Villagers drank sinkhole water as a ‘miracle cure’, until officials found dangerous bacteria | World News

Residents in West Sumatra, Indonesia have been urged to stop collecting and drinking water from a newly formed sinkhole after authorities found it was contaminated with E. coli, a bacteria linked to serious gastrointestinal illness.The incident unfolded in Limapuluh Kota Regency, where a large ground collapse drew crowds of locals who believed the water pooling […]

Rare flesh-eating bacteria kills 4 in Florida: Here’s what you need to know about Vibrio vulnificus | World News

Florida health authorities have confirmed four deaths and several illnesses caused by Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but deadly “flesh-eating” bacteria found in warm saltwater, brackish water, and contaminated seafood. Though infections are uncommon, they can rapidly become life-threatening, especially when bacteria enter open wounds or the bloodstream. With rising ocean temperatures and increased flooding due […]

Japan’s Osaka Expo temporarily suspends water shows after high levels of bacteria detected

A view of Water Plaza at the site of the World Exposition in Osaka (AP) TOKYO: Popular daily fountain shows and a shallow pool area at Expo 2025 in Osaka have been temporarily suspended due to bacterial contamination that required cleaning and safety checks, the event organisers said on Monday. The aquatic show at the […]