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Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I couldn't see, breathe or sing. I blacked out twice': why are so many metal bands wearing masks?

Masked performances in metal enhance artistry despite practical challenges and have gained popularity among genre-meshing acts.
Remote teams
from3blmedia
1 day ago

Why Traditional Evacuation Plans Fall Short in Hybrid Work

Hybrid work complicates evacuation plans, creating gaps when designated safety personnel are absent, necessitating a shift to more inclusive safety strategies.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Person seriously injured in fall at Firefighting Academy facility

Emergency crews responded around 9:05 a.m. to the Department of Fire Services Firefighting Academy facility, where a person had been reportedly injured in a fall.
Boston
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Police defend officers after revellers injured during raid on MoD land illegal rave

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
Film
fromThe Independent
3 days ago

Jonathan Majors suffers fall on Daily Wire movie as crew strikes over safety concerns

Jonathan Majors' film set incident raises safety concerns, leading to crew walkouts and a union strike.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

More than 20 people injured after driver crashes into crowd at Louisiana parade

More than 20 people were injured on Saturday after an alleged drunk driver plowed into pedestrians at a Louisiana parade celebrating the Lao New Year.
Los Angeles
Real Madrid
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

One dead and dozens injured at Peru football stadium during pre-match event

One person died and dozens were injured at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima, Peru, during a flag-waving event before a football match.
Barcelona
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Peru: Stadium crush leaves one dead, dozens injured

A fan crush at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima resulted in one death and 60 injuries during a flag-waving event for Alianza Lima fans.
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Donal Lynch: Chappell Roan's security, Sinead O'Connor's fire regulations and a crazy fan's guide to skittish stars

Sinéad O'Connor sat opposite me on the phone to her manager. 'Yeah tell them it's not going to be possible, fire regulations yada yada ...' This statement reflects her decision to prioritize her emotional well-being over the expectations of her fans.
Women
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

Man arrested after setting off pyrotechnics on German train, injuring 12

The suspect was locked in a bathroom by passengers after setting off the pyrotechnics, police said in a statement, adding that the man was carrying two knives.
Germany news
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

FIFA Fan Festivals In New Jersey: Different Parks, Different Risks, Same Security Expectations? - Above the Law

Successful events hinge on detailed planning, including site maps, barricade layouts, and medical staging areas. These elements are critical for safety and operational success.
Environment
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
US news
fromVulture
6 days ago

Eugene Mirman Seriously Injured in Car Crash

Eugene Mirman was rescued from a serious car crash on March 31 by New Hampshire governor Kelly Ayotte and bystanders.
#kanye-west
Music
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Wireless Festival boss defends Kanye West appearance

Kanye West's headlining at Wireless Festival has sparked backlash, but the managing director advocates for forgiveness and second chances.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Wireless festival says Kayne West still due to perform despite calls for ban

Kanye West is still scheduled to perform at the Wireless festival despite widespread criticism for his antisemitic remarks.
Psychology
fromFortune
1 week ago

What avalanche safety training can teach corporate boards about bad decisions | Fortune

Unanimous decisions in corporate boards may indicate group dynamics issues rather than true agreement, similar to avalanche safety training.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Sombr stopped a show over safety - but are concerts in the UK really that risky?

Artists are increasingly prioritizing fan safety during performances, reflecting heightened awareness after past tragedies.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Security guard at the center of Chappell Roan controversy breaks silence: 'I take full responsibility'

Pascal Duvier clarifies his role in an incident involving Ada Law, denying any connection to Chappell Roan's security team.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Man who talked down hospital bomber says would-be attacker asked for a cuddle

A hospital patient prevented a bombing by showing kindness to the attacker, who later received a lengthy prison sentence for his actions.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Chappell Roan Has a 'Zero Tolerance' Policy for Aggressive Behavior Towards Fans

Chappell was not aware of any interaction between this mother/daughter and a third-party security office. She did not see them at breakfast in her hotel.
NYC parents
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Six injured after floor collapses at NH wedding venue

