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fromFuncheap
4 hours ago

Pacifica Seaside Pedal Party (2025)

Families can enjoy a day filled with bicycle-themed activities, including a bicycle rodeo traffic safety course for kids, games, and obstacle courses.
Bicycling
#cycling
fromCyclingnews
1 week ago
Gadgets

Trek CarBack Radar Tail Light review: Hit and miss detection detracts from some decent features.

fromCyclingnews
1 week ago
Gadgets

Trek CarBack Radar Tail Light review: Hit and miss detection detracts from some decent features.

fromwww.amny.com
21 hours ago

Teen e-scooter rider killed following traffic crash on Staten Island

A 16-year-old e-scooter rider, Nacere Ellis, tragically died following a collision with a Hyundai Tucson driven by a 79-year-old woman in Staten Island.
New York City
#surveillance
fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago
San Francisco

After a decade of law enforcement using drones in the Bay Area, Alameda County embraces a next-gen technology

fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago
San Francisco

After a decade of law enforcement using drones in the Bay Area, Alameda County embraces a next-gen technology

US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

Federal regulators exempted Camp Mystic from flood map oversight, leading to tragedy when severe floods struck.
#education
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
Miscellaneous

Why a Midwest mom who moved to Belgium says her family is 'way better off' financially and she doesn't regret taking her kids out of US public schools

fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
Miscellaneous

Why a Midwest mom who moved to Belgium says her family is 'way better off' financially and she doesn't regret taking her kids out of US public schools

fromBikemag
2 days ago

These Are the 8 Best Bike Locks of 2025

Choosing the right bike lock is essential for security and depends on personal lifestyle needs.
Bicycling
#protests
#aviation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Map: Scenic sites in Hawaii that are now off-limits, and why

The Koko Crater trail reopened after an 8-year-old fell 20 feet down a shaft, illustrating ongoing safety concerns at Oahu's popular tourist sites.
Travel
#weather
fromBusline News
3 days ago

The Transit & Paratransit Company (TAPTCO) Completes Re-creation Of Safety Leadership Training Course - Busline News

The Safety Leadership Course is an advanced educational course for all levels of leadership and can be delivered online or from a thumb drive.
Public health
#investigation
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

He said On your right' as he jogged past and for once, I didn't flinch. But our safety shouldn't feel exceptional | Tory Shepherd

"At this time of year, that means being out before the sun comes up, and being hypervigilant. And that was the first time I can remember that anyone tried to put me at ease."
Mindfulness
#tesla
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
Toronto startup

Texas Lawmakers Want More Control of the Tesla Robotaxis on Their Roads

fromInsideEVs
2 weeks ago
Cars

'Downright Unsafe': Austin Man Takes a Tesla Robotaxi Ride. Here's What To Know Before Hailing One Yourself

fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
Toronto startup

Texas Lawmakers Want More Control of the Tesla Robotaxis on Their Roads

fromInsideEVs
2 weeks ago
Cars

'Downright Unsafe': Austin Man Takes a Tesla Robotaxi Ride. Here's What To Know Before Hailing One Yourself

fromBKReader
4 days ago

Protected Bike Lane on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn Can be Removed, Judge Says

The city will remove portions of the protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg following a court ruling.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
4 days ago

FDNY responds to apartment fire in East New York

Flames broke out on the second floor at 499 Hegman Ave, prompting a response from the FDNY. No injuries have been reported.
Miscellaneous
#community-engagement
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Risk to life' warning over scenic Isle of Wight road that could fall into sea

Drone footage shows how serious the risk is and how close the cliff is to the road. When a bus passes over the cliff, you can feel the vibrations.
UK news
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

A dangerous Hawaii trail closed - but hundreds are still hiking it

Koko Crater Stairs, a popular hiking trail, remains closed after an 8-year-old boy fell nearly 20 feet and was critically injured. Despite signs, hundreds continue to hike.
Travel
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Near-Miss Between Taxiing Jets at SFO Sounds Like Fault of Overworked Air Traffic Controller

The United flight crew averted a potentially disastrous incident at San Francisco International Airport when an air traffic controller mistakenly instructed them to cross a runway with a jet preparing for takeoff, highlighting concerns about controller fatigue.
San Francisco
#bike-lane
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
New York City

Brooklyn Judge Once Again Declines to Rip Up Bedford Ave. Protected Bike Lane... For Now - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
New York City

Cyclists Tell Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo: The Bedford Ave. Bike Lane is a Lifesaver - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
5 days ago
Environment

'Anti-Car Crusade': Dinowitzes Slam Bronx Harlem River Greenway Bike Lane Touted by Mayor - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
New York City

