Texas is set to pass what may be the first state-mandated book list for public school students. It focuses on classic literature and includes Bible excerpts.
joshuark shares a report from Car and Driver: A new study conducted by the New York Times shows that the increase in vehicle hood height seen over the last two and a half decades, mainly due to the rise in popularity of large SUVs and trucks, has resulted in several thousand deaths that otherwise may not have happened. The study shows that while automakers and regulators have focused on occupant safety, they have turned a blind eye to pedestrian safety, which has fallen since around 2009. Researchers looked at four main datasets in their investigation: crash test data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration`s (NHTSA) Crash Report Sampling System (CRSS) from 2016 to 2024; NHTSA`s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS); vehicle measurement data from Expert AutoStats; and vehicle registration data from S&P Global from 2002 to 2024. The researchers concluded that the increased danger to pedestrians is caused by two main culprits. First, large SUVs and trucks have taller hoods, raising the point of impact above most people`s center of gravity and pushing them to the ground, typically hard asphalt, rather than up and onto the hood, which is designed to absorb impacts. Second, with larger A-pillars designed to protect occupants in rollover crashes, modern cars tend to have larger blind spots than cars sold at the turn of the century (presuming the 21st century). The shift toward vehicles with taller hoods led to roughly 3000 deaths between 2016 and 2024. This number is conservative because it does not include crashes that take place in parking lots, driveways, or private roads, which aren`t part of the federal database. The data also showed an estimated 2.8 percent increase in the odds of a pedestrian fatality for every one-inch increase in vehicle hood height. Between two different scenarios, one decreasing the hood height of every vehicle in the dataset by 3 inches, and the second using a random sampling of hood heights from 2002 across 10,000 simu
The former “Houses with History” hosts now share their restorations of Massachusetts homes dating back 300 years on YouTube. The post See how this former HGTV couple lovingly restores some of Massachusetts’ oldest homes appeared first on Boston.com .
Josh Wolfe, Lux Capital cofounder, is known for backing companies like Anduril, Applied Intuition, Hugging Face, Impulse Space, Osmo, and Physical Intelligence.
Osteopenia is a common but often overlooked condition that causes bones to become less dense and more fragile. Because it develops silently, many people only discover they have it after a fracture or bone scan. Aging, menopause, poor diet, and inactivity can all contribute to bone loss. Fortunately, exercise, adequate calcium and vitamin D, and other healthy habits can slow or even partially reverse the decline.
Stage 2 fire restrictions will go into effect across Eagle County on Friday, banning campfires, personal fireworks and other spark-producing activities. The notice prompted the town of Vail to cancel its regularly scheduled Independence Day...
Bailey Zimmerman is off the hook in his criminal case after prosecutors dropped charges against him for allegedly trashing his New Mexico hotel room. The country singer`s attorney tells TMZ ... Bailey immediately took responsibility for his mistake…
California gas prices are about to climb again. A 2.2-cent-per-gallon gas tax increase takes effect July 1, adding to an already steep per-gallon tax burden that leaves drivers in the state paying some of the highest fuel prices in the nation.
The Summit Board of County Commissioners showed support June 23 for contributing budgeted funds to improvements at the Quandary Peak trailhead. Jordan Mead, a resource specialist with the county’s open space and trails department, explained...
“This is our food. If you don`t like it, go somewhere else." The post Italian street food comes to Denver at this new Avanti food hall stall appeared first on Denver Westword .
According to a news release from the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions will be put in place beginning on Friday at 12 a.m. due to elevated fire danger and continued dry conditions...
Republicans on Capitol Hill had been hoping to spend the summer touting a rare bipartisan legislative feat, but Donald Trump and his growing anger toward Senate Republicans torched that effort Wednesday. And more trouble could lie ahead, if a tense in-person meeting was any indication. Trump descended on the Capitol for a Senate GOP lunch, […]
Colorado’s dining scene continues to welcome plant-based cuisine, with vegan restaurants gaining popularity across the state. From casual comfort food to creative, chef-driven menus, these spots show how flavorful and diverse vegan cooking can be. The Joint Colorado Springs 19 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs At The Joint, plants take center stage in a creative, [...] The post Insider Picks: Where to Find Vegan Food in Colorado Springs appeared first on SoCo Insider .
Faricy Boys, now known as Faricy Automotive, has added Peak Kia, one of two Colorado Springs dealerships selling the South Korean-based automobile brand, to its growing group of southern Colorado new vehicle sales and service operations. Southern Colorado Business Forum & Digest Invest in Excellence. Stay Informed. The people, policies, industries, and innovations shaping the [...] The post Faricy Boys Rebrand Reflects Its Growth and Transition appeared first on SoCo Digest .
