(NewsNation) — M&M’s is embracing the “Make America Healthy Again” movement with a new product set to launch this summer.
The iconic brand will introduce a version of its candies made without artificial dyes beginning in August, as it marks its 85th anniversary.
However, the change comes with a tradeoff: M&M’s plans to eliminate its blue and brown candies from the lineup.
Mars told The Wall Street Journal the colors could not be recreated with natural ingredients at a reasonable cost.
“It was a daunting situation,” said Anton Vincent, president of Mars Snacking, North America and Global Ice Cream. “You’re messing with an 85-year-old icon.”
Researchers were able to replicate other colors using natural ingredients, but blue — introduced in 1995 — proved more difficult, in part due to reliance on spirulina, an algae-based pigment.
The ingredient requires significantly more material to achieve the same color intensity and also contributed to challenges in producing brown candies.
“It’s the hardest thing I’ve had to do in my career,” Mars executive Claire Hewitt said.
Mars explored replacing blue and brown with purple and pink or shifting to a three-color mix, but ultimately decided against those options.
The company had pledged in 2016 to remove artificial dyes from its products but later reversed course after determining customers were not concerned.
More recently, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has urged U.S. food companies to eliminate artificial dyes.

Prime Day begins on Tuesday, but Amazon is already dropping early discounts on some of its most popular devices. From Kindle e-readers and Fire TV streaming gear to Ring security cameras and Echo smart speakers, there’s plenty to grab for up to 60% off this weekend.
We’ve rounded up the best Prime Day deals on Amazon devices that you can shop right now. These discounts may not stick around long, so it’s worth grabbing your favorites while prices are this low.
Best Prime Day Amazon device and TV deals
Amazon 55-inch Ember 4K TV
This midsize mini-LED TV is down to its record-low price right now. You’ll get high-end features like full-array local dimming and HDR10 Plus for better contrast and punchier visuals. The 60Hz refresh rate keeps the frame rate smooth for gaming. You also get Dolby Atmos audio, plus built-in Fire TV with Alexa for easy streaming and voice control right out of the box.
This deal is only for Prime members.
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$280 (save $180 for Prime members)
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Amazon Echo Spot
This device has a touchscreen and displays a variety of custom-designed clock faces so you can select your favorite. It’s obviously Alexa-enabled, which means you can use your voice to set alarms, check the weather, play music, and much more. This Echo Spot is also equipped with privacy controls, including a mic-off button, the ability to view and delete your voice recordings and more. Plus, it comes in three colors.
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$45 (save $35 for Prime members)
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Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet
The Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet is one of our top tablet picks for children ages 3 to 7. It has a compact 7-inch display with kid-friendly features and content. You can access thousands of ad-free books, games, videos and educational apps from brands like Disney, Nickelodeon and PBS Kids. Parents can easily manage screen time, set educational goals and control content access through Amazon’s Parent Dashboard.
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$55 (save $55 for Prime members)
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Amazon Echo Show 21
This is Amazon’s biggest display yet. It has widgets that help you keep your day on track. You can also experience your favorite content with high-quality sound and HD streaming. You can even stay connected with clear video calling.
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$320 (save $80 for Prime members)
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Amazon Echo Dot Max
This smart speaker has much more bass than the previous model. It also connects easily to your phone and to other Alexa devices. It doubles as a mesh Wi-Fi extender, providing up to 1,000 feet of coverage.
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$65 (save $35 for Prime Members)
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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
This is Amazon’s Fire TV Stick Select. You can use this to turn any TV into a smart TV. If you already have a smart TV, this stick can help you stream all Amazon essentials on its interface. It’s also pretty speedy.
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$18 (save $22)
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More early Prime Day deals on Amazon devices and accessories:
Amazon Fire TV soundbar: $80 (save $40). This simple two-channel soundbar can take your shows and movies to the next level with Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual: X support. This deal is for Prime members only.
Amazon Smart Plug (2-pack): $24 (save $26). Get a two-pack of plugs that convert a regular wall outlet into one you can control with Alexa. This deal is for Prime members only.
Amazon Echo Dot (5th gen) Kids Edition: $35 (save $25). This kids-themed Echo Dot gives you all the usual Alexa smarts with a fun design.
Amazon Echo Dot: $35 (save $15). The Echo Dot produces room-filling sound at a bargain price while giving you all the Alexa smart assistant capabilities. This deal is for Prime members only.
