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A new report from USA Today that highlights the continued danger posed by distracted driving was prompted by recent research that delves into the psychology of teens who have just obtained their driver’s licenses.  That research, which hails from the Transportation Institute of Virginia Tech, showed that teens tend to overestimate their abilities in the… read more

With Valentine’s Day nearly here, the San Diego branch of the Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a guide to staying safe on online dating sites.  In it, they explore some of the scams that people may try to pull off on these sites and basic social media channels.  You’ll want to heed the tips… read more

Numerous types of vehicles are being recalled by Toyota for two separate issues, either of which could lead to a crash if a driver is not expecting certain functions of the vehicle to suddenly be turned off.  Consumer Reports explores the dual recalls, which are both related to software problems, in a new report. Even… read more

We’ve talked before about the danger that could be posed on the road if drivers are unable to secure the proper amount of sleep on a regular basis.  Reaction times are diminished considerably when adequate rest isn’t achieved, and judgment can also be compromised.  Either of these things could contribute to an injurious or even… read more

Many homes across the country are now chockful of televisions.  Wheres the television used to be the focal point of the living room, the relative low cost of even flat screen models compared to years past means that it’s not uncommon to see a screen in every room of the home. This can be dangerous… read more

Another anti-distracted driving app has been launched, and a new report takes a look at how it aims to reduce the dangerous action among operators of motor vehicles.  This particular app is called Agent, and in addition to simply providing a means to squelch distraction at the wheel, it also includes functions that purportedly allow… read more

A dietary supplement has received a safety advisory from the Food and Drug Administration because of the potential for the items to contain ibuprofen.  Any item containing ibuprofen needs to go through the approval process because of the substance’s classification as an NSAID, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.  Arth-Q, the arthritis supplement in question, may contain… read more

If you live in Los Angeles and are able to take advantage of the three day President’s Day weekend, you might want to make sure your travels don’t take your near the 405 Freeway.  This weekend will see something that officials are referring to as Jamzilla, a sequel/reboot of Carmageddon.  Starting tomorrow night at around… read more

Yesterday, organizations around the world offered resources as part of Safer Internet Day.  Many of those efforts focused on helping children stay safe as they grow up in a world in which they’re surrounded by the internet.  At home, at school, even in the car, it’s possible to stay connected at all times.  This signals… read more

Restaurant and bar owners in Los Angeles and the entirety of California are abuzz over a new rule requiring anyone who handles food to put on gloves during preparation.  The measure became state law this year in a bid to reduce customers’ exposure to foodborne illness.  Bartenders are included within the ruling due to the… read more

Earlier this week, we brought you word of a sizable recall of meat that could have come from livestock that was ill.  The products derived from these diseased animals reportedly were shipped out without even going through an inspection by the Food Safety and Inspection Service.  That one-two punch was sufficient to prompt a recall…. read more

Recently, the Federal Aviation Administration made the monumental decision to allow the usage of electronics devices for communications and downloads when a plane is in the air, reversing course from years in which flyers were asked to switch things over to Airplane mode and shut off their devices in the midst of landing and takeoff…. read more