The floor collapse at a wedding venue in Tamworth, New Hampshire, injured six people, with investigators citing overcapacity as a potential cause.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Healey announces kickoff of public safety initiative for 2026 World Cup

The friendly match in Foxborough will test Massachusetts' safety plan for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
US news
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Robot dance show ends in DISASTER as young boy is slapped in the FACE

A young boy was accidentally hit in the face by a performing robot during a dance show in Shaanxi Province, China.
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Live Nation Directors Mocked Customers in Explosive Just-Released Messages, Saying They're "Stupid" for Allowing Themselves to Be Gouged

Live Nation directors openly mocked customers as 'stupid' in internal messages while bragging about inflating fees and 'robbing them blind' through excessive ancillary charges.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Police probe fan altercation at Emirates after Barry claims

An altercation occurred in the away section at Emirates Stadium during Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Everton, with Everton striker Thierno Barry reporting his friends were attacked and escorted by security due to retaliation fears.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Seoul raises terror alert as it prepares to host BTS comeback concert

South Korean president Lee Jae Myung warned at a cabinet meeting this week that the issue is safety and urged heightened vigilance by the interior ministry and emergency services to prepare for every possibility. He described the concert as an important occasion to reaffirm the country's global cultural standing.
NYC music
Law
fromPitchfork
3 weeks ago

Live Nation Executives Brag About "Robbing" Ticket Buyers in Slack DMs

Live Nation settled a DOJ antitrust lawsuit with requirements to cap exclusivity contracts at four years, limit ticketing fees to 15%, divest from 13 venues, and pay $300 million, while released Slack messages revealed executives joking about overcharging fans.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

Weekend mass shooting in Oakland: What we know

A mass shooting at an Oakland nightclub killed two people and injured five others early Saturday morning, marking the city's 13th and 14th homicides of the year.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Oscars security tighter than ever: 1-mile police buffer amid Iran war

The 2024 Oscars ceremony features unprecedented security measures due to heightened geopolitical tensions, recent violent incidents, and lessons from post-9/11 protocols.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

People who stay calm during emergencies but fall apart over minor inconveniences aren't fragile. Their system was calibrated for catastrophe, and it genuinely doesn't know how to scale down to a traffic jam or a lost set of keys. - Silicon Canals

Accumulated small daily frustrations can trigger greater stress responses than single major crises in people whose nervous systems were calibrated for survival under chronic danger or high-stakes conditions.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Discussing Use of Force in Security: A Challenging Discussion?

Use of force in security cannot be entirely avoided but should be deployed only as a last resort when lesser options fail, requiring comprehensive training in tactics, de-escalation, and legal authority.
Media industry
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Live Nation director boasted of gouging ticket buyers, "robbing them blind"

Live Nation employees discussed raising prices for VIP parking and club access, prompting government antitrust litigation scrutiny over whether the messages demonstrate anticompetitive pricing practices.
#venue-safety
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Sombr slams O2 Academy Brixton over safety concerns

Grammy-nominated singer Sombr criticized Brixton Academy's security after fans fainted during his concert, citing poor crowd management and safety concerns.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Bomb threat reportedly halts plane at Logan 'for hours' before being deemed 'not credible'

A bomb threat forced a JetBlue flight to remain on the tarmac at Boston Logan Airport for hours, but authorities determined the threat was not credible.
Business intelligence
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

Listen to the Live Nation CEO's alleged threats to a concert venue

A 2021 call between Live Nation and Barclays Center executives reveals disputed interpretation of whether CEO Michael Rapino's comments about a new competitor constituted a threat or legitimate business concern regarding ticketing arrangements.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Four Disneyland employees hospitalized in hazmat situation at theme park

Four Disneyland employees were hospitalized after exposure to an unknown odor in a backstage Tomorrowland area caused dizziness and shortness of breath.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Flight Attendants and Pilots Use These 4 Phrases on Board to Signal Emergencies-Here's What to Listen For

Aviation crews use coded language like 'Code 300' and 'Angel' to discreetly communicate medical emergencies and deaths without causing passenger panic.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

