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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The metropolis wants to charge drivers of 'dangerous' cars - 'An ideological project'

London plans to impose additional fees on drivers of SUVs due to their higher risks to pedestrians and their overall impact on city safety.

Mar 22 • 11:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Beware of the gravel when cycling

Gravel, which reduces slipperiness in winter, becomes a hazard for cyclists and pedestrians in spring, increasing the risk of accidents, according to researcher Anna Niska from VTI.

Mar 21 • 10:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Man, 48, killed and woman, 29, injured after car crashes into pedestrians

A tragic incident in Manchester resulted in the death of a 48-year-old man and injuries to a 29-year-old woman when a car crashed into them while they were on Princess Road.

Mar 21 • 08:34 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

An SUV ran over three pedestrians and then collided with a pole

A hit-and-run incident in Etawah involving a speeding SUV left three pedestrians seriously injured, one of whom later died en route to the hospital.

Mar 19 • 16:41 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A speeding black Safari ran over three pedestrians, Video

A tragic hit-and-run incident in Etawah, India, involved a speeding black Safari car that struck three pedestrians, resulting in one death and two serious injuries.

Mar 19 • 15:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Dispute over Augustenstraße: People need space instead of parking spaces

The debate over Augustenstraße raises fundamental questions about urban living, particularly the balance between space for vehicles and for pedestrians and cyclists.

Mar 19 • 15:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents report flooded streets and trapped vehicles during rain in Manaus; VIDEOS

Heavy rains in Manaus caused flooding across various parts of the city, leading to disruptions for drivers and pedestrians.

Mar 19 • 13:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

House collapse blocks sidewalk and raises alert for structural risks in Bauru

A house collapse in the Jardim Bela Vista area of Bauru has prompted safety concerns for pedestrians due to blocked sidewalks, although there is no threat to neighboring homes.

Mar 18 • 19:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Limeira Rodeo Music 2026: know how to reach the new location of the party and see routes for drivers and pedestrians

The Limeira Rodeo Music event will be moved to a new location in Jardim Cordeiro, requiring attendees to adjust their travel routes accordingly.

Mar 18 • 18:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Wheelies and dizzying speed on the roads of Attica – The video that revealed a 23-year-old driver

A viral video led authorities to identify a 23-year-old motorcyclist performing dangerous stunts in Attica, endangering pedestrians and other drivers.

Mar 18 • 16:33 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

He threatened passersby with a 30-centimeter knife in the center of Milan

A man was arrested in Milan for threatening pedestrians with a large knife, endangering public safety.

Mar 18 • 11:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Did KO MP hit pedestrians? The scammers were revealed by one detail

A member of the opposition in Poland is under scrutiny for allegedly hitting two pedestrians with his car and attempting to evade responsibility.

Mar 17 • 16:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The roots of trees downed by the storm can be a deadly trap weighing hundreds of kilograms, and there are now thousands of them in the Kokkolan area

Downed tree roots in Kokkolan, Finland, remain a dangerous hazard following the Hannes storm, with thousands left in place posing risks to pedestrians.

Mar 17 • 15:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See the list of streets in São Paulo with the most complaints about potholes

Motorists and pedestrians in São Paulo face challenges due to widespread potholes and pavement issues, leading to significant complaints and increased accident risk.

Mar 16 • 17:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Pedestrians or cyclists injured in traffic accidents can apply for free legal assistance

Pedestrians, cyclists, and electric scooter riders injured in traffic accidents in Latvia can apply for free legal assistance to obtain fair compensation for injuries caused by unsafe infrastructure.

Mar 16 • 07:54 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mamdani redesigns 14th Street in Manhattan for 28,000 passengers: there will be a public meeting on March 25

New York City is planning a redesign of 14th Street in Manhattan to enhance safety and public space for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users, with a public meeting scheduled for March 25.

Mar 15 • 21:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

SUV flies in the air in New York, people at the intersection narrowly escape; video goes viral

A video from New York shows an SUV flying through the air and crashing into building scaffolding, while pedestrians narrowly escape being hit.

