#safety-concerns

#safety-concerns

AI companies aren't just bombarding social media feeds with 'slop'; they're now making platforms of their own. One leader in this new frontier is Character.AI, a companionship platform where users build and interact with millions of AI characters, ranging from historic figures like Egyptian Pharaohs and Vladimir Putin to bots posing as HR managers, therapists, and toxic girlfriends. Founded in 2021 by a pair of Google engineers and backed by a list of superstar investors, the San Francisco company has rapidly grown in popularity.

Over four in five drivers (84%) say they wouldn't be willing to own a driverless car, according to Quotezone 's new survey, and only 12% of those surveyed have a positive opinion on the technology. One of the main reasons for the reluctance is concern around safety and accident risk, with nearly a quarter (24%) identifying safety as their biggest worry. Other concerns include the risk of technical failures or malfunctions (18%), lack of human control (17%), and cybersecurity threats such as hacking (12%).

Ispot him from across the parking lot at the indian Meadow Service Plaza in West Unity, Ohio. In the oppressive heat, his Tesla Cybertruck blends into the scenery, its shiny wrap shimmering in the sun like an oil slick. Clad in a bright-yellow T-shirt reading "DUCATI," he appears to be genuflecting to his vehicle, as if pledging it fealty. When I look again, I realize he is doing squats in front of the Cybertruck's windshield camera.

More and more, big arrays of lithium-ion batteries are being hooked up to electrical grids around the U.S. to store power that can be discharged in times of high demand. But as more energy storage is added, residents in some places are pushing back due to fears that the systems will go up in flames, as a massive facility in California did earlier this year. Proponents maintain that state-of-the-art battery energy storage systems are safe, but more localities are enacting moratoriums.

The district announced in late July that it had consolidated its routes to improve safety, increase efficiency, reduce student ride times, address an ongoing shortage of school bus drivers, and optimize resources. This included the removal of all bus stops on Grizzly Peak Boulevard, which the district attributed to safety concerns. A California Highway Patrol (CHP) spokesperson also told Berkeleyside in August that BUSD's decision to remove the stops was due to (the school district's) own safety concerns after multiple crashes.

No charges have been filed in the Haro case, and the mother may be telling the complete truth. The vast majority of parents who report children missing are genuine victims experiencing unimaginable trauma.

Deca describes his feelings about the federal forces in D.C., saying, "We're young, we want to go outside... we're afraid to go out because we're afraid, one wrong step..."

The Indian embassy in Dublin has issued a warning that there has been "an increase in the instances of physical attacks reported against Indian citizens in Ireland recently."

Jane was shocked to find the delivery driver in her bedroom, where he was masturbating. She demanded he leave immediately.

The children of an Indian taxi driver who was assaulted in an unprovoked attack are so scared for his safety that they have asked him to promise to never drive a taxi again.

"The stadium was busy, and we believe it is likely a number of people witnessed the incident, or may knowingly or unknowingly have caught it on mobile phone video footage."

Every summer, the neighborhood throws its own smaller-scale LGBTQ+ Pride event separate from the city's main annual parade taking place this weekend. It's just one of more than 200 Pride events taking place in Germany this year.

In the weeks leading up to the murder of four University of Idaho students, concerning incidents occurred, including a roommate's sighting of a suspicious man and an unsecured door.

A pause has been implemented on the use of Sig Sauer M18 pistols following a fatal incident involving a Security Forces airman, to ensure personnel safety.

Esther Obigbesan, a visually impaired Beyoncé fan, described her experience at the concert as dehumanizing after being asked to give up her cane to access the VIP area.

"You make music with your instincts. You live your life by your instincts. Always trust your instincts... The combination of extreme heat, unpredictable flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes, and massive forest fires make these risks for you our audience, the band, and the crew unacceptable."

"Police aim to shut it down and have issued temporary dispersal orders to prevent anti-social behaviour at the planned free food event at Morley's Chicken."

The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency is investigating GLP-1 weight loss drugs after linking them to hundreds of severe illnesses and a handful of deaths.

The US is ranked the 128th most peaceful country in the world, highlighting safety concerns linked to international conflicts and domestic tensions.

My suggestion of leaving a sign out with a message thanking all their delivery people was dismissed; my dad is no help here-his response was 'just do what your mother says because it makes her happy.'

A massive 85% of private hire drivers fear race riots will hit the streets of the UK again this summer, according to a GMB survey.

On Saturday, May 31, police were called to Bond Street, at 18:44 following reports of a road traffic collision between a bus and pedestrian. Met officers attended the scene alongside paramedics who treated a woman on scene before taking her to hospital. We await an update on the woman's condition.

Miami Fire Rescue responded to a significant fire at a lumber warehouse in Little River, resulting in emergency evacuations and a long firefighting effort.

Lemonia, a Greek taverna in Primrose Hill, faces dangers from e-bikes blocking access, jeopardizing deliveries and safety after a new parking bay installation by the council.

The EMA has recommended restricting the use of the chikungunya vaccine for individuals over 65 after serious adverse events were reported, raising safety concerns.

Pop Mart's decision to pause physical Labubu sales in the UK comes due to overwhelming demand, resulting in long lines which could compromise the safety of customers.