Brooklyn Judge Once Again Declines to Rip Up Bedford Ave. Protected Bike Lane... For Now - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
New York City

Cyclists Tell Judge Carolyn Walker-Diallo: The Bedford Ave. Bike Lane is a Lifesaver - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
5 days ago
Environment

'Anti-Car Crusade': Dinowitzes Slam Bronx Harlem River Greenway Bike Lane Touted by Mayor - Streetsblog New York City

#parenting
fromIndependent
6 days ago
Parenting

Sinead Ryan: As a sunscreen Nazi who was once a sunburn pariah, I have a very simple idea to end Vat row

fromIndependent
6 days ago
Parenting

Sinead Ryan: As a sunscreen Nazi who was once a sunburn pariah, I have a very simple idea to end Vat row

fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Teenagers can now hail a Waymo robotaxi in Phoenix | TechCrunch

Waymo's teen accounts will be similar to those offered by Uber, allowing teenagers aged 14 to 17 to order rides and share trip status with parents.
E-Commerce
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Polish Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale Investigates Architecture's Role in Providing Security

The Polish Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale presents Lares and Penates: On Building a Sense of Security in Architecture, an exhibition that explores how architecture continues to function as a form of protection in an age marked by uncertainty.
Design
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Laguna Beach residents rush to evacuate as brush fire threatens homes

Evacuation orders were issued in Laguna Beach after a brush fire ignited in a hilly area of the city Monday afternoon, authorities said. The fire, dubbed the Rancho fire, started around 2:30 p.m. near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Drive, according to the Laguna Beach Fire Department.
California
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
6 days ago

Boy, 4, taken to hospital after sustaining serious' injury at Forest Hill nursery

Ofsted has suspended the registration of Pitta Patta Nursery for six weeks due to concerns that continued childcare provision may expose children to risk of harm.
Public health
#fireworks
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Public health

8-year-old girl dies after fireworks misfire on Southern California street

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Public health

8-year-old girl dies after fireworks misfire on Southern California street

#convenience
fromTasting Table
1 week ago
Everyday cooking

Is It Actually Safe To Keep A Slow Cooker Plugged In When You Leave The House? - Tasting Table

fromTasting Table
1 week ago
Everyday cooking

Is It Actually Safe To Keep A Slow Cooker Plugged In When You Leave The House? - Tasting Table

fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Editorial | NYC tries to go both ways on e-bike and car traffic in parks | amNewYork

Parks Commissioner Iris Rodriguez-Rosa stated that allowing e-bikes and e-scooters in city parks would enhance safety and accessibility for pedestrians, cyclists, and users of e-mobility devices.
Alternative transportation
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

3 Strategies to Better Resist Distractions

The sterile cockpit rule is that non-essential conversations aren't allowed in the flight deck during critical phases of flight, such as takeoff and landing.
Mindfulness
fromMexico News Daily
1 week ago

Where to Travel in Mexico 2025 Guide: Solo Travelers

Mérida, the capital of Yucatán state, is one of the safest cities in Mexico, providing solo travelers with invaluable freedom and peace of mind to explore.
Travel
#community
fromDefector
1 week ago

Meet The Crew Whose Job Is To Keep Rally Fans From Getting Themselves Killed | Defector

"Eight hours per day, we're not allowed to do more," FIA World Rally Championship safety delegate Nicolas Klinger jokes. "Eight hours in the morning, eight hours in the afternoon."
Digital life
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Coyote season is on. Here's how to stay safe

Avoid hiking alone in parks to ensure safety during coyote encounters. Keep children and pets close, with dogs on leashes. Be vigilant and remain on designated trails.
Environment
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

'An amazing sight to see': Video shows bear swimming with 2 cubs on its back in Mass. reservoir

My buddy took me out on the Quabbin for some fishing, and all of a sudden we see a Momma Bear Swimming across the Quabbin to an island with her 2 tiny baby cubs on her back.
Agriculture
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 week ago

Coldharbour police base to remain open after community campaign

This is a brilliant result for our community. Sadiq Khan's plans to close Coldharbour Police Base would have left the Coldharbour Estate, Mottingham, and New Eltham less safe, which was why it was so important to campaign to stop this plan.
Canada news
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Understanding the Roles and Responsibilities of a Yacht Skipper

Skippers are responsible for steering and controlling the yacht, ensuring that the journey is safe by avoiding hazards like bad weather and underwater obstacles.
Travel
#trauma
fromNewsday
1 week ago

NTSB report reveals why a Mexican Navy vessel hit the Brooklyn Bridge in fatal crash

