Closure Safety First

Queensferry Crossing ice closure a 'safety first' decision

The bridge linking Edinburgh and Fife was closed for more than 15 hours due to a risk of falling ice.

Japan's nuclear watchdog disqualifies a reactor for the first time since Fukushima disaster

Japan’s nuclear watchdog has formally disqualified a reactor in the country’s north-central region from starting

Tech - ABC News - November 13

PSG handed stand closure for anti-gay chanting

Paris Saint-Germain will have to partially close a stand at their home stadium when they host Toulouse on Nov. 22 after being sanctioned over anti-gay chanting during a match against Strasbourg ...

Sports - ESPN - November 1

'My £750 vouchers are useless after restaurant closure'

Customers are told their vouchers are non-transferrable and to contact their banks.

Crisis-hit VW eyeing plant closures, deep pay cuts: report

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Labour leaders vow to fight VW factory closure plans in Germany

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Closure of UK inheritance tax ‘loophole’ to penalise estates of wealthy pensioners

Experts say big tax bills could result from Rachel Reeves’ move in the Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Thousands told to evacuate as fast-moving Mountain Fire explodes in Southern California

Over 130 homes have been destroyed in a wind-fueled wildfire in Southern California that has grown to over 20,000 acres, officials said Thursday as firefighters continued to try to control the ...

The VW labour boss at war with management over plant closures

Daniela Cavallo views clash as existential fight for carmaking in Europe’s biggest economy

Business - Financial Times - November 8

UK holds talks with China’s Jingye to avert closure of British Steel plants

Support package drawn from £2.5bn war chest being prepared to try and keep Scunthorpe site open

Business - Financial Times - November 9

Stellantis says ‘no plant closures or mass job cuts in Italy’ – report

World - Yahoo News - November 15

VW boss sticks to factory closure plans despite looming strike

World - Yahoo News - Yesterday

A look at safety measures taken at ballot printing facility

Runbeck Election Services shows how they securely print ballots for voters in nine states, including the battleground state of Arizona. For the general election, they'll print about 35 million ...

Saoirse Ronan says reaction to women's safety comment is 'wild'

Actress Saoirse Ronan responded to comments by Paul Mescal and Eddie Redmayne on The Graham Norton Show.

Kellyanne Conway worried about Trump's safety

Republican pundit Kellyanne Conway said her main worry about former President Trump on Election Day is his safety. “My main worry is that President Trump, his family and those around him remain ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

'It is scary': Women call for street safety action

Around 500 people took part in a march organised by a QUB society called Walkie Talkie Girlies.

Roblox announces new safety features for under-13s

The gaming platform has previously been criticised for allowing young users to be exposed to harmful content.

6 Tested Safety Apps for Personal Protection (2024)

Your smartphone or wearable could be a lifeline in emergencies. These apps could make all the difference.

Tech - Wired - November 7

Safety breakdown led to Greenock tug crew deaths

George Taft, 65, and Ian Catterson, 73, drowned in February last year when MV Biter capsized while assisting a cruise ship.

'Lucky to be alive' - crash survivor's safety plea

A woman who was left unable to walk and talk after a car crash is sharing her story to help others.

A look at the $3 billion classroom safety industry

With school shootings continuing throughout the U.S., classroom safety has become big business. Mark Strassmann takes a look at how some companies are trying to keep students safe.

Trial for Patriots safety Peppers set for January

A jury trial has been set for Jan. 22 for Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers, who pleaded not guilty in October to charges including strangulation and drug possession.

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Why parents are concerned over vaccine safety

Vaccine hesitancy is increasing among some parents who are expressing safety concerns. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has more as a new administration prepares to enter the ...

Volkswagen targets layoffs and 10% pay cuts amid plans for German plant closures, union says

Volkswagen is considering wide spread pay cuts and layoffs as well as closures or size reductions of its plants in Germany, the company's works council said Monday.

Business - CNBC - October 28

Midstate man gets closure on his late cousin’s cause of death during Vietnam War

World - Yahoo News - November 6

Klay Thompson takes needed step toward closure after bitter Warriors breakup with eventful homecoming

Thompson was honored on Tuesday night at Chase Center before the other Splash Brother got the last laugh

Sports - CBS Sports - November 13

School closures and travel delays as Arctic air brings snow and sleet to parts of the UK

World - Yahoo News - 5 days ago

What food safety experts steer clear of to avoid E. coli

An E. coli outbreak is believed to be linked to slivered onions on McDonald’s Quarter Pounders. Food safety experts explain why some types of produce have a higher risk of contamination.

Feds sweep NYC jail where Sean "Diddy" Combs is being held

The NYC jail where Sean "Diddy" Combs is being held was targeted with an interagency operation, federal prison officials said.

Boeing to raise up to $19bn amid costly strike and safety crisis

US manufacturer, which recently disclosed plan to cut 17,000 jobs, seeks to shore up balance sheet. Business live – latest updates Boeing has announced moves to raise as much as $19bn ...

World - The Guardian - October 28

What to know about recall concerns, U.S food safety

Concerns are growing over food safety in the U.S. after recent food recalls stemming from E. coli and listeria outbreaks. Keith Schneider, a food safety professor at the University of Florida, ...

Saoirse Ronan taken aback by ‘wild’ reaction to women’s safety comments

Comment on Graham Norton’s chatshow has gained support from women after clip shared around world . Saoirse Ronan has said the reaction to her comment about women’s safety on The Graham Norton Show ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Portakabin hospital ward faces further delay after safety review

The 30-bed ward at Forth Valley Royal Hospital was largely finished last year before work came to a halt.

Wave season finale moved over field safety fears

Sunday's NWSL regular-season finale between San Diego Wave FC and Racing Louisville FC has been moved to Lynn Family Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky, due to an unplayable field at Snapdragon ...

Sports - ESPN - November 2

Train safety system failed before fatal crash, report says

David Tudor Evans died after the crash and four others were seriously injured.

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