traffic light

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Seven months ago, a self-driving Waymo made an illegal U-turn at a traffic light right in front of police officers in San Bruno.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

But for many of us, there can be some surprising signals—like a flashing yellow traffic light inside your head.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

Ofsted's new inspection framework is based on a "traffic light system" which will grade schools on several areas of school life, as well as on safeguarding.

From BBC • Nov. 3, 2025

Last month, police officers in San Bruno, CA, observed a self-driving Waymo make an illegal U-turn at a traffic light.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 21, 2025

Lexie slowed as they approached a traffic light and Pearl noticed dark rings beneath her eyes.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng