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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Greggs makes major change to stores in shoplifting hotspots

The safety of our colleagues and customers remains our number one priority. Greggs is trialing placing refrigerated items behind the counter to combat shoplifting.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Online dating advice: five ways to stay safe, according to the experts

Many dating apps are implementing stronger safety measures, including identity verification and abuse reporting systems, in response to increasing complaints about online harassment.
Privacy technologies
#community-response
fromPitchfork
3 weeks ago

Announcing Scheduling Updates to Pitchfork Music Festival CDMX 2025

"The amendments to Pitchfork Music Festival CDMX 2025 reflect regulatory changes in Mexico, ensuring safety while adapting to new event guidelines, ultimately prioritizing the attendee experience."
NYC music
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

'My car was almost stolen TWICE in Bexleyheath - here's how I stopped it'

My wife's car was stolen from our drive by thieves who cloned the key through our front door, all of which was caught on camera.
Information security
#walthamstow
New York Rangers
fromFox News
1 month ago

NYC helicopter tour company shuts down after Hudson River crash that killed 6: FAA

New York Helicopter Tours is ceasing operations following a fatal crash that killed all six aboard, pending investigation by FAA and NTSB.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I bought a Cybertruck for my business. After receiving threats, I paid over $400 to teach my staff self-defense.

The threats targeting my business followed our recent purchase of a Cybertruck, which was meant to enhance our branding. No one anticipated the backlash.
Mental health
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany: Schools closed over extremist right threats DW 04/07/2025

Duisburg schools closed as a precaution due to threats involving right-wing extremism, affecting nearly 18,000 students.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Kind and respectful' boy, 15, who died in Beckenham lake named by football club

The tragedy highlights the urgency for increased safety measures in public recreational areas, especially around water bodies, to prevent such heartbreaking incidents in the future.
London politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Plastic or fantastic? Grand National steps out on delicate high-wire act

The Grand National sees significant betting and viewership, but safety changes spark debate on its character.
#emergency-response
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Something steamy has been stacking up on Manhattan streets for over 140 years

The brightly colored, hard-to-miss stacks serve Con Ed's steam system, which has been operational since 1882, extending throughout Manhattan for heating and energy.
NYC politics
#miami-beach
Miami
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Spring break rules are starting in Miami Beach. What to know about parking and shutdowns

Miami Beach is implementing restrictions for spring break to manage crowd sizes.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Spring break rules are starting in Miami Beach. What to know about parking and shutdowns

Miami Beach is implementing restrictions for spring break to manage crowd sizes.
London
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

UK's Heathrow airport shuts amid outage, throwing global travel into chaos

Heathrow Airport is closed until midnight Friday due to a power outage, affecting thousands of travelers.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC Target bars kids under age 18 without adult after rash of delinquent fights

Target in Brooklyn bans kids under 18 from entering without adult supervision to address delinquent behavior.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Everything you need to know about the A2, A21, A20, and A282 road closures this week

Drivers using the A2, A21, A20, and A282 should brace for potential delays and diversions this week as essential maintenance work gets underway.
London music
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

St. Patrick's Day Parade in NYC: getting there, public transit tips and more

The St. Patrick's Day Parade in NYC emphasizes safety and public transit for attendees.
Arts
from48 hills
2 months ago

Drama Masks: When illness derails the performance - 48 hills

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact theater performances and audience attendance due to illness and safety concerns.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

CalBike's 2025 Legislative Agenda - Streetsblog California

CalBike's legislative agenda includes sponsoring bills like the Quick-Build Pilot and Bicycle Highways Bill to improve active transportation and road safety in California.
SF politics
Los Angeles
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Large Fire Erupts at Industrial Complex in Pennsylvania, Closing Schools

A significant fire at an aviation manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania prompted evacuations and school closures due to potential hazardous air pollution.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Weather service issues flood advisory for part of Sonoma County

A flood advisory for a small portion of Sonoma County was issued by the National Weather Service, warning of possible flooding from local waterways due to heavy rainfall.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
4 months ago

Los Angeles wildfire reaches Getty Villa grounds, but 'staff and the collection remain safe'

"Fortunately, Getty had made extensive efforts to clear brush from the surrounding area as part of its fire-mitigation efforts throughout the year," Katherine E. Fleming, the president and chief executive of the J. Paul Getty Trust, stated. "Some trees and vegetation on site have burned, but staff and the collection remain safe. Additional fire-prevention measures in place at the villa include water storage on-site."
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Ex-detective warns parents of red flags with popular video game Roblox's new rule

"Whilst Roblox has made what appears positive changes to protect children under the age of 13, the changes are a fake 'security' measure for parents and less than what Roblox can do to protect children."
Parenting
fromcyclingnews.com
5 months ago

'Riders are going too fast!' - Tour de France director blames crashes on increasing racing speeds

Christian Prudhomme, the general director of the Tour de France, emphasized that reducing the speed of the peloton is essential for ensuring safety in cycling competitions. He noted that the faster the riders go, the greater the risk they pose to themselves and others on the course. Prudhomme highlighted the dangerous pressure that car and motorbike drivers face, suggesting that the consequences of not addressing speed could be dire, particularly in critical race situations.
Bicycling
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