Road traffic crashes kill 1.35 million people every year and injures over 50 million, often for life. Developing countries account for 93% of these victims and the most vulnerable road users (pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists) and the poor are disproportionately affected worldwide. Over the next two years, the ‘Make a Safety Statement’ campaign will appear… Continue reading The United Nations and JCDecaux launch global Road Safety campaign to address the number one cause of mortality for young people
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Auto Strike Looms, Threatening to Shut Detroit’s Big 3
The United Auto Workers union and the three Detroit automakers have less than two weeks to negotiate a new labor contract, and a strike of some sort seems increasingly likely. The union’s president, Shawn Fain, has primed rank-and-file members to be prepared to walk off the job if the union’s long list of demands for… Continue reading Auto Strike Looms, Threatening to Shut Detroit’s Big 3
4 Days, 690 Miles, Countless Stalls: Behold the ‘World’s Longest Yard Sale’
To the visitor driving in from out of state, the 127 Yard Sale seems like a kind of Ironman for thrifters. The “world’s longest yard sale” is a test of endurance and attention. Spanning six states, 690 miles and thousands of stalls, it traverses dramatic landscapes, delicate cultural terrain and two time zones. Seeing it… Continue reading 4 Days, 690 Miles, Countless Stalls: Behold the ‘World’s Longest Yard Sale’
What Driverless Waymo Taxi Rides Are Like in San Francisco
“Hello, Tripp,” a disembodied woman’s voice said through the speakers of a driverless taxi that was about to pick up a fare near the colorful Victorian houses known as the Painted Ladies. “This experience may feel futuristic,” the voice said. “Please don’t touch the steering wheel or pedals during the ride. For any questions, you… Continue reading What Driverless Waymo Taxi Rides Are Like in San Francisco
Dozens of Children Die in Hot Cars Each Year. Back-Seat Sensors Could Save Them.
Ever since Tyler Cestia left his son Thomas in his truck on a hot morning in June two years ago, he has felt, he said, like a cork bobbing in the ocean. It was June 14, 2021, and Mr. Cestia was preparing for a stressful audit at work when he forgot to drop off Thomas… Continue reading Dozens of Children Die in Hot Cars Each Year. Back-Seat Sensors Could Save Them.
Don Jr’s Twitter Account Got Hacked, Posted That Trump Had Died
“I will be running for president in 2024.” Don Jr. 2024 Donald Trump Jr.’s account on X-formerly-Twitter was apparently hacked today, NBC News reports, with the son of former president Donald Trump posting — falsely — that his father had died. “I’m sad to announce, my father Donald Trump has passed away,” the account tweeted,… Continue reading Don Jr’s Twitter Account Got Hacked, Posted That Trump Had Died
The UK Is Burning Climate Pledges to Fuel a Culture War
The UK government has taken the unusual step of scaling back major climate commitments, despite widespread pushback from scientists, businesses, and lawmakers across the political divide. In a speech today, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced the UK would push back deadlines for the planned phaseout of gas-powered vehicles, ending fossil-fuel heating in homes not connected… Continue reading The UK Is Burning Climate Pledges to Fuel a Culture War
Small Arms Market to Reach $14.15 Billion, Globally, by 2032 at 5.3% CAGR: Allied Market Research
The global small arms market is experiencing growth due to a rise in demand for small arms for competitive sporting events, growth in number of territorial conflicts across the globe, and growing innovation of modern weapons. PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Allied Market Research published a report, titled, “Small Arms Market by Type, Action… Continue reading Small Arms Market to Reach $14.15 Billion, Globally, by 2032 at 5.3% CAGR: Allied Market Research
The United Nations and JCDecaux launch global Road Safety campaign to address the number one cause of mortality for young people
Road traffic crashes kill 1.35 million people every year and injures over 50 million, often for life. Developing countries account for 93% of these victims and the most vulnerable road users (pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists) and the poor are disproportionately affected worldwide. Over the next two years, the ‘Make a Safety Statement’ campaign will appear… Continue reading The United Nations and JCDecaux launch global Road Safety campaign to address the number one cause of mortality for young people
Constant government failings means 2030 ban delay is no surprise
We’re long past the stage of debating whether or not the original 2020 decision to ban the sale of new internal-combustion-engined cars in 2030 was a good one, yet for better or worse the fact is the date was set both in the minds of car buyers and the industry itself in making investments to… Continue reading Constant government failings means 2030 ban delay is no surprise