The command to move slowly forward was misinterpreted, resulting in the vessel moving backward and colliding with the brooklyn bridge, causing significant damage.
NYC real estate
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Suspects in alleged hate crime in Provincetown used homophobic slur during attack, police say

The suspects in the alleged assault on a man early Monday morning used a homophobic slur during the attack, Provincetown police reported. The attack involved three men who assaulted the victim after they exited a black Lexus sedan.
SF LGBT
#recall
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Gadgets

Another Anker recall alert! Stop using these 5 power banks immediately

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Gadgets

Another Anker recall alert! Stop using these 5 power banks immediately

fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

A Classic Childhood Pastime Is Fading

Over the course of the 1990s, an average of 20.5 million children ages 7 to 17 hopped on a bike six or more times a year. Only a few decades later, that number has fallen by nearly half, to about 10.9 million in 2023.
Health
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Baywatch Made Me World Famous. My Stalker Stole My Privacy.

Alexandra Paul experienced a decade-long ordeal with a stalker that led to substantial legal costs, family strain, and relocation across state lines, ultimately sharing valuable lessons.
Podcast
#crime
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Canada news

'He was a decent, harmless man' - grandfather died after being stabbed in his home over 'personal grievance'

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Canada news

'He was a decent, harmless man' - grandfather died after being stabbed in his home over 'personal grievance'

#drowning
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Stand-up scooter rider killed during Queens rush-hour traffic collision

City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams urges the Department of Transportation to pause the e-scooter sharing program in Queens following a tragic fatality in a recent accident.
New York City
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

India: 12 killed in Telangana pharmaceutical factory blast DW 06/30/2025

At least 12 people were killed and dozens more injured following an explosion and fire at a pharmaceutical factory near Hyderabad.
Canada news
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Anker is recalling another five power banks over fire risks

Anker has issued its second product recall, warning that five additional power bank models should stop being used immediately due to risks of overheating, melting, smoke, or fire.
Gadgets
#home-improvement
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Revisiting Man vs. Bear and Women's Perception of Male Violence

It's important to note, of course, that this question was not actually about bears. It was a hypothetical situation that shone a light on the harassment that many women experience.
Women
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 year ago

What Does the US 'Worldwide Travel Alert' Actually Mean? We Asked Experts

This is the time when human relationships trump online booking. Travel advisors are paid to have your interest in mind and come to your assistance at times of crisis.
Travel
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
2 weeks ago

Helsinki turns to AI to spot e-scooter crashes before they happen

Each vehicle is fitted with sensors developed by UK-based See.Sense, which detect sudden braking, swerving, and vibrations that may signal road hazards.
Alternative transportation
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

ChatGPT Tells User to Mix Bleach and Vinegar

When a Reddit user asked ChatGPT for cleaning advice, it mistakenly suggested mixing bleach and vinegar, potentially creating dangerous chlorine gas.
Artificial intelligence
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

YUR ride-share launches in NYC with big perks for drivers

"Drivers are running on fumes, feeling exploited, while passengers are frustrated by surge pricing and a lack of transparency. It became clear: The rideshare industry needs a fundamental shift towards fairness for everyone involved."
NYC startup
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

London pedicab regulation moves forward after public backs tackling 'Wild West' rip-off fares and safety fears

Helen Chapman, TfL's director of Licensing & Regulation, said: Pedicabs can provide a unique and green way to see the capital. However, they have an impact on the safety of the road network and are currently unregulated.
London food
fromGamintraveler
2 weeks ago

Traveling Without This? The Health Insurance Mistake That Could Cost You Thousands

Travel health insurance is essential for safeguarding against unexpected medical expenses abroad—often costly, especially in countries with expensive healthcare systems.
Travel
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
2 weeks ago

'Vital' Barking rail footbridge to be reinstated after man's fall

The new footbridge will restore vital access for pedestrians across the rail network, following a serious incident that led to the closure of the previous bridge.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Our neighbour threatened my dad with a knife - why won't the housing association act?

Dilara expressed her frustrations, stating, "I'm just scared...it doesn't feel like a home to me anymore." This reveals the emotional toll that unresolved conflicts can have on residents.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Concerns over Notting Hill Carnival steward funds

This year, with just weeks to go before the Notting Hill Carnival, crucial funding for security and stewards hasn't been secured, posing significant crowd safety concerns.
London politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Aviation's biggest event of the year showed the industry has plenty of reasons to be cheerful

At the previous Paris Air Show in 2023 and last year's Farnborough Air Show, recovering from the pandemic was top of everyone's minds.
Tech industry
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