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RFK Jr could lead US health and food safety in a second Trump term

Kamala Harris says vaccine skeptic is ‘exact last person’ who should be setting policy for families and children. Robert F Kennedy Jr could assume some control over US health and food safety in a ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

NHS patient-safety system to be overhauled

The health secretary sets out a review of six key bodies, as changes to the main regulator are unveiled.

FAA opening Boeing safety review

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Friday it is opening a review into Boeing's safety processes to ensure they meet the administration's requirements. "The review will focus on key ...

Politics - The Hill - October 18

Fleeing Israeli Bombs, the Displaced in Lebanon Search for Safety

Schools, clubs and parks have become places of refuge as the displaced seek safety amid Israeli bombings.

World - The New York Times - October 16

Titans cut safety Adams, honoring his request

The Titans released Jamal Adams, honoring the three-time Pro Bowl safety's request.

Sports - ESPN - October 17

Alpine neighbor concerned about safety at busy road

Willows Road in Alpine is a popular way to get to Viejas Casino or the outlets. ABC 10News Reporter Tali Letoi speaks with a neighbor who says the busy road is becoming a problem.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18

The FAA is opening a new review of safety at Boeing

The Federal Aviation Administration is opening a new review of safety at Boeing

NYC’s the Vessel set to reopen with new safety features

The Vessel, Manhattan's popular honeycomb-shaped pedestrian tower, is reopening with new safety nets after it was closed in 2021 due to a string of suicides. WNBC's Chris Glorioso reports.

Tesla Self-Driving System Will Be Investigated by Safety Agency

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it was looking into what Elon Musk’s electric car company called the full self-driving system.

Tech - The New York Times - October 18

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.

Jaguars safety Andre Cisco on tough loss to Bears in London: 'a lot of quit'

Cisco said the Jaguars 'weren't playing as one' in the 35-16 loss to Chicago, and needed to show up 'when it counts.'

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 13

Mum of Manchester Arena victim says safety bill debate is 'incredibly exciting'

Figen Murray whose son died in the Manchester Arena attack says Martyn's Law will save lives.

Johnson calls Kids Online Safety Act 'very problematic'

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) recently revealed he likes the concept of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), though the details of the Senate-passed version are “very problematic,” underscoring ...

Politics - The Hill - October 14

A Rubberized Cybertruck Is Plowing Through European Pedestrian Safety Rules

Tesla’s troubled electric pickup is illegal in Europe, yet somehow a barely modified model has found a way to get licensed. A group of European transport organizations claim this ride could spell ...

Tech - Wired - October 15

Pushing Buttons: With the safety of Roblox under scrutiny, how worried should parents be?

Millions of children play on this platform accused of having reams of troubling content and users, but there are hundreds of better alternatives that serve kids’ curious minds. • Don’t get ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

FDA Freezes COVID-Flu Combo Vaccine Trial Over Safety Concern

Maker Novavax reported a recipient of the combination vaccine experienced symptoms of nerve cell damage.

Business - Inc. - October 16

Levi Strauss joins Pakistan safety Accord, urged to join Bangladesh

World - Yahoo News - October 18

Supreme Court won't hear challenge to Consumer Product Safety Commission

The dispute raised separation of powers concerns arising from the president's ability to remove members of the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Supreme Court turns away challenge to consumer safety agency’s structure

The Supreme Court announced Monday it won’t take up a case that could have delivered another blow to federal agencies. Two conservative groups sought to challenge the structure of the Consumer ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

The Vessel, popular Manhattan tourist site, reopens with new safety features after suicides

The Vessel, the honeycomb-shaped tower in New York City that closed in 2021 after a series of suicides, reopened Monday with added safety features.

Tech giants press Congress to codify AI Safety Institute

A coalition of more than 60 tech companies and industry groups, including Amazon, Anthropic, Google, Meta, Microsoft and OpenAI, urged congressional leaders Tuesday to pass legislation permanently ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

McDonald's, Food Safety Officials Scrutinize Onions in E. Coli Outbreak

The CDC is investigating Quarter Pounders as the possible source of the food-safety crisis, with one death and dozens of illnesses across 10 states.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Meta Platforms Defeats Shareholder Lawsuit Over Child Safety Claims

The plaintiffs said Meta misled them about how it makes Instagram and Facebook safe for younger users. A federal judge in San Francisco disagreed.

Business - Inc. - October 23

Gun safety and pro-gun rights groups make battleground state push

Throughout the battleground states, gun safety advocates and pro-gun rights groups are both increasing efforts to turn out voters. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand spoke to volunteers on both ...

A food safety crisis is the last thing McDonald’s needs on its menu

Fast-food chain may be able to contain outbreak quickly but the risk is it will have already deterred inflation-weary diners

World - Financial Times - October 24

OpenAI disbands another safety team, head advisor for 'AGI Readiness' resigns

OpenAI is disbanding its "AGI Readiness" safety team, which advised the company on its capacity to handle the outcomes of increasingly powerful AI.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Biden administration threatens safety of key military base to appease UN activists

The Biden-Harris administration has agreed to give The Chagos Archipelago, which includes the military base on Diego Garcia, to Mauritius. The nation is becoming increasingly close to the Chinese ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

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 - 5 days ago

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.

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