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#paragliding
Snowboarding
fromNew York Post
4 days 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.
Snowboarding
fromNew York Post
4 days 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.
#documentary
UK news
fromIrish Independent
4 days 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.npr.org
1 week ago

Southwest Airlines will require passengers to keep chargers visible due to fire risk

According to data collected by the Federal Aviation Administration, there have been at least 22 incidents related to air travel this year involving lithium batteries, some of which have resulted in fires.
US news
#legislation
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week 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.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week 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.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

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

Kyra Hill drowned due to gross health and safety breaches at Liquid Leisure, including deep water hazards without warning signs and a lack of emergency protocols.
UK news
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

How to Make a Living as a Writer | The Walrus

When people ask what I do for a living, I'm faced with two choices: either I can lie or I can bore them with the truth.
Writing
#california
#legal-proceedings
SOMA, SF
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Illegal injection case awaiting trial after Bay Area death of Kim Kardashian lookalike model

A Bay Area woman died after illegal cosmetic surgery performed by an unlicensed provider, raising concerns about safety in cosmetic procedures.
SOMA, SF
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Illegal injection case awaiting trial after Bay Area death of Kim Kardashian lookalike model

A Bay Area woman died after illegal cosmetic surgery performed by an unlicensed provider, raising concerns about safety in cosmetic procedures.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks 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
#air-traffic-control
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Washington DC

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

Washington DC
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks 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.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
1 month 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.
#air-travel
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks 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
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks 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
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 weeks 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.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 weeks 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.
Renovation
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

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

The Golden Key Condominiums have successfully navigated post-Surfside regulations while maintaining affordability for owners.
#kolkata
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

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

The Chevron refinery fire in Richmond was preventable, highlighting flaws in safety protocols and regulations.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

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

Pressed by Council Member Lincoln Restler (D-Brooklyn) on the years-long wait for urgent reforms, Lojan insisted he and his agency 'want to move as fast as we can' without risking safety or pricing issues that could result in the program's early demise.
NYC politics
Snowboarding
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

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

A former police officer has been sentenced to over 10 years in prison after a paddleboarding excursion led to the drowning of four individuals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month ago

Fremont resident sues apartment complex after deadly fire

Zhang alleges that the apartment's management should be held liable for injuries and other damages suffered by the dozens of residents of the 30-unit building.
SF parents
Cars
fromEngadget
1 month ago

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

Chinese authorities have banned the use of 'smart driving' and 'autonomous driving' in automotive ads to enhance safety regulations.
#helicopter-crash
NYC startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month 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 politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Mayor Adams still backs helicopter tourism. Jersey City Mayor Fulop says it has to go.

Jersey City Mayor calls for limiting tourist flights after fatal helicopter crash.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Sen. Schumer calls for FAA to revoke license for helicopter company in Hudson River crash that killed 6

Sen. Schumer is calling for the FAA to revoke New York Helicopter's license due to safety concerns following a tragic crash.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month 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 politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Hudson River helicopter crash: Schumer demands tougher FAA regulations while ripping company that chartered doomed flight | amNewYork

Senator Schumer calls for revocation of New York Helicopter Tours' flight license following a deadly crash into the Hudson River.
NYC parents
fromKOMO
1 month 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.
NYC startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month 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 politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Mayor Adams still backs helicopter tourism. Jersey City Mayor Fulop says it has to go.

Jersey City Mayor calls for limiting tourist flights after fatal helicopter crash.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Sen. Schumer calls for FAA to revoke license for helicopter company in Hudson River crash that killed 6

Sen. Schumer is calling for the FAA to revoke New York Helicopter's license due to safety concerns following a tragic crash.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month 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 politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Hudson River helicopter crash: Schumer demands tougher FAA regulations while ripping company that chartered doomed flight | amNewYork

Senator Schumer calls for revocation of New York Helicopter Tours' flight license following a deadly crash into the Hudson River.
NYC parents
fromKOMO
1 month 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.
#helicopter-tours
NYC politics
fromMyNorthwest.com
1 month 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.
NYC politics
fromMyNorthwest.com
1 month 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.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

The outrageous 1963 law that Carmel still hasn't abolished

Carmel Police Chief Paul Tomasi mentioned, 'High heels are particularly dangerous on our sidewalks as they can be uneven in many places,' highlighting safety concerns related to the city's unique topography.
San Francisco
Bicycling
fromcyclingnews.com
2 months ago

