In Belgrade, Serbia, a driver intentionally rammed his car into a crowd of student-led protesters, seriously injuring a young woman, who was taken to the hospital in stable condition. The driver fled the scene but was later detained and charged with attempted murder, marking the first serious injury during the ongoing protests following the collapse of a concrete canopy that killed 15 people in November. The protests have sparked broader dissatisfaction with the government, with residents demanding accountability for the collapse and democratic changes in the country.
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US to loosen rules on self-driving vehicles criticised by Elon Musk
The Trump administration is easing regulations for self-driving cars, notably allowing exemptions from crash reporting requirements, a shift pushed by Tesla's CEO Elon Musk. US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the need for a unified national standard to enhance innovation and safety in autonomous vehicle deployment. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) aims to streamline regulations while addressing concerns over transparency and safety, especially given ongoing investigations into Tesla's Autopilot system. Full Article
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