Topic: Safety
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Fighting Sexual Violence in India with 'Girlcott' Power
Women in Gurgaon refrain from shopping to demand stronger safety regulations.
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Slowing Down Cars Saves Lives. So Why Is Toronto's Mayor So Opposed?
Lowering speed limits can greatly cut down on pedestrian injuries. But Rob Ford thinks one such proposal is "nuts."
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A Biking Crash-Test Dummy Could Make Us Smarter About Cycling
We're getting closer to understanding exactly what happens to our bodies when our bikes crash.
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The Quest for Safer Intersections
Researchers are trying to solve a classic driving dilemma by eliminating its danger.
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Videos
Blind Pedestrianism, as a Video Game
A playful and silly take on the challenges of navigating an urban setting blind.
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The Sandwich Board Makes a Comeback
Often banned by municipalities for safety reasons, simple A-frame sidewalk signs should be allowed to return, within reason.
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Democracy in America
Locals to Christo: Don't Drape Fabric Over Our River
This is the opponents’ last stand, though it's likely the project will be approved.
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L.A.'s $1.5 Billion Sidewalk Problem
Sidewalk disrepair and inaccessibility are the subject of new lawsuits against the city.
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The Safety Risks of Raising Speed Limits
As the U.K. plans to increase its speed limit, concerns grow
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Hopeful Footsteps in Mexico City’s Centro Histórico
Cutting of the neighborhood's main streets to vehicular traffic has helped reduce crime
