Keep pull cords out of the reach of children at all times. Remember that children can climb furniture to reach dangling cords. Used, old, or damaged cosmetics should never be purchased second-hand.

Hundreds of traders, many specialising in the resale of used clothes, now face an uncertain future. For traders like 45-year-old Fred Asiedu, the fire is a life-altering disaster.

First time offenders will get a $75 fine and two points off their license. The consequences increase with repeat offenses. Colorado law banning all hand-held phone use while driving goes into effect ...