2 h. ago Pedestrian deaths at midblock bus stops found to be up to 5 times higher

Bus transportation is an essential part of nearly every public transit system. From school students to everyday workers, riders depend on buses to transport them to the essential destinations. Because most passengers start or end their journey by walking, providing safe access to bus stops is key to enhancing pedestrian safety.

Events

6 h. ago U.S. sends aircraft carrier to South America in major escalation of military firepower

The deployment and the quickening pace of U.S. strikes, including one Friday, raised new speculation about how far the Trump administration may go in operations it says are targeted at drug trafficking.

Events

9 h. ago Pentagon orders aircraft carrier to Latin America as Trump signals escalation

Pentagon orders aircraft carrier to Latin America as Trump signals escalation  The Washington Post

Politics

9 h. ago U.S. imposes sanctions on Colombia’s president amid escalating dispute with Trump

U.S. imposes sanctions on Colombia’s president amid escalating dispute with Trump  PBS

Politics

10 h. ago Teen hospitalized after swallowing up to 100 magnets purchased online: 'Rising concern'

Teen hospitalized and underwent surgery after swallowing as many as 100 tiny magnets. New Zealand case highlights growing safety concerns with online magnet sales.

Politics

11 h. ago FBI says card shuffling machines were hacked as part of major illegal gambling schemes

The FBI says card shuffling machines were hacked to cheat at poker as part of a major illegal gambling scheme. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks to a reporter who's been covering the machines' vulnerabilities.

Events

12 h. ago U.S. deploys aircraft carrier to waters off South America in major military escalation

U.S. deploys aircraft carrier to waters off South America in major military escalation  PBS

Events

12 h. ago Mamdani accuses Cuomo of 'Islamophobic rhetoric' as contentious NYC mayoral race comes down to the wire

Religious tensions escalate in New York City mayoral contest as leading candidate Zohran Mamdani faces criticism from Jewish community criticizing "Islamophobic" attacks from rivals.

Politics

13 h. ago U.S. to send aircraft carrier strike group to Caribbean in an escalation of boat strikes

U.S. to send aircraft carrier strike group to Caribbean in an escalation of boat strikes  NBC News

Events

14 h. ago Live updates: US is sending an aircraft carrier to Latin America in major escalation of military buildup

Live updates: US is sending an aircraft carrier to Latin America in major escalation of military buildup  AP News

Events

14 h. ago SEIU 721 Members from LA DOT Met with LAPD for Traffic Officer Safety Meeting – Here’s What Happened

SEIU 721 Members from LA DOT Met with LAPD for Traffic Officer Safety Meeting – Here’s What Happened  SEIU Local 721

Events

15 h. ago Parents blame ChatGPT for son’s suicide, lawsuit alleges OpenAI weakened safeguards twice before teen’s death

Family updates ChatGPT lawsuit with new evidence that OpenAI relaxed safety protocols around suicide discussions twice before teen's death in 2025.

Events

16 h. ago Popular bubble tea may contain concerning levels of heavy metal, investigation finds

Consumer Reports finds lead levels in popular bubble tea brands, including Gong Cha and Kung Fu Tea, with some boba samples reaching 83% of safety thresholds.

Events

18 h. ago Trump continues to fume about Canada amid escalating trade battle

Trump continues to fume about Canada amid escalating trade battle  Politico

Politics

20 h. ago NATO fighter jets scrambled after Russian planes allegedly violate airspace

Spanish NATO jets were scrambled after two Russian aircraft reportedly violated Lithuanian airspace, escalating tensions amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Technology

33 h. ago Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier arrests escalate sprawling NBA betting scandal

Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier arrests escalate sprawling NBA betting scandal - The Athletic  The New York Times

Events

38 h. ago Harnessing disorder: Metamaterials researchers achieve static mechanical cloaking and camouflage

A new collaborative study between IMDEA Materials Institute, China's Northwestern Polytechnical University, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Peking University, and the Southern University of Science and Technology, has achieved a significant breakthrough in the field of mechanical metamaterials.

Science

39 h. ago NYC rabbis sound off on 'unprecedented risk' Mamdani poses as hundreds of leaders sign 'call to action'

NYC rabbis warn voters about socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's Israel positions, citing risks to Jewish community safety and unprecedented concerns.

Politics

39 h. ago City officials plan safety moves for Washington St. in Codman Square

City officials plan safety moves for Washington St. in Codman Square  Dorchester Reporter |

Politics

40 h. ago GOP bill would require all truckers to pass English test as highway safety fears grow

Republican lawmakers propose federal legislation mandating English proficiency tests for commercial drivers after California loses $40 million in funding.

Transport