Billboard Collapse in Mumbai

At least 14 people were killed in Mumbai after a giant billboard collapsed during a thunderstorm, injuring 74 others. Rescue operations are ongoing for trapped individuals. The incident disrupted traffic, but no explosions or fire were reported. The city faces challenges with public infrastructure, especially during the monsoon season. Compensation has been announced for the families of the victims, and an investigation is underway to determine if safety regulations were breached.

Decline of Hong Kong's iconic neon signs due to new safety regulations

New safety regulations in Hong Kong are causing the city's iconic neon signs to disappear, with only 500 signs remaining out of a peak of 150,000, leading residents to worry about the loss of a key part of the city's identity.

Disappearing Hong Kong Neon Signs

Hong Kong's iconic neon signs are disappearing due to new safety regulations, causing concern among residents about losing a key part of the city's identity.

Bridge Collapse and Construction Workers

NPR's Debbie Elliott speaks with Gustavo Torres, executive director of CASA, about the construction workers who were on the bridge when it collapsed.

Cargo Ship Collisions with Bridges

A cargo ship collided with a major bridge in Baltimore, causing it to collapse into the river below. Similar incidents have occurred worldwide over the years resulting in significant casualties.

Washington State 'Strippers' Bill of Rights'

Washington state signed the 'Strippers' Bill of Rights' into law, providing comprehensive protections for adult entertainers and allowing clubs to sell alcohol. The law includes training to prevent harassment, mandates security measures, and limits club fees. It also ties liquor licenses to compliance with safety regulations.

Coal Mining Safety Regulations in Kentucky

The Tennessee Valley Authority released a video showing the implosion of towers at the Paradise Fossil Plant in Kentucky. The Kentucky House voted to allow small coal mining operations to reduce the number of miners with emergency medical training per shift. The bill has sparked debate over safety and financial benefits.