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US news
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Titan sub implosion caused by absolutely bonkers "toxic workplace environment"

OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush created a toxic work environment and bypassed safety regulations, leading to the Titan sub implosion.
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

SF's speed cameras are now issuing real tickets. Here's what to know.

San Francisco begins automatic speeding fines from Tuesday for drivers exceeding limits.
#tesla
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Tech industry

TechCrunch Mobility: The Tesla robotaxi Rorschach test and Redwood's next big act | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Tech industry

TechCrunch Mobility: The Tesla robotaxi Rorschach test and Redwood's next big act | TechCrunch

fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

WNBA: Fan arrested for throwing sex toy on court

"In line with WNBA Arena Security Standards, any fan who intentionally throws an object onto the court will be immediately ejected and face a minimum one-year ban in addition to being subject to arrest and prosecution by local authorities."
National Basketball Association
Miami
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Buyers seeking older condos, report says. See the latest on sales, prices

Older condos in Miami-Dade are selling faster than new ones due to new safety laws and lower prices.
Public health
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

What Will It Take to Automatically Brick Drivers' Cell Phones Behind the Wheel? - Streetsblog USA

Corporations and regulators must enforce 'do not disturb while driving' modes as default settings to combat distracted driving.
fromSan Jose Inside
4 weeks ago

Citing Security Threats, State Lawmakers Want to Hide Their Addresses

California lawmakers aim to restrict public access to officials' personal information for safety after violence against lawmakers.
fromGothamist
4 weeks ago

Looking into a basement apartment? NYC proposes new safety rules.

Tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of New Yorkers live in basement and cellar apartments, according to research by universities and nonprofits.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

6 Home Improvements You Can't Legally Do Without a License

DIY home improvement can save money, but lack of permits or licenses may lead to legal issues.
Permits are required for major renovations to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
#flooding
fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago
Public health

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

fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago
Public health

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

fromFortune
1 month ago

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

Federal regulators allowed Camp Mystic to operate without adequate flood safety measures despite its location in a designated flood zone.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Ban on ticketless football fans set to become law

Unauthorized entry to football matches in England and Wales will become a criminal offense, leading to bans and fines for violators.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Map Shows Texas Girls' Camp Where Dozens Drowned Was Located in High-Risk Flood Zone

"Due to the age of the camp, cabins in the flood-risk zone were likely constructed well before the detailed studies that identified the boundaries of the flood zone."
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Campaigners welcome new 'floating' bus stops pause

Sarah Gayton, street access campaign coordinator at the National Federation of the Blind of the UK, emphasized the need for new solutions, stating it is time to "go back to the drawing board and get better solutions for blind, visually impaired people, all bus passengers and cyclists." This highlights the potential dangers faced by vulnerable road users at floating bus stops.
London politics
#e-bikes
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

What Florida Condo Owners Need To Know as Reform Bill Takes Effect on July 1

New Florida law aims to relieve financial pressure on condo owners and improve transparency and flexibility in governing associations.
fromCyclingnews
1 month ago

The 5km rule returns at the Tour de France, but bonus second sprints are out

The extended 3km rule will improve safety during sprint finishes by awarding riders who crash within 5km of the finish the same time as their group.
Bicycling
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Explosion Leads to Massive Fire at NorCal Fireworks Warehouse, Evacuation Orders

A massive fire and explosion occurred at a fireworks warehouse in Yolo County, leading to evacuations and widespread damage.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany updates: Schools call for measures against heatwaves DW 07/01/2025

"There must be uniform occupational health and safety regulations for students and school employees," said Anja Bensinger-Stolze. "In addition to modernizing schools with green roofs and shade sails, a nationwide supply of free drinking water is necessary for all children, young people, and employees."
Europe news
#aviation
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
Canada news

Investigators begin analyzing data from black boxes of Air India flight that crashed

The analysis of black box data is key to understanding the Air India Boeing 787 crash that killed at least 270 people.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Washington DC

Army Blackhawk pilot in DC crash failed to heed flight instructor's command 15 seconds before deadly collision: report

Pilot error and communication failures were crucial factors in the deadly crash near Reagan International Airport.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Army Blackhawk pilot in DC crash failed to heed flight instructor's command 15 seconds before deadly collision: report

Pilot error and communication failures were crucial factors in the deadly crash near Reagan International Airport.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Here's what the new condo law requires. Is it too much to handle?

