Mom Turns Tragedy Into Passage Of Burn Victim Bill
December 26, 2020, The Press Democrat
The Sonoma woman led the campaign to require the Consumer Product Safety Commission to write new rules for manufacturers of portable fuel containers to ensure other families would not suffer the same terrible fate.
Brexit Deal Done, Britain Now Scrambles To See How It Will Work
December 25, 2020, New York Times
Britain is finally departing from the European Union, but its formal exit is only the beginning of a high-stakes experiment to unstitch commercial relations across an integrated continent.
What Did 2020 Do To Retail?
December 28, 2020, Harvard Business Review
Driven partly by the pandemic, dozens of retailers filed for bankruptcy in 2020. As the year comes to a close, HBR spoke with Marc-Andre Kamel, a partner who heads the global retail practice at Bain & Co., about what retailing trends he sees emerging in 2021.
How To Stay Safe From Falls, Freezing This Winter
December 27, 2020, HealthDays
Outdoor activities can help you keep fit this winter while staying safe from COVID-19, but you need to take precautions to reduce your risk of injury, says the CPSC and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
In Europe, Bicycle Helmet Use Differs, But Saves Lives
December 29, 2020, Forbes
In European capitals, whether cyclists and e-scooter riders decide to don a bicycle helmet or not varies considerably. Despite big differences, recent crash tests show that bicycle helmets are effective in protecting riders.
Recalls In Review: IoT Products
December 29, 2020, Recall & Consumer Products Law Observer
The internet of things (“IoT”) is the use of network sensors in physical devices to allow for remote monitoring and control. These devices have made great strides in making our lives more convenient. But interconnectivity and data collection can also have serious security and privacy implications.
What Does Purpose-Driven Leadership Really Mean?
December 23, 2020, Forbes
The sooner leaders adopt a management style that embraces collaboration, the better prepared they will be for the tidal wave of change that is to come.
Erin Brockovich Blasts U.S. Regulation Of Toxic Chemicals
December 28, 2020, Scientific American
Erin Brockovich, the real woman who inspired the film, is broadening her battle to water pollution around the world. Her efforts now center on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of chemicals linked to cancer and other health effects.
Doctors Say Flying With COVID-19 Isn’t Just Reckless; It’s Potentially Deadly
December 30, 2020, Washington Post
Beyond the danger those infected passengers are creating to the people around them, they also pose a sizable risk to themselves when they board their planes. Low cabin air pressure is likely a factor in coronavirus-related deaths on planes.
Lead Poisoning Could Lurk In Indian Spices
December 26, 2020, Despardes
Indian researcher tested 52 samples of chili, cumin, curry powder, turmeric, garam masala and chat masala. She found lead in all of them. Exposure to the heavy metal from spice powders is affecting child health across the country, says a report in The Guardian.
Nearly 200K Ceiling Fans Recalled Because Blades Can Detach and Fly Off
December 28, 2020, CBS-Dallas
Blades flying off ceiling fans? It’s a concern for the King of Fans. The Florida-based company is now recalling more than 190,000 ceiling fans because the fans’ blades can detach while in use.
FAA Issues Long-Anticipated Rules For Commercial Drones
December 29, 2020, Wall Street Journal
U.S. regulators established industry-wide requirements for remote identification of drones, along with new safeguards for flights over populated areas and at night, in a long-awaited effort to expand commercial use of the craft.
Honoring Our Heroes
SPSP Website
SPSP makes a permanent home for the salute poster at its website.
