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Monday September 27, 2010

Ever since the Segway was introduced in 2001 people have questioned their safety. Jimi Heselden has spent the past decade trying to convince people that the Segway is not only safe, but it's a great way to get around.

On Sunday Jimi Heselden's body was found in a river on the bottom of a 30ft cliff. Know one knows what exactly happened, but police have stated that there was no foul play.

A recent study conducted by emergency room doctors shows that Segway related injuries are becoming a growing concern. They said every year more and more patients come into the ER with severe injuries.

So are Segways really safe or are people misusing them? We may never find out what caused Jimi Heselden's Segway to send him over the cliff, but one thing is certain The number of Segway related deaths and injuries are increasing year after year.

Extreme Couponing Reality Show

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People being arrested for using Chatroulette

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Gordon Ramsay Suicide

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University of Texas Shooting

Tuesday morning a student disguised in a ski mask opened fire on the campus of Texas University. Armed with an AK-47 the masked gunman fired 5 shots before turning the gun on himself. Police found the body on the 6th floor of the main library. Police ...

Killer whale dies at SeaWorld

A Killer whale(orca whale) named Sumar died at SeaWorld in San Diego yesterday. They said Sumar began acting lethargic on Monday and they gave him an antibiotic. His condition became worse and worse until he passed away around 1:45 p.m on Tuesday afternoo...