The new condo reform bill aims to enhance safety but complicates governance for condo associations.
Miami food
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Florida Condo Owners Hit With Skyrocketing HOA Fees Find Relief as New Bill Hits Gov. DeSantis' Desk

Florida's new condo reform bill aims to alleviate rising costs for homeowners while maintaining safety measures.
#freelancing
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

India: Helicopter crash in Uttarakhand kills 6 DW 06/15/2025

"A helicopter crash in Uttarakhand killed all six people onboard, prompting state officials to initiate rescue operations and investigate the incident thoroughly."
Skiing
#housing
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Terrifying Footage Shows Self-Driving Tesla Get Confused by the Sun, Mow Down Innocent Grandmother

Despite the advancement hype, Tesla's self-driving vehicles continue to raise concerns, especially following a fatal incident that resulted in the first pedestrian death linked to its software.
Cars
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A momentous day': families of Britons killed in 1980 oil rig disaster finally win compensation

Norway's parliament has voted to create a compensation scheme for families affected by the Kielland rig disaster, marking a significant but delayed milestone.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Norway to set up compensation scheme for 1980 oil rig disaster victims' families

Norway establishes a compensation scheme for victims' families of the Kielland disaster, marking a historic day for justice after 45 years.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London councillor refused permission to install dropped kerb at his home over road safety fears

A dropped kerb application by a Labour councillor was rejected due to road safety concerns, reversing a controversial previous approval.
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Hajj Begins With World's Largest Air Conditioner, Surveillance Drones, and a Ban on Children

The changes represent the most significant transformation of pilgrimage access in modern history, reflecting a major shift in how Hajj is approached and conducted.
Travel
#southwest-airlines
#paragliding
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Snowboarding

Chinese paraglider survives accidental 8,000-metre-high flight above the clouds

A paraglider was banned for six months after an accidental 8,000m ascent due to a strong updraft during a practice flight.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Snowboarding

Paraglider sucked into cloud vortex, nearly freezes to death miles above Earth

Chinese paraglider Liu Ge survived a perilous flight, experiencing extreme cold and oxygen deficiency after being sucked into a cloud at high altitude.
Snowboarding
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Paraglider sucked into cloud vortex, nearly freezes to death miles above Earth

Chinese paraglider Liu Ge survived a perilous flight, experiencing extreme cold and oxygen deficiency after being sucked into a cloud at high altitude.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'Implosion: The Titanic Sub Disaster' review: Documentary reveals disturbing truth about doomed Titan voyage

The documentary reveals ignored warnings and excessive hubris from inventor Stockton Rush leading to deep-sea tragedy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A new form of mass murder': the terrifying, twisty unsolved mystery of the Tylenol killer

Persuading Lewis to appear on camera was a coup for the makers of a new Netflix docuseries exploring a 1982 series of poisonings that resulted in the deaths of seven people in the Chicago area after they ingested Tylenol capsules laced with cyanide.
Film
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Proposal would require buffer zone distance between battery storage facilities and dwellings

Greater safety regulations are essential for battery-storage facilities due to rising hazards, according to a bipartisan group of lawmakers.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Schoolgirl who drowned at water park was unlawfully killed, coroner rules

A coroner found Kyra Hill's drowning unlawful due to severe health and safety failures at the water park.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Edison's safety record declined last year. Executive bonuses rose anyway

Utility executives face pay cuts for poor safety, but some bonuses still increased, reflecting a disconnect between performance and compensation.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Thames Water fined over 100,000 for carrying out unsafe works in London borough

Thames Water was fined for safety violations and non-compliance with local regulations during construction work in Kensington and Chelsea.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

BA fined 3m after luggage handlers hurt in falls

BA has been fined over 3.2m after two handlers were injured in falls at Heathrow due to lack of safety measures on their equipment.
UK news
Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Hotline between military and air traffic controllers in Washington hasn't worked for over 3 years

The malfunctioning hotline may have contributed to a recent near miss involving military helicopters in Washington, D.C.
fromCN Traveller
3 months ago

Can you move to an open seat on a plane? We asked flight attendants

Moving to an unoccupied seat on a plane without permission is rude and may violate safety regulations.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Commentary: Trump is wrong. My dad was a trucker, and he didn't need much English to do his job

"Why does that crazy man want to do this?" he asked me over the phone in Spanish before answering his own question. "It's because [Trump has] always had a lack of respect for the immigrant. We truckers don't deserve this."
SF parents
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Lamborghini yacht that sank near Miami Beach was overloaded by 20 people, its specs show

Yacht sank near Miami Beach while carrying 32 passengers, significantly over capacity.
The incident highlights safety concerns for overloaded vessels.
#brooklyn-mirage
fromNBC New York
3 months ago
NYC music

Brooklyn Mirage venue abruptly cancels May weekend shows

The Brooklyn Mirage canceled its opening weekend shows due to not meeting final inspection deadlines.
Refunds were promised to ticketholders amid ongoing safety collaborations with city officials.
fromBKReader
3 months ago
Brooklyn

After Inspection Delays, Brooklyn Mirage Pauses Reopening

Brooklyn Mirage's reopening was postponed due to permit issues, despite extensive renovations and assurances of safety.
The venue aims to prioritize compliance and safety regulations.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

After Inspection Delays, Brooklyn Mirage Pauses Reopening

Brooklyn Mirage's reopening was postponed due to permit issues, despite extensive renovations and assurances of safety.
The venue aims to prioritize compliance and safety regulations.
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

