Waymo, the Alphabet subsidiary, reported its robotaxi fleet has driven 25 million miles without a human driver. While Waymo claims their vehicles have a better safety record than human drivers, the NHTSA is investigating reports of unusual driving behaviors and collisions, raising concerns about the technology’s reliability.
Incessant rains have flooded Bengaluru, highlighting the city’s vulnerability and raising concerns about the safety of BBMP workers battling the deluge with inadequate equipment. As the city faces traffic chaos and concerns over public health, a viral video showcasing workers cleaning clogged drains with bare hands has sparked outrage and calls for better safety measures.
Russian TikTok star Arina Glazunova tragically died after falling in an underpass in Tbilisi, Georgia. The incident, captured on video, has sparked safety concerns about the structure, with many questioning the lack of adequate guardrails. Authorities maintain that the underpass meets safety standards from the Soviet era when it was built.
Boeing stock took a hit after its machinists rejected a labor deal, raising concerns about operational disruptions. Adding to the pressure, the NTSB issued urgent safety recommendations regarding the rudder control system on Boeing 737s, potentially affecting over 40 foreign operators.
Junior doctors in West Bengal are threatening to resume a total strike after a recent assault at a hospital in Kolkata. The doctors are demanding improved security measures after a patient’s relatives attacked doctors and nurses, and are awaiting the state government’s submission on safety in the Supreme Court. The strike comes a month after a doctor was brutally raped and murdered at another hospital.
Shakib Al Hasan, the veteran Bangladesh all-rounder, announced his intention to retire from Test cricket after the upcoming match against South Africa, but his plans hinge on receiving assurances for his safety and ability to leave the country amidst political turmoil. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) clarified that it cannot guarantee any security assurances, leaving Shakib’s future uncertain.
A 15-year-old bridge in Bihar’s Saran district collapsed on July 4, marking the third bridge collapse in the area within 24 hours. This incident adds to the alarming trend of bridge collapses in Bihar, with at least 12 bridges collapsing in the past 17 days. The recent collapses have raised concerns about the safety of bridges in the state, prompting investigations and a PIL in the Supreme Court.
A New Brunswick family’s summer plans have been shattered after their motorhome was stolen from their front yard within days of purchasing it, leaving them heartbroken and concerned for their safety.
The New Jersey Senate has canceled a hearing on a bill that would define antisemitism in the state due to alleged ‘safety and security concerns.’ The hearing was scheduled for Thursday but was marked ‘canceled’ on the state legislature’s website. No additional details were provided online about the reasons for the cancellation, but the Senate cited safety and security concerns as the reason. The legislation, Senate Bill 1292, was sponsored by Democratic state Sen. James Beach and aimed to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism in an effort to combat antisemitism in the state. The Senate’s decision to cancel the hearing has been met with frustration by Jewish organizations and community leaders, who argue that a bill designed to protect the rights and safety of Jews should not be canceled due to safety concerns.
Boeing faces mounting scrutiny after a series of incidents involving its aircraft, raising fresh questions about the company’s manufacturing processes and regulatory oversight. Recent mishaps include a United Airlines Boeing 737-800 incident in Japan, an Air Senegal Boeing 737 runway accident in Dakar, and a Corendon Airlines tire blowout in Turkey. These events add to the ongoing fallout from the 737 MAX tragedies, which eroded Boeing’s reputation. The incidents highlight the challenges in balancing innovation and safety within the aviation industry.
