Deutsche Bahn runs empty trains at night due to lack of parking in Berlin
Due to a lack of parking space in Berlin, Deutsche Bahn runs 5-6 empty ICE trains at night, increasing electricity costs and worsening the existing 1,200-position train driver shortage in Germany, despite 1,000 new qualified workers entering the workforce each year.
Deutsche Bahn runs empty trains at night due to lack of parking in Berlin
Due to a lack of parking space in Berlin, Deutsche Bahn runs 5-6 empty ICE trains at night, increasing electricity costs and worsening the existing 1,200-position train driver shortage in Germany, despite 1,000 new qualified workers entering the workforce each year.
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40% Bias Score
Verdi Strikes Disrupt Baden-Württemberg Public Transport
Warnstreiks by Verdi union members at SWEG and AVG caused significant disruptions to bus and train services across Baden-Württemberg on December 4th, impacting commuters and highlighting ongoing wage negotiations for the railway collective bargaining agreement.
Verdi Strikes Disrupt Baden-Württemberg Public Transport
Warnstreiks by Verdi union members at SWEG and AVG caused significant disruptions to bus and train services across Baden-Württemberg on December 4th, impacting commuters and highlighting ongoing wage negotiations for the railway collective bargaining agreement.
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24% Bias Score
Tempi Tunnel Flood Disrupts Athens-Thessaloniki Railway
A flood in the Tempi tunnel on the Athens-Thessaloniki railway line has disrupted service; crews are working to clear debris and restore operations, with freight trains expected to resume after midnight and passenger service potentially resuming Wednesday using diesel trains.
Tempi Tunnel Flood Disrupts Athens-Thessaloniki Railway
A flood in the Tempi tunnel on the Athens-Thessaloniki railway line has disrupted service; crews are working to clear debris and restore operations, with freight trains expected to resume after midnight and passenger service potentially resuming Wednesday using diesel trains.
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36% Bias Score
Trump to Modernize FAA, Prioritize Safety and Counter China's Growing Aviation Influence
President-elect Trump plans to swiftly modernize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to improve safety, efficiency, and regain public trust by appointing a new administrator and securing a multibillion-dollar budget, countering China's growing aviation influence.
Trump to Modernize FAA, Prioritize Safety and Counter China's Growing Aviation Influence
President-elect Trump plans to swiftly modernize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to improve safety, efficiency, and regain public trust by appointing a new administrator and securing a multibillion-dollar budget, countering China's growing aviation influence.
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60% Bias Score
Flawed Business Case Delays \$35 Billion Suburban Rail Loop Funding
The Victorian government's \$35 billion Suburban Rail Loop East project is stalled due to a flawed business case lacking alternative assessments, a comprehensive risk-management plan, and a focus on the immediate project scope, raising concerns for Infrastructure Australia and delaying federal fundi...
Flawed Business Case Delays \$35 Billion Suburban Rail Loop Funding
The Victorian government's \$35 billion Suburban Rail Loop East project is stalled due to a flawed business case lacking alternative assessments, a comprehensive risk-management plan, and a focus on the immediate project scope, raising concerns for Infrastructure Australia and delaying federal fundi...
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52% Bias Score
Thessaloniki Opens Unique Driverless Metro System After 20-Year Construction
Thessaloniki opened its new €3 billion driverless metro on Saturday after almost 20 years of construction, unearthing over 300,000 artifacts and aiming to reduce daily traffic by 57,000 cars; the system integrates a museum showcasing the finds.
Thessaloniki Opens Unique Driverless Metro System After 20-Year Construction
Thessaloniki opened its new €3 billion driverless metro on Saturday after almost 20 years of construction, unearthing over 300,000 artifacts and aiming to reduce daily traffic by 57,000 cars; the system integrates a museum showcasing the finds.
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36% Bias Score
Deutsche Bahn's Empty Trains Expose Infrastructure and Personnel Shortages in Berlin
Due to insufficient railway sidings in Berlin, Deutsche Bahn runs empty high-speed trains around the city at night, exacerbating a driver shortage and highlighting infrastructure challenges despite a 50% increase in passenger numbers since the 1990s.
Deutsche Bahn's Empty Trains Expose Infrastructure and Personnel Shortages in Berlin
Due to insufficient railway sidings in Berlin, Deutsche Bahn runs empty high-speed trains around the city at night, exacerbating a driver shortage and highlighting infrastructure challenges despite a 50% increase in passenger numbers since the 1990s.
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52% Bias Score
UK EV Adoption Hampered by Lack of Charging Infrastructure
Letters to the editor highlight the UK's insufficient electric vehicle charging infrastructure as a major barrier to mass adoption, emphasizing the need for government intervention to expand public charging points and standardize charging methods to achieve net-zero goals.
UK EV Adoption Hampered by Lack of Charging Infrastructure
Letters to the editor highlight the UK's insufficient electric vehicle charging infrastructure as a major barrier to mass adoption, emphasizing the need for government intervention to expand public charging points and standardize charging methods to achieve net-zero goals.
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48% Bias Score
Frontier Airlines to Introduce Premium Seating in Late 2025
Frontier Airlines will introduce a new premium seating class in late 2025, located in the first two rows of its aircraft, in response to evolving consumer preferences towards more premium travel experiences, with pricing yet to be announced but offering free upgrades to Elite Gold members.
Frontier Airlines to Introduce Premium Seating in Late 2025
Frontier Airlines will introduce a new premium seating class in late 2025, located in the first two rows of its aircraft, in response to evolving consumer preferences towards more premium travel experiences, with pricing yet to be announced but offering free upgrades to Elite Gold members.
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40% Bias Score
EVs Pose Increased Winter Driving Risk Due to Longer Stopping Distances
Electric vehicles' increased power and weight create a significant winter driving hazard due to longer stopping distances on icy roads, even with all-wheel drive; this, coupled with a false sense of security, necessitates driver awareness and preventative measures like winter tires.
EVs Pose Increased Winter Driving Risk Due to Longer Stopping Distances
Electric vehicles' increased power and weight create a significant winter driving hazard due to longer stopping distances on icy roads, even with all-wheel drive; this, coupled with a false sense of security, necessitates driver awareness and preventative measures like winter tires.
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32% Bias Score
95% Dissatisfied with Pothole-Plagued Roads: Survey Reveals Public Outrage
An annual survey reveals that 95% of the public are dissatisfied with the state of local roads due to potholes, with only 24% of people across England happy with national highways; the cost of fixing the problem is estimated at £16.3billion.
95% Dissatisfied with Pothole-Plagued Roads: Survey Reveals Public Outrage
An annual survey reveals that 95% of the public are dissatisfied with the state of local roads due to potholes, with only 24% of people across England happy with national highways; the cost of fixing the problem is estimated at £16.3billion.
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48% Bias Score
Neuron E-Scooters Relaunch in Brisbane Amidst Safety Concerns
Neuron e-scooters are returning to Brisbane streets on Tuesday with 2500 scooters, following a safety campaign and contract renewal, after a rival company's contract was cancelled for violating regulations and operating unauthorized devices.
Neuron E-Scooters Relaunch in Brisbane Amidst Safety Concerns
Neuron e-scooters are returning to Brisbane streets on Tuesