The New York Times – Music:
The events were canceled “to ensure public order and safety,” the authorities said. Jewish leaders had objected to the concert by Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, who has a history of antisemitic remarks.
Category: Stampedes
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Settlements Reached in Travis Scott Astroworld Concert Deaths
The New York Times – Music:
A trial had been set to hear evidence that organizers of a 2021 Travis Scott concert knew the crowd was too large and ignored pleas to stop it as 10 people were crushed.
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Most Wrongful Death Lawsuits Tied to Astroworld Festival Are Settled
The New York Times – Music:
The rapper Travis Scott and the concert promoter Live Nation faced 10 suits after the 2021 tragedy. One case from the family of a 9-year-old victim is pending.
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Tear Gas, a Stampede, and an Indonesian Family Shattered
The New York Times – Sports:
Muhammad Yulianto and Devi Ratna Sari took their young son to his first soccer match. The young couple were among the 125 who died in the tragedy at the Indonesian stadium.
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Deadly Soccer Clash in Indonesia Puts Police Tactics, and Impunity, in Spotlight
The New York Times – Sports:
Experts say officers are almost never held accountable for their actions. And in a huge police budget, millions are spent on tear gas, batons and other devices deployed during protests.
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Gunfire at Atlanta Airport Was 'Accidental Discharge,' Officials Say
The New York Times – Travel:
Gunfire at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Saturday was accidental, officials said, but it led to flight disruptions and a stampede of passengers.
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Astroworld Disaster Rekindles Fears About Music Festival Safety
The New York Times – Music:
The concert industry notes that serious problems are still rare, but over the years a number of deadly stampedes have shown the inherent dangers of big, excited crowds.