World Cup Safety and Security Is About More than Just Crime

The 2026 World Cup requires seamless interagency coordination and next-generation technologies like drones and AI to manage unprecedented security risks across 11 cities.
London music
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The nightmare of organizing a Morrissey concert

Morrissey cancelled his Valencia concert hours before performance, citing sleep deprivation from nearby street party noise during Fallas festival preparations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN Anchor Evacuates Studio Amid Blaring Alarms In Stunning Live War Zone Moment

I'm Becky Anderson in Abu Dhabi. With the alarms going off here suggesting we should seek immediate shelter in the closest source. So we'll do that. Our breaking news coverage continues after this short break.
World news
#wembley-stadium-safety
Miscellaneous
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Why you can't get a signal at festivals and sports matches

Modern sports stadiums require robust connectivity infrastructure to support fans, broadcasters, emergency services, and operational needs simultaneously.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Guards may watch tracks to prevent deaths

Palo Alto plans to hire Orion Security guards to monitor Caltrain crossings 24/7 to prevent teen suicides under a $1.7 million city–school district funded contract.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Asking Eric: This person didn't care that they were ruining the concert for me

Respect others' enjoyment in shared social settings by balancing personal behavior with creativity and direct communication to resolve conflicts.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Super Bowl gears up for massive security operation

Federal, state and local agencies, including multiple DHS components, will provide extensive security support for the Super Bowl and surrounding events in the Bay Area.
Gadgets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Sure enough, it's gone': Brooklyn venues targeted for mass phone thefts during concerts

Phone thefts at concerts in New York have increased, targeting attendees (especially at metal and EDM shows) because U.S. iPhones fetch high prices abroad.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
New York Mets
fromMbtn
2 months ago

That's the Ticket

The Mets delayed single-game ticket sales while reshaping their roster, adding Bo Bichette but still needing pitching and veteran leadership.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

With big events coming to the Bay Area, would-be concertgoers should watch for ticket scams

Use verified resellers and buyer-protected payment methods; beware speculative listings and social-media sellers when purchasing event tickets.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Critical incident declared at city hospital trust

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust declared a critical incident due to unprecedented patient demand, causing severe delays and elective procedure rearrangements to protect patient safety.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Studio Museum Evacuates Visitors After "Sprinkler Emergency"

A sprinkler malfunction caused water to pour into the Studio Museum in Harlem's gift shop, prompting an evacuation and FDNY response; no injuries reported.
National Football League
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Take a look inside an NFL stadium in the chaotic hours leading up to game day

Mercedes-Benz Stadium crews transform the venue between consecutive events in 18 hours, repainting the field, removing confetti, cleaning stands, and prepping food for thousands.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

Watch your step! Injury stats point to first aid, training needs as priorities

Farmers aged 45–50 had the most grain farm injuries; foot injuries (sprains, fractures) dominate—keep first-aid kits stocked, carry splints, and provide first-aid and safety training.
Digital life
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Coronavirus: what a time to be live

Instagram Live usage surged during Covid-19 as influencers favor authentic, raw, home-shot content to build meaningful audience connections.
fromWGB
2 months ago

Rockstar North Cordoned Off Following Explosion (Update: They're Open!)

Original Story: Rockstar North, part of the massive company developing , has been cordoned off following an explosion in the early hours of January 19. "We were alerted at 5.02am on Monday, 19 January to attend an incident on Holyrood Road, Edinburgh," a spokesperson for Scottish Fire and Rescue Service told The Herald. Fire crews had left by around 9am.
Video games
fromMbtn
1 month ago

Take Your Seats

So another word about tickets. They did finally announce single-game tickets were going on sale, but only for games though June. It's not enough to keep season plans limited to those requiring fans to buy more tickets than they can use, feeding the secondary markets which the Mets also get a cut of, but "make-your-own-plan" fans like me who've reliably occupied seats for decades,
New York Mets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Brian May says US is currently too dangerous for Queen to tour there

