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Film
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

From asbestos to soap to paper, Hollywood has used many tricks to let it (fake) snow over the years

Fake snow evolved from feathers and potato flakes to hazardous chemical mixtures like asbestos, prompting a shift toward safer materials while preserving cinematic snowfall effects.
#patient-dignity
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago
Healthcare

Bedroom walls in HSE psychiatric unit dirty and dignity of patients not respected at all times, inspectors reveal

Multiple psychiatric inpatient units exhibited poor maintenance, safety hazards, and conditions that compromised patient privacy, dignity, and wellbeing.
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago
Mental health

Bedroom walls in HSE psychiatric unit dirty and dignity of patients not respected at all times, inspectors reveal

Patients' privacy, dignity, and safety were compromised in multiple psychiatric units due to poor maintenance, broken equipment, and inadequate furnishings.
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UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Criminals cash in on TikTok Labubu trend with dangerous fakes

Authorities are seizing counterfeit Labubu dolls worth millions due to safety hazards and a surge in market demand.
Renovation
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Is your house power-starved? Why the extra juice might be worth the squeeze

Power-constrained homes limit the ability to modernize and can create safety hazards due to overloaded circuits.
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