Amazon Echo Show 8: $125 (save $55). A perfect smart display to use as a control center for an Alexa-based smart home. This deal is for Prime members only.
Fire TV 2-Series 32-inch HD TV: $135 (save $25). Entry-level smart TV with built-in Fire TV for simple streaming. This deal is for Prime members only.
Amazon Fire TV Stick HD: $16 (save $19). This is the cheapest and simplest version of the Fire TV Stick.
Amazon 55-inch Omni QLED TV: $280 (save $220). This TV has a crisp and clear QLED display, so you don’t miss a single detail. This deal is for Prime members only.
Amazon Echo Show 11: $150 (save $70). Watch shows on Prime Video, Netflix, and more on the vibrant 11-inch Full-HD screen. This deal is for Prime members only.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite kids: $140 (save $40). Kids can carry all their favorite titles wherever they go. The glare-free display makes it easy to read both indoors and outdoors. This deal is for Prime members only.
Ring Chime: $24 (save $11). This device alerts you when it detects motion by a camera or hears your doorbell. This deal is for Prime members only.
Amazon Fire TV Cube: $90 (save $50). Amazon’s fastest-ever streaming with support for Wi-Fi 6E and Amazon Alexa smart search. This deal is for Prime members only.
Best Prime Day Amazon home security deals
Ring Indoor Cam, 2-pack
This deal actually saves you $50 compared to buying both cameras individually. These cams are great for keeping an eye on pets when you’re away or on the kids when you’re at work.
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$50 (save $30)
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Ring Floodlight Cam Plus with Ring Spotlight Cam Plus
This bundle includes the Ring Floodlight security cameras and the Spotlight Plus security cam. If you see suspicious activity on the camera, you can activate the 85dB siren from the Ring app to scare off unwanted visitors on both devices.
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$150 (save $150 for Prime Members)
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Ring Video Doorbell Wired
This doorbell features live view and real-time alerts so you don’t have to wait until after to see what’s at the door. And if you see something you don’t like, use two-way audio to deter the porch pirates and loiterers.
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$40 (save $10)
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Blink video doorbell
This compact video doorbell has head-to-toe HD video, so you can get a clear view of who is at your door. It’s easy to setup with a wireless design and has a two-year battery life.
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$20 (save $30)
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Ring Outdoor Cam Plus: $65 (save $85). Ring’s outdoor-rated camera can display full-color low-light video. This deal is for Prime members only.
Window and Door Sensors, 4-pack: $100 (save $70). It also features a motion detector and a panic button so you’ll know exactly what’s going on when it happens. This deal is for Prime members only.
Ring Spotlight Cam Plus with Battery and Ring Outdoor Cam Plus: $120 (save $130). Take over half off the bundle of two security cameras to keep your whole home protected. This deal is for Prime members only.
Ring Alarm 14-Piece Kit: $199 (save $131). This Alarm Kit includes one Base Station, two Keypads, eight Contact Sensors, two Motion Detectors and one Range Extender. This deal is for Prime members only.
Amazon Smart Thermostat: $58 (save $22). Save approximately $90 per year on energy costs with an Amazon thermostat. This deal is for Prime members only.
Blink Outdoor 4: $24 (save $46). This tiny camera offers up to 2 years of battery life, plus advanced features like two-way talk and person detection. This deal is for Prime members only.
Should you wait for Prime Day before buying anything?
While the Prime Day event will kick off hundreds of thousands of deals, many brands are trying to get ahead of the game by launching early deals, meaning you don’t have to wait to save. Take a look at the deals we’ve rounded up above and consider whether the possibility of these items selling out is worth waiting in case they drop a few more bucks. We can’t predict the future, but we have only exhibited deals on this page that are genuinely good right now.
What will be on sale throughout Prime Day?
A lot. Last year, Prime Day featured over 100,000 deals, and while many were small discounts on tiny products, there were also a ton of great deals on the larger items mentioned above. The biggest deals will be on TVs, laptops, e-bikes and vacuums (especially robo vacs), as well as power stations and grills for the outdoors.
For 2026, Amazon’s announcement is already teasing early deals with up to 65% off Amazon devices, books, Audible, and Prime Video. So, that’s a good place to start. We’ll also be rounding up our picks for the best early deals as they drop, so you’re not wading through pages of listings to find the ones actually worth your money.
What are the dates for Amazon Prime Day?