How a small Bay Harbor condo met Florida's tough rules. And kept costs down doing it

After the Champlain Towers South collapse, our board recognized it was time to proactively address necessary repairs before state regulators increased scrutiny. We're ahead of the curve.
Renovation
#kolkata
Cars
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Thinking of renting a limo in New York? DMV sets new limo policy in time for prom season | amNewYork

New law mandates safety presentations by stretch limousine operators before trips.
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Secret California Court Settlement Deal Set to Weaken Crucial Oil Refinery Rules

The fire at Chevron's Richmond refinery could have been prevented if the company acted on its internal safety recommendations about a corroded pipe.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

Thursday's Headlines: What a 'Waste' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

City Council's commercial waste collection reforms are slowly rolling out, with full implementation expected by the end of 2027.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Paddleboard firm owner jailed over deaths of four people on river in Wales

Nerys Bethan Lloyd, a former police officer, was sentenced to over 10 years after organizing a paddleboarding tour that resulted in the drowning deaths of four participants.
Snowboarding
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The devil wants this pattern of mass death repeated': Actors Guild of Nigeria calls for better regulation after two actors die

We have repeatedly warned that actors must join the guild to practice in Nollywood.
Independent films
fromwww.thelocal.it
4 months ago

LATEST: Two British nationals among four killed in cable car crash near Naples

"What happened today is an unimaginable, unforeseeable tragedy," said Umberto de Gregorio, head of the EAV public transport company, highlighting the shocking nature of the accident.
UK news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Fremont resident sues apartment complex after deadly fire

A resident sues the owner of Waterstone Apartments following a deadly fire that resulted in two fatalities and multiple injuries.
fromEngadget
4 months ago

China cracks down on 'autonomous' car claims after fatal accident

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has tightened rules for automotive advertising following a fatal crash involving a Xiaomi SUV, raising safety concerns.
Cars
#helicopter-crash
fromKOMO
4 months ago
NYC parents

Helicopter tour company shuts down after Hudson River crash kills six, FAA says

fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago
NYC startup

Hudson River helicopter crash: Tour company behind deadly collision is ceasing operations, FAA says | amNewYork

NYC startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

N.Y.C. Helicopter Company Shuts Operations After Deadly Crash, F.A.A. Says

New York Helicopter Tours has ceased operations following a fatal crash, highlighting safety concerns and prompting federal investigations.
NYC parents
fromAol
4 months ago

Schumer urges suspension of New York helicopter company's flights after fatal Hudson River crash that killed family and pilot

Schumer calls for suspension of New York Helicopter Tours after tragic crash that killed all on board, demanding a safety investigation.
Sen. Schumer urges FAA to revoke New York Helicopter Tours' operating certificate for safety concerns.
NYC parents
fromKOMO
4 months ago

Helicopter tour company shuts down after Hudson River crash kills six, FAA says

New York Helicopter Tours is shutting down operations following a tragic crash that killed six people, with investigations ongoing.
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago
NYC startup

Hudson River helicopter crash: Tour company behind deadly collision is ceasing operations, FAA says | amNewYork

NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

New York Helicopter Tours shuts down after Hudson River crash that killed 6: FAA

New York Helicopter Tours is shutting down operations following a deadly helicopter crash.
The FAA is reviewing the operator's license and safety record.
NYC startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

N.Y.C. Helicopter Company Shuts Operations After Deadly Crash, F.A.A. Says

New York Helicopter Tours has ceased operations following a fatal crash, highlighting safety concerns and prompting federal investigations.
fromAol
4 months ago
NYC parents

Schumer urges suspension of New York helicopter company's flights after fatal Hudson River crash that killed family and pilot

#helicopter-tours
fromNBC4 Washington
4 months ago
NYC startup

NYC helicopter company shuts down after deadly Hudson River crash, FAA says

New York Helicopter Tours is shutting down operations following a fatal crash that killed six including a family of five from Spain.
fromMyNorthwest.com
4 months ago
NYC politics

Schumer seeks to halt flights for New York helicopter company after deadly Hudson River crash

Senator Schumer demands a halt to helicopter tours amid safety investigations after a tragic crash killed six, renewing concerns over tour company safety practices.
NYC politics
fromMyNorthwest.com
4 months ago

Schumer seeks to halt flights for New York helicopter company after deadly Hudson River crash

Senator Schumer demands a halt to helicopter tours amid safety investigations after a tragic crash killed six, renewing concerns over tour company safety practices.
fromThe American Conservative
4 months ago

Trucking Has an Immigrant Problem-and Trump Can Fix It

The debate in Little Rock illustrates not only the contentious relationship between large lobbying entities and smaller trucking companies but raises critical safety concerns affecting drivers and public alike.
Right-wing politics
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

The outrageous 1963 law that Carmel still hasn't abolished

Carmel's unique law requires a permit for wearing high heels, aimed at preserving the city's landscape and minimizing safety risks.
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