Tag #Safety

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South Africa Mine Rescue: 246 Miners Saved, 78 Dead

A specialized mine rescue operation in South Africa successfully brought 246 surviving illegal miners and 78 bodies to the surface from a 1,280-meter-deep abandoned gold mine, using a technologically advanced cage and camera system after an initial refusal by authorities to assist led to at least 87...

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theguardian.com
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Boeing's 2024 Deliveries Plummet, Raising Doubts About Recovery

Boeing delivered only 340 planes in 2024, sharply below Airbus's 766, due to a mid-air incident, a fatal crash, a workers' strike, and supply chain issues, raising concerns about its recovery.

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Booming US Bunker Market Reflects Growing Fears of Nuclear War

Driven by fears of nuclear war, terrorism, and civil unrest, the US market for private bunkers is booming, projected to reach \$175 million by 2030, despite government experts deeming them a costly, ultimately futile measure against long-term nuclear fallout.

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cnn.com
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Turo Faces Scrutiny After Vehicles Used in Deadly Attacks

Two deadly attacks this week involved vehicles rented via the peer-to-peer car-sharing platform Turo, raising concerns about its liability and the potential impact on its planned IPO; Turo stated it is cooperating with law enforcement, but the incidents highlight the platform's safety vulnerabilitie...

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Swiss Olympic Snowboarder Killed in Avalanche

Swiss Olympic snowboarder Sophie Hediger, 26, died in an avalanche Monday in Arosa, Switzerland, while snowboarding with a companion on a closed slope; the companion called for help, and after an hourslong search, rescuers found Hediger buried in the snow, but she could not be revived.

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jpost.com
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Israeli Teenager Highlights Disparity in Safety During Recent Hezbollah Attacks

A 17-year-old Israeli teenager recounts their experiences during recent Hezbollah missile attacks, contrasting their access to shelters with the displacement of thousands of children near Israel's borders, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced safety measures and community resilience.

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nos.nl
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NS Considers Bypassing Maarheeze Station Due to Asylum Seeker Disturbances

The Dutch railway company NS is considering bypassing Maarheeze train station due to frequent disturbances caused by asylum seekers from a nearby center, resulting in 2700 reported incidents in 2023, costing €2.3 million in security measures, and impacting 1200 daily commuters.

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Chinese Actor Rescued After Human Trafficking in Thailand

Chinese actor Wang Xing was rescued in Myanmar after being trafficked through Thailand on January 3, prompting an investigation and reassurance from Thai authorities regarding tourism safety, despite several similar reported cases.

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Illegal Fireworks Cause Severe Injuries and Death in Germany

The illegal use of F4-category spherical bombs in Germany caused severe injuries, including one fatality and the loss of eyesight for another victim; 42 patients with severe injuries, including children, were treated at a Berlin hospital, prompting calls for stricter border controls and law enforcem...

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Dutch Fireworks Ban Ineffective: Nationwide Measures Needed

Despite local fireworks bans in 19 Dutch municipalities, injuries remain high due to conflicting government messaging and lack of enforcement; experts advocate for a nationwide ban and improved public education.

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Tesla Recalls 694,000 Vehicles Due to Faulty TPMS Software

Tesla recalled over 694,000 Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck vehicles due to a faulty software update causing the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light to not illuminate consistently, increasing crash risk; a free over-the-air software update was issued.

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A15 Viaduct Near Valburg Closed to Heavy Vehicles Due to Structural Concerns

Heavy vehicles over 30 tons are banned from the A15 viaduct near Valburg, Netherlands, starting tomorrow, due to structural issues discovered by Rijkswaterstaat involving a design flaw and damage from road salt. Rijkswaterstaat will conduct further research over the next few months.

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