road safety
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Gardaí Intensify Appeal for Dash-Cam Footage in Fatal Waterford Crash
An Garda Síochána has issued a renewed appeal for dash-cam footage and witnesses following a fatal collision in County Waterford that killed two people.
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New Zealand Confirms Driver Licensing Overhaul: Full Test Scrapped, Learner Rules Tighten
New Zealand’s government has confirmed major changes to its driver licensing system, scrapping the second practical test for a full license, reducing costs by $80, but extending learner periods for younger drivers and expanding the zero-alcohol limit for all learners…
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South Africa’s Road Safety Under Scrutiny After Second Deadly Taxi Crash in Weeks
A collision between a minibus taxi and a truck near Durban, South Africa, claimed 11 lives, including a schoolchild, just over a week after a similar crash killed 14 schoolchildren. The incident has intensified calls for urgent action on public…
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Jacob Martin Bailed After Drunk Driving Arrest, Car Crash in Vadodara
Former India cricketer Jacob Martin was arrested and later released on bail in Vadodara after his luxury SUV collided with three parked cars while he was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. This incident marks another legal challenge for…
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Bruce Highway Truck Rollover: 22km Traffic Gridlock and Minor Injuries Near Brisbane
A cement truck rollover on the Bruce Highway near Brisbane on January 16, 2026, caused massive 22km traffic delays, blocking northbound lanes and injuring five people. The incident led to extensive disruptions for commuters and freight, highlighting the highway’s critical…
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Former Actor Edmund Chen Faces Grievous Hurt Charge After Expressway Collision
Former Singaporean actor Edmund Chen, 63, has been charged with causing grievous hurt to a motorcyclist through careless driving on the Ayer Rajah Expressway in March 2025. He is expected to plead guilty to the charges, which carry significant penalties.
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TikTok Creator Leigh Sutherland Jailed for Fatal Crash, Judge Condemns ‘Cock and Bull Story’
Leigh Sutherland, a TikTok personality known for posing as a road traffic lawyer, has been sentenced to nine years in prison for causing the death of 77-year-old Margaret Allan in a dangerous driving incident. The court heard he blamed the…
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New Traffic Safety Measures to Combat Speeding in Yerevan and Shirak
Starting January 5, 2026, speed monitoring cameras will enhance traffic safety in Yerevan and Shirak, enforcing a 60 km/h limit to reduce accidents.
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Tragedy in Muckatah: Four Dead, Children Injured in Minivan Crash Near Victoria Border
A devastating minivan crash on Chapel Road in Muckatah, Victoria has left four dead and five hospitalized, including three children flown to hospital, as authorities investigate the circumstances behind the tragedy.






