Falling off chairs caused more deaths than ladders, beds and trees in 2004 - Who new? So be careful next time you're sitting on your favourite rickety old chair, or maybe changing that hard to reach light bulb.
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There are daredevils and then there's Evel. Throughout a career spanning three decades Knievel managed to set several Guinness world records, including one for breaking 37 bones in his body.
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Summer is a fine time of year, but out on the water, things can be pretty dangerous. This past weekend, a man was killed when his boat was hit by a drunk driver operating another boat.
Evel Knievel is the world's most famous daredevil. He was a national icon during the '70s, even launching a hugely successful line of toys. In his memorable red, white, and blue stunt outfits, Knievel attempted death-defying feats of bravery, breaking a record number of bones. Find out what 's true about the last gladiator and what's all talk.
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Riding doesn't come without its downsides, and unfortunately, the risk of injury is a big one. The infographic below shows the frequency of these injuries, and the likelihood of severity.
A side by side comparison of drivers by fault and involvement in fatal crashes.
