WHO issues alert after 66 children die after taking cough syrup in The Gambia

In tonight's edition: Several cough and cold syrups made in India are subject to a product alert after the deaths of 66 children in The Gambia. The WHO alert warns the substances are toxic and is worried about global exposure. Also, anti-French and pro-Russian sentiment are present in Ouagadougou, days after a second coup this year. And Morocco issues its first permits for cannabis production.

Oct 6, 2022 - 10:31
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WHO issues alert after 66 children die after taking cough syrup in The Gambia
In tonight's edition: Several cough and cold syrups made in India are subject to a product alert after the deaths of 66 children in The Gambia. The WHO alert warns the substances are toxic and is worried about global exposure. Also, anti-French and pro-Russian sentiment are present in Ouagadougou, days after a second coup this year. And Morocco issues its first permits for cannabis production.