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Injured pedestrian dies after ambulance blocked by driverless cars

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A pedestrian struck by a car tragically lost their life due to critical delays caused by two driverless cabs blocking the path of an ambulance in San Francisco.

According to a report by the San Francisco Fire Department, the pedestrian had been riding a scooter when they collided with a BMW SUV and the delays in the emergency vehicles response contributed to their death.

Multiple officials have corroborated that the only available lanes were obstructed by stationary Cruise autopilot vehicles, which displayed no signs of movement or engagement with the accident scene.

Crucially, it did not appear that these driverless taxis were either picking up or dropping off passengers at the time.

“This delay, no matter how minimal, contributed to a poor pt [patient] outcome,” the report said.

Regrettably, the patient was pronounced dead at the hospital just 20 to 30 minutes after their arrival, painting a stark picture of the consequences of such delays.

Cruise, a prominent “driverless ride-hail service” as per their website, faced immediate scrutiny in the aftermath of this incident.

Cruise spokesperson Tiffany Testo defended their role, claiming that one of their driverless cars did clear the scene, leaving the right lane unblocked for other vehicles, including the ambulance behind the autonomous vehicle.

The incident has also sparked renewed debates about the expansion of driverless ride-hailing services in San Francisco.

The California Public Utilities Commission recently voted to expand these services, despite numerous residents expressing concerns about their safety. Critics have labelled self-driving cars as “death traps,” and their fears seem to have been vindicated by this tragic event.

San Francisco Fire Department Chief Jeanine Nicholson addressed the commission, revealing that her department had received 55 reports of driverless cars driving too close to first responders, obstructing traffic, or blocking emergency service stations.

“You might say well, 55, that’s not a lot. Well, if it’s your family, it’s a lot,” she said.

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Israel launches its new “Iron Beam” laser system

Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.

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Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.


Israel’s Defence Ministry says its new “Iron Beam” laser system will be deployed by year’s end. The technology is designed to destroy incoming missiles, rockets, drones and mortars with precision.

Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in partnership with Elbit Systems, Iron Beam will sit alongside existing defences such as Iron Dome, David’s Sling and Arrow. Unlike traditional interceptors which can cost tens of thousands of dollars per shot, the laser comes at negligible expense.

Officials call it the world’s first high-power laser interception system to achieve operational maturity, hailing it as a game-changer for modern warfare. Military leaders expect the system to reshape air defence capabilities and cut costs dramatically.

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Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue on Jimmy Kimmel

Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.

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Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.


Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue is being hailed as one of the most powerful moments in modern late-night history. Standing on stage at the Ed Sullivan Theatre, Colbert dedicated his show to Jimmy Kimmel and his team after ABC suspended Kimmel’s programme under pressure from Washington.

Colbert called the move “blatant censorship” and directly accused President Trump of acting like an autocrat. “With an autocrat, you cannot give an inch,” he warned, making clear that the stakes reach far beyond late-night comedy.

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Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University

Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.

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Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.


Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, but the event was meant to be cancelled. Despite that, thousands of people still turned up to celebrate his legacy.

As many as 10,000 people turned out, showing the extent of support for the conservative activist. The crowd gathered outside CSU, creating an atmosphere more like a political rally than a cancelled speech.

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