UCI issues a record eight yellow cards as Jordi Meeus and Lily Williams lead weekend's racing misdemeanours

The UCI is enforcing strict safety regulations in cycling, issuing more yellow cards than ever for reckless behavior.
Riders can face severe penalties for repeated infractions, highlighting the UCI's focus on maintaining safety within the sport.
#e-bikes
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Cuo-No! Disgraced Ex-Gov Embraces Fever Dream of Anti-Bike, Anti-Safety Cranks - Streetsblog New York City

Cuomo's e-bike safety plan includes controversial licensing but lacks new proposals, raising concerns about its effectiveness and approach to bike lane infrastructure.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Cuo-No! Disgraced Ex-Gov Embraces Fever Dream of Anti-Bike, Anti-Safety Cranks - Streetsblog New York City

Cuomo's e-bike safety plan includes controversial licensing but lacks new proposals, raising concerns about its effectiveness and approach to bike lane infrastructure.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
2 months ago

Council tenants left sweltering after new windows installed INSIDE OUT

"I can't believe it... They should be named and shamed. It's embarrassing. It's incompetent, to say the least."
London politics
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
2 months ago

Can you put a boiler in a loft? We take a look at the pros, cons, costs and more

It's crucial to ensure proper access and installation conditions when considering placing a boiler in a loft, to facilitate both safety and maintenance inspections.
London politics
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Capsized Boat Near Jacksonville, Fla., Leaves 1 Dead and 3 Missing

One person died and three others, including two children, are missing after a boat capsized near Jacksonville, Fla.
No one on the boat was wearing life jackets during the incident.
DC food
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Amazon is fighting the government's efforts to get it to recall hazardous products

Amazon is suing the CPSC over product recall responsibilities, claiming it is a logistics provider, not a distributor.
#north-macedonia
London music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

59 Dead in Pyrotechnics Fire at Nightclub in North Macedonia

In a nightclub fire in North Macedonia, 59 people died and over 155 were injured due to pyrotechnics mishap during a performance.
Cars
fromWIRED
2 months ago

What's Lost When the Human Drivers Are Gone?

The future of driverless cars is being actively explored, with potential impacts on urban transportation and safety regulations.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Seven organisations face government contract ban over Grenfell Tower tragedy

The Grenfell Tower fire inquiry has prompted potential sanctions and an investigation into firms involved, emphasizing accountability in safety violations.
Wine
fromEarth911
3 months ago

How to Dispose of Liquor and Denatured Alcohol Safely

Proper disposal of liquor and denatured alcohol is crucial for health and environmental safety.
#transportation-department
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Nominee for Deputy Transportation Secretary Comes Under Fire for Handling of Boeing

Senators scrutinized Steven Bradbury's role in obstructing the congressional investigation into Boeing Max crashes and questioned his safety record.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Nominee for Deputy Transportation Secretary Comes Under Fire for Handling of Boeing

Senate Democrats are critically scrutinizing Steven Bradbury, Trump's nominee for deputy transportation secretary, over his handling of Boeing crash investigations.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Nominee for Deputy Transportation Secretary Comes Under Fire for Handling of Boeing

Senators scrutinized Steven Bradbury's role in obstructing the congressional investigation into Boeing Max crashes and questioned his safety record.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Nominee for Deputy Transportation Secretary Comes Under Fire for Handling of Boeing

Senate Democrats are critically scrutinizing Steven Bradbury, Trump's nominee for deputy transportation secretary, over his handling of Boeing crash investigations.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Moment furious boater disrupts River Thames regatta and screams you don't own the f****** water'

A boater disrupted a rowing race on the Thames, endangering young rowers and disrespecting safety regulations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Barcelona to fine e-scooter users up to 500 for riding on pavements

"With a top speed of about 25mph, e-scooters are much faster and in the event of an accident more dangerous than bicycles. They have also become the favoured getaway vehicle by Barcelona’s numerous bag and mobile phone thieves."
FC Barcelona
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

Three foreigners die in Bangkok hotel fire, authorities say

Three foreigners died in a hotel fire in Bangkok; the incident prompted a call for improved safety inspections in tourist accommodations.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Death toll rises in Nigerian charity event stampedes DW 12/22/2024

The number of people who died in stampedes at two charity events in Nigeria has risen from 13 to 32, with President Bola Tinubu urging stricter safety measures.
Miscellaneous
#boat-capsizing
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