Aqua Dots would seem inadvisable for little kids even if the toy didn’t release a date-rape drug when ingested. The thing’s basic component is small beads. Using a smart-looking applicator, kids ...

Water beads are a popular sensory toy, but they should be kept away from children aged under five. (Getty Images) A safety warning has been issued by emergency doctors over water beads that have ...

A poison expert explained the risks water-bead toys could pose if they're accidentally swallowed. She commented after a baby nearly died from ingesting a bead that belonged to her older brother. The ...

Top retailers like Target, Walmart and Amazon are suspending sales of water beads amid safety concerns for children. The small, colorful balls are sold as toys and in craft kits. The beads are made of ...

Mardi Gras has arrived. If you're attending, there are ways you can lessen your environmental impact. New Orleans' Mardi Gras festival has arrived. The annual event is a boon to the city, injecting ...