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...campus and the city are undeniably safer that they were during the late 1970s and early 1980s, when long-time HUPD officers recall arresting suspects weekly for armed robberies. A Safer Square...
Graduates say that although the College was not as developed as it is today, the Square was in many ways a safer and more hospitable environment...
...Americans anticipate the cookouts of Memorial Day weekend, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is turning up the heat on meat plants to make those holiday hot dogs safer for consumers. The Department asked manufacturers to develop plans in the next month to test for the deadly listeria bacteria in frankfurters and other pre-cooked meats; the Department also said it would launch an education campaign urging consumers, especially expectant mothers and the elderly, to thoroughly heat such foods before eating them...
After some fat years for insurance companies, motorists are finally sharing in the benefits of a safer driving climate. The average rate for auto coverage fell 2.8% last year--the first decline in 25 years. Premiums should fall an additional 4.5% this year, and motorists with good driving records may save even more. The best part is that you may get a rate reduction without having to ask. Competition is that intense. But don't count on it. Review your policy to make sure that you're not overpaying...
...lower rates have been a long time coming, given the powerful trends that have helped insurers to powerful profits. Start with safer cars: most vehicles now have air bags and anti-lock brakes. Autos are harder to steal too--newer models have security systems that disable the engine when you take the key out. Stiffened penalties have curbed drunk driving. And baby boomers have moved into the demographic sweet spot for cautious driving. Motorists ages 40 to 59 have a lower rate of traffic deaths than any other group...