Tag #Safety

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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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Good Health and Well-being
dailymail.co.uk
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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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Good Health and Well-being
nos.nl
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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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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
zeit.de
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German Firefighters Face High Rates of Violence

A survey of over 7,500 German firefighters found that 75.1% of professionals reported experiencing violence (verbal abuse, threats, physical assault) during the past two years, compared to 43.8% of volunteers; many incidents went unreported due to perceived lack of effective prosecution.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
nytimes.com
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Al-Shaair Suspension Highlights NFL's Quarterback Protection Dilemma

Houston Texans safety Azeez Al-Shaair's hit on a sliding Trevor Lawrence resulted in a three-game suspension, sparking debate about the challenges defensive players face in protecting quarterbacks while playing aggressively under current NFL rules.

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english.kyodonews.net
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U.S. Grounds Osprey Aircraft Again Due to Safety Concerns

The U.S. military has temporarily grounded all its V-22 Osprey aircraft due to safety concerns, following a recent precautionary landing and a deadly crash last November in Japan that killed eight service members. This is the second grounding in under a year.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
npr.org
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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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No Poverty
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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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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Baden-Württemberg to Replace 73 Bridges After Dresden Collapse

Due to corroded tension steel, Baden-Württemberg will replace 73 bridges by 2030, costing 300 million Euros, following the collapse of Dresden's Carolabrücke on September 11th, 2023, which highlighted the hidden risks of corroded steel in older bridges.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
theguardian.com
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Amazon Workers Threaten Holiday Season Strike Over Contract Negotiations

Thousands of Amazon workers in New York, Chicago, and Atlanta are threatening a strike starting December 15, 2024, demanding contract negotiations after their union's victory at a Staten Island warehouse in March 2022 and citing concerns about pay, safety, and job security, especially in light of a ...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Southern Netherlands Criticizes Partial Pipeline Plan, Citing Safety Risks

The Dutch government's decision to limit a new pipeline to hydrogen and CO2, despite plans to include other hazardous substances like ammonia and LPG, faces criticism from Southern Netherlands. The region fears increased risks and delays in development due to continued hazardous rail transport.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
nos.nl
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EBU Implements New Measures to Improve Eurovision Safety

Following an incident and safety concerns at the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, the EBU is implementing a code of conduct, dedicated artist support, and filming restrictions for the 2024 contest in Basel to improve artist safety and well-being.

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