Mar 14 • 09:50 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Drones monitor drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians from above. They issue fines for running red lights and using phones while driving

In Bratislava, police are using drones to monitor traffic violations, including running red lights and using phones while driving, leading to an increase in fines for drivers unaware of drone surveillance.

Mar 13 • 17:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Sadiq Khan may give up armoured car as part of clampdown on SUVs in London

London Mayor Sadiq Khan is considering abandoning his armoured car to promote a crackdown on SUVs, citing their danger to pedestrians and road safety concerns.

Mar 13 • 16:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Traffic: Parents demand more traffic safety in Starnberg

Parents in Starnberg are calling for increased traffic safety measures following the tragic death of an eight-year-old boy in an accident.

Mar 13 • 13:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Pedestrians are frightened by speeding cyclists

In Tartu, Estonia, the rise in the number of cyclists and scooters as spring arrives is causing concern among pedestrians.

Mar 13 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chaos in traffic: cyclist blocks car in bike lane, pedestrians confront motorcyclist on the sidewalk, and motorcycles occupy bicycle paths in Belém

Recent viral videos from Belém showcase a cyclist blocking a car in a bike lane while pedestrians confront a motorcyclist on the sidewalk, highlighting critical traffic law violations.

Mar 12 • 23:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

An episode filmed in Vilnius "hair's breadth from disaster": reminded how madness can begin on the streets

A near-miss incident involving a scooter rider and a car in Vilnius highlights the dangers faced by vulnerable road users like cyclists and pedestrians as the weather improves in urban areas.

Mar 12 • 15:52 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Thessaloniki: 'Mother, I hit two children, one isn't moving'

A 27-year-old man has been remanded in custody after hitting two pedestrians in Polichni, Thessaloniki, resulting in the death of one and injury to another.

Mar 12 • 15:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A cyclist rode in Český Krumlov without holding the handlebars and collided with a pedestrian

A cyclist in Český Krumlov caused an accident while riding without holding the handlebars, hitting a pedestrian.

Mar 12 • 09:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Florida proposes to prohibit right turns on red at intersections with cameras

Florida is considering a proposal to ban right turns on red at intersections monitored by cameras, sparking debate over traffic safety and driving regulations.

Mar 11 • 20:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

On Tuesday, three cyclists and two pedestrians were injured in road traffic accidents

On Tuesday, three cyclists and two pedestrians were injured in various road traffic accidents reported across Latvia.

Mar 11 • 07:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Danger at Langweiher Ebersberg: Dead Ash Trees Will Be Cut Down

Authorities in Ebersberg have announced that two dead ash trees will be cut down due to safety concerns for pedestrians along a walking path.

Mar 10 • 16:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Elderly person hit after car collision in Piracicaba is intubated and in serious condition, says police

An elderly man was hit by a vehicle after a car collision in Piracicaba, Brazil, and is in serious condition and intubated according to police.

Mar 9 • 23:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Driver invades promenade, nearly hits pedestrians, attempts to flee and is arrested after pursuit in RS coast

A man was arrested after driving erratically on the promenade in Tramandaí, Brazil, nearly hitting pedestrians before attempting to evade police during a patrol.

Mar 9 • 21:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Hawaii changes parking rules: the new law that prohibits leaving the car near corners

Hawaii has implemented new parking regulations that prohibit parking near street corners to improve visibility and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Mar 9 • 20:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With the multiplication of motorcycles, pedestrians have no chance

A rise in motorcycle-related pedestrian fatalities in Brazil highlights safety concerns in urban areas.

Mar 9 • 17:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

SUVs and pickups cause more severe injuries to pedestrians, study points out

A new study by Abramet highlights that SUVs and pickups lead to more serious pedestrian injuries during accidents due to their higher and more rigid front structure.

