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Florida-based Mental Health Provider Fined $101k for Failing to Protect Workers from Patient Attacks

Melbourne, Florida – The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration took action against Circles of Care Inc., a operator of psychiatric and rehabilitation facilities, following a series of violent patient attacks resulting in death or serious injury to workers. This marks the third citation in five years for the facility. OSHA imposed a “repeat” violation and an “other-than-serious” violation on Circles of Care Inc., with proposed penalties totaling $101,397. The agency highlighted various safety and …

Violent Attacks at Okomu Oil Palm Plantation Leave Three Workers Dead and Four Injured

Okomu-Udo, Edo State in Nigeria saw violence erupt at the Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc, leading to tragic consequences for its workers. The company revealed through a statement on the Nigeria Exchange Group (NGX) that on May 6th and 7th, 2024, hoodlums carried out violent attacks that resulted in three rubber plantation workers losing their lives and four others sustaining injuries. The company expressed deep sorrow for the loss of their workers, extending condolences to …

Convicted Shooter Faces Justice for Virginia Construction Workers’ Deaths

A jury in Richmond, Virginia, convicted a shooter of murder in the deaths of two construction workers. The incident occurred on a construction site in Virginia. The shooter was found guilty of the murders of the two workers who were on duty at the time. The trial took place in a courthouse in Richmond. According to witnesses, the shooter targeted the construction workers with a firearm. The prosecution presented evidence showing that the shooter had …

Explosion Claims Lives of Six Hormuud Telecom Workers in Somalia

Mogadishu, Somalia – A tragic incident unfolded on the outskirts of Mogadishu, where an explosion claimed the lives of six workers affiliated with Hormuud Telecom, Somalia’s largest telecommunication company. The workers were reportedly killed in a remote-controlled landmine blast while traveling from Garas-Balay to Elasha Biyaha. The identities of the workers have been released to the public. There is a sense of mourning and uncertainty surrounding the incident, as details are still scarce. While no …

French Construction Workers Identified as Heroes in Viral Bollard Incident

Sydney, Australia – The “Bollard men”, now identified as French construction workers Silas Despreaux and Damien Guerot, have been hailed as heroes for their brave actions in trying to stop an attacker at a local shopping center. Despreaux and Guerot used a bollard to confront Joel Cauchi as he attacked fellow customers, displaying immense courage in the face of danger. Video footage from the scene shows Guerot standing at the top of an escalator, wielding …

French construction workers hailed as heroes for using bollard to stop attacker in shopping centre

Sydney, Australia – Two French construction workers, Silas Despreaux and Damien Guerot, have emerged as heroes in a recent incident at a shopping center where they used a bollard to try to stop an attacker named Joel Cauchi. The brave actions of these men have garnered attention and praise from the public. Footage from the incident shows Guerot wielding a bollard at the top of an escalator as Cauchi advances towards them. Later, the two …

Shocking Account of Violent Attack at Washington Heights Deli Leaves Workers Injured

A deli worker in Washington Heights, New York City, described a brutal and unprovoked attack that left him and his friend injured. The incident occurred when an assailant entered the deli and slashed the worker and his friend without warning. According to the worker, the attacker seemed to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol and attacked them with a sharp object without any reason. Both the worker and his friend sustained serious injuries …

Explosion at Italian Hydroelectric Plant Leaves Workers Missing and Rescuers on High Alert

Bologna, Italy – Italian rescue teams are currently involved in search and rescue operations at a hydroelectric plant near the city of Bologna after a tragic explosion resulted in the death of at least three workers, five injuries, and four individuals reported missing. The blast, which occurred during maintenance work at the Enel Green Power’s Bargi plant south of Bologna, caused a massive explosion that rocked the facility, leading to structural collapses and flooding at …

WCK Mourns Seven Aid Workers Killed in Gaza Strike: International Outrage Grows

Gaza City, Gaza Strip — The World Central Kitchen (WCK) mourns the loss of seven aid workers killed in an Israeli military strike, highlighting the tragic incident which has sparked international condemnation. Among the victims were a dual US-Canada national, a Palestinian, three Brits, an Australian, and a Pole, who were part of a WCK convoy struck by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). “These are the heroes of WCK,” said Erin Gore, CEO of the …

Explosion at Hydroelectric Plant in Italy Leaves Workers Injured and Missing

Milan, Italy – An explosion at a hydroelectric plant in Italy’s Apennine Mountains south of Bologna has resulted in injuries to at least four workers, with an additional six individuals reported missing, as per the Italian news agency LaPresse. The incident took place at the hydroelectric plant located at the Suviana Dam, approximately 70 kilometers southwest of Bologna. Reports suggest that the explosion occurred nine levels below ground during turbine work, making it challenging to …