BBC / Studio Lambert) The celebrities, including Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway, chat show legend Jonathan Ross, songstress Charlotte Church, the iconic Stephen Fry, and singer Paloma Faith, were ushered into a black people carrier under strict instructions from production staff to keep a low profile and refrain from mingling with one another. Last week, in a bid to maintain secrecy, the entire cast was swiftly escorted through a side door exit as filming preparations ramp up at a mystery venue. TV personality Jonathan Ross was spotted getting into a car and sitting down for a conversation with Clare Balding, who was already seated inside. Claudia Winkleman is set to return as the host of the hit series, which made its UK debut three years ago. An American version of the celebrity-packed show also exists, featuring a mix of famous faces and regular contestants.
