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A couple reported that their Tesla Cybertruck's door malfunctioned while driving, nearly ejecting their infant child from the vehicle. The incident has sparked safety concerns for the stainless-steel designed truck amid ongoing reliability issues. Public backlash includes calls for recalls, but Tesla has not responded.

2. februar 2026 Rapportert av AI

Matatu operators in Nairobi disrupted transport on February 2, 2026, by blocking key roads despite a suspension call, protesting vehicle torchings by mobs. They plan to continue strikes every Monday until President William Ruto engages in talks. Police responded by removing number plates and towing vehicles.

Every petrol station in Kenya features red buckets filled with sand, which are mandatory lifesaving tools against fire disasters. These buckets are not just decorative; they smother flames and absorb fuel spills. National regulations require them to ensure safety in high-risk areas.

26. januar 2026 Rapportert av AI

A U.S. Air Force report has detailed the death of a 60-year-old Japanese schoolteacher killed by strong winds from a U.S. military helicopter at a school inside Kadena Air Base in Okinawa. The incident occurred on April 22, 2025, when the teacher, standing just 26 meters from the helicopter, fell and hit her head on concrete, despite rules requiring a minimum distance of 150 meters. She succumbed to her injuries five days later.

The National Transportation Safety Board has initiated an investigation into Waymo's autonomous vehicles for failing to stop for school buses in Austin, Texas. This probe follows a preliminary review by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and a voluntary software recall by Waymo. Despite the update, incidents continued, prompting federal scrutiny.

24. januar 2026 Rapportert av AI

Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex) reported a small fire at the Olmeca Refinery in Dos Bocas, Tabasco, on January 22, 2026. The incident stemmed from a loss of containment in a discharge line and was contained without harm to personnel, the environment, or the community. The refinery continues to operate normally and safely.