Mar 9 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Two pedestrians are hit by vehicles on highways in Triângulo Mineiro; one died

Two pedestrians were hit by vehicles in different incidents in Triângulo Mineiro, Brazil, leading to one fatality.

Mar 8 • 21:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Truck driver arrested after fleeing police and invading Mucuripe Port in Fortaleza

A truck driver in Fortaleza was arrested for fleeing a police check and dangerously driving into the Mucuripe Port area, endangering pedestrians and staff.

Mar 8 • 17:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect flees from police, causes an accident and is arrested after a chase in Campo Grande

A police chase in Campo Grande ended with an accident and the arrest of a man after he fled at high speeds, endangering pedestrians and other drivers.

Mar 5 • 15:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Drivers in Poland are under scrutiny, failing to stop for pedestrians results in thousand-dollar fines

Poland is increasing scrutiny on drivers, imposing severe fines for failing to stop for pedestrians.

Mar 5 • 11:25 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

From March 9, the allowed driving speed will be 30 km/h in several places in Riga

A new speed limit of 30 km/h will be implemented in various areas of Riga starting March 9 to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Mar 5 • 11:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: fake delivery drivers armed on motorcycles rob pedestrians in 1 minute in Vila Madalena, bohemian neighborhood of SP

Armed thieves posing as delivery drivers have been robbing pedestrians in the Vila Madalena neighborhood of São Paulo, often within a minute.

Mar 4 • 11:49 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Fatal Accident: Accident Commission Examines Starnberg's Main Intersection

Following the fatal accident of an eight-year-old boy in Starnberg, a commission is assessing safety measures at the Tutzinger-Hof-Platz intersection.

Mar 4 • 10:42 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Renovation Work on NaikupÄ— Street Begins in KlaipÄ—da

Renovation work on NaikupÄ— Street in KlaipÄ—da is set to begin to address complaints over its poor condition from both drivers and pedestrians.

Mar 2 • 14:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bahn Underpass Gauting: County Road Closed Under the Train Tracks Until the End of the Year

The Hauser Straße in Gauting is closed until the end of the year due to construction work under the new railway bridge, though cyclists and pedestrians can still pass through.

Mar 2 • 13:27 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Aggressive pedestrians: – There's only one thing to do, advises urban expert

The article discusses the increasing issue of aggressive behavior among pedestrians in busy urban environments, highlighting concerns and potential solutions.

Mar 2 • 05:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Tesla driver drove on the sidewalk in Tampere traffic - pedestrians had to evade

A Tesla driver in Tampere was filmed driving on the sidewalk during a busy traffic situation, forcing pedestrians to avoid the vehicle.

Mar 1 • 04:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Part of the hillside collapses and frightens residents in Parque Lajinha, in Natividade, RJ

A hillside collapse in Parque Lajinha, Natividade, nearly hit pedestrians and raised concerns among locals about ongoing instability and potential hazards.

Feb 28 • 21:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Falling ice damages vehicles: clearly stated who takes responsibility

Falling ice from roofs regularly causes damage to vehicles and injuries to pedestrians during winter, raising questions about responsibility.

Feb 28 • 15:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finland's Ambassador Laid Flowers for Nemtsov – Police Urged Diplomats: 'Do Not Block Citizen Pedestrians'

Finland's Ambassador to Moscow, Marja Liivala, commemorated opposition politician Boris Nemtsov by laying red roses at the site of his murder on the 11th anniversary.

Feb 28 • 14:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Pedestrians should beware of slippery roads in much of the country

There's a significant risk of slipping on icy roads across Finland, particularly in the southern and central regions.

Feb 28 • 06:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What does this traffic sign with two people on a blue background and red border mean

The article explains the significance of a specific traffic sign in Argentina that features two people, guiding drivers on regulations and safety.

Feb 28 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tram derailed in Milan, one dead and three seriously injured

A tram derailed in Milan this afternoon, resulting in one fatality and three serious injuries among pedestrians.

Feb 27 • 16:37 UTC

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