Amazon Prime Day 2026 officially kicks off on June 23 and runs through June 26. While Amazon’s massive summer shopping event has traditionally been held in July, this year marks a shift to an earlier, expanded four-day format. Prime members can access exclusive deals on the Amazon Shopping app and website starting at 12:01 a.m. PT on June 23, with early savings and limited-time offers available leading up to the main event.

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A 76-year-old woman was killed after a Tesla crashed through a home in the Katy area on Friday evening, authorities say.
According to the Harris County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office, the Tesla crashed into a home in the 21300 block of Rose Hollow Lane near Park Brush Lane at 8:30 p.m. The driver told investigators that he had the Tesla on Autopilot, according to the constable’s office.
“We’re still evaluating what caused that car to fail to control its speed just before this crash,” said Sgt. A. Turman. “We’ve asked people who are familiar with Teslas, as well as the driver involved in the car, to see what role the driver’s control over the car played in this crash.”
Officials said the driver of the Tesla was taken to the hospital by ambulance, and the older woman, who was inside the house, was taken by helicopter to Memorial Hermann. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the woman was later pronounced dead.
Neighbor Bryan Diaz said he and his family were outside celebrating a birthday party when the crash happened.
“The kids were scared and my mom and my uncles,” Diaz said. “It’s insane what just happened, especially right in front of us.”
Diaz told Eyewitness News the Tesla appeared to be driving fast on the road before the vehicle failed to stop and struck the home.
HCSO stated the driver failed to drive in a single lane, left the roadway, and struck the house at a high rate of speed.
Video obtained by Eyewitness News showed the car speeding along the street moments before the crash.
“Just flew straight into their home and just happened so quick,” Diaz said.
Authorities said the investigation remains ongoing.

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a close call between two commercial flights at Boston Logan International Airport on Saturday morning.
Flight tracking data shows the pilots of Delta Air Lines Flight 2351 aborted their approach for landing around 11:30 a.m. as American Airlines Flight 3161 was accelerating for takeoff on an intersecting runway.
Delta pilots performed an evasive go-around maneuver before the Airbus A319 landed safely and passengers deplaned normally, a Delta spokesperson said in a statement.
The two aircraft got within several hundred feet of each other, according to a CNN analysis of tracking data from Flightradar24.
An air traffic controller asked the departing American Airlines flight where it was going, to which its pilot said the tower had cleared the aircraft for takeoff, according to air traffic control audio captured by ATC.com. American Airlines deferred questions from CNN to the FAA.
While experts say flying remains an incredibly safe way to travel, Saturday’s close call is the latest in a recent spate of aviation-related incidents the US, including four dramatic plane crashes, the ever-worsening problem of turbulence and strikingly similar close call and go-around investigations.
A go-around, or aborted landing, is an aviation term for discontinuing a landing and beginning an immediate climb, then following further instructions. The safety maneuver is used to prevent runway incursions – when aircraft, vehicles or people are incorrectly positioned on a runway – as well as to counter other hazards, like sudden wind shifts and less-than-ideal approaches.
While go-arounds can feel jarring to passengers, they are still considered common and happen daily in the US, Michael McCormick, a former FAA air traffic manager and an associate professor in air traffic management at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, previously told CNN.
“Passengers aren’t told in advance it’s going to happen, but they’ll recognize it when suddenly they’re coming in to land and the aircraft just starts rising back up again,” McCormick said, again noting go-arounds are routine.
“This is something that pilots practice in flight simulators on a regular basis,” he added.

Asked about the privacy implications of chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude, Signal President Meredith Whittaker answered, “These are not your friends. These are not conscious beings. These are not sentient interlocutors.”
Whittaker made those comments in a broader interview with Bloomberg about policy, privacy, and Signal. She acknowledged that she uses AI tools “to format a document here and there,” but insisted, “I don’t ask them questions. I’m very serious about my thinking and writing, and I don’t want the process of working through an idea […] to be foreclosed or eclipsed by the response of a system that’s averaging what’s already out there.”
As for Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman’s prediction that users could let Microsoft Copilot handle all their Christmas shopping this year, Whittaker argued this scenario — where Copilot is eavesdropping on the family group chat to determine who wants want — means giving it “access to my credit card, my browser, my Signal, the ability to message my siblings on my behalf, my home address [and] my calendar.”
“What you’ve just described is a system with very pervasive access across multiple applications and services,” Whittaker said. “In the context of Signal, it would constitute a kind of a backdoor.”