Queen guitarist Brian May has ruled out touring in the US for the foreseeable future, because of the potential danger it would pose. Speaking to the Daily Mail, the 78-year-old said: America is a dangerous place at the moment, so you have to take that into account. It's very sad because I feel like Queen grew up in America and we love it, but it's not what it was. Everyone is thinking twice about going there at the moment.
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Critical incident declared at hospitals by trust

Rising demand for services has led an NHS trust serving Suffolk and Essex to declare a critical incident. East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust told the BBC it was facing "significant pressure", including hospitals in Ipswich and Colchester. Earlier this month, the NHS reported a rise in flu and other winter viruses after Christmas. The trust has encouraged people to seek help from pharmacists or use NHS 111 where appropriate.
Public health
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Cages, crushes and stabbings - is European away safety getting worse?

Safety for football fans at some European away matches is worsening, with poor organisation, aggressive policing and restrictive security measures causing dangerous and undignified situations.
Law
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

How Unexpected Workplace Incidents Can Disrupt Business Continuity

Unexpected workplace incidents can quickly disrupt operations, creating legal liability, staffing strain, lost momentum, and eroded trust for small and mid-sized businesses.
US news
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Security Risks Around Super Bowl LX: What Security Leaders Should Be Watching

Super Bowl security faces elevated, interlocking cyber, physical, and influence-driven risks requiring heightened vigilance and integrated threat mitigation.
Music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Asking Eric: I got in a dispute at the concert and now I'm afraid to go back

Continue attending shows with friends' support, prioritize personal safety and community, and avoid trying to fix another person's aggression.
California
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Speculative Ticketing Undermines Artists, Venues, and Fans Alike

Speculative ticket listings and deceptive websites enable scalpers, inflate prices, defraud consumers, and require legislative reform such as AB 1349 to protect fans.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Taylor Swift concert attack plot leads to terrorism charges against 21-year-old man

A 21-year-old in Vienna allegedly planned an IS-inspired attack on Taylor Swift concerts, produced TATP, sought weapons, and has been charged and detained.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Hospital disruption continues after fire

A fire in the endoscopy unit at Southampton General Hospital forced evacuation of over 200 patients, cancellation of planned operations, and diversion of emergency cases.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Boston police release Super Bowl safety plan, limiting traffic, parking, pedestrian access

Boston will enforce traffic, parking, and pedestrian restrictions around campuses and nightlife districts during Super Bowl LX, with increased patrols and cold-weather safety warnings.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
2 months ago

Tottenham increase security for club officials amid rising fan unrest

Tottenham increased security for senior officials at away matches amid fan unrest, protests demanding ownership and transfer changes, and confrontations involving players and executives.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

London celebrity nightclub to reopen after fire on Monday morning

Kensington Roof Gardens suffered a rooftop plant-room fire; around 40 people evacuated, no injuries, nightclub hopes to reopen in days while cause remains under investigation.
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Brian May Rules Out Queen Shows in US: "America Is a Dangerous Place at the Moment"

"America is a dangerous place at the moment, so you have to take that into account,"
Music
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

19 "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever, EVER Make, According To First Responders

Prioritize immediate assistance over recording, call emergency services, learn airway-clearing and choking first aid, and secure pets so responders can access the scene safely.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Data centre blaze tackled by 60 firefighters

LFB Dozens of firefighters have extinguished a fire in the basement of a data centre in east London. London Fire Brigade (LFB) said around 60 firefighters and eight fire engines were called to Nutmeg Lane, Blackwall at 04:50 GMT on Saturday. The fire broke out in a battery room containing lead-acid batteries and was brought under control before 07:00. The cause of the blaze has not been determined.
UK news
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Demi Lovato cancels five shows, pushes back start of tour to 'protect health'

Demi Lovato canceled five shows and postponed the It's Not That Serious tour start to prioritize health and build more rest and rehearsal time.
Music
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Maynard James Keenan on Tool's "No Phone" Policy: "It's About the Person Behind You"

A strict no-phone concert policy limits fan filming to designated moments so attendees' views stay unobstructed and the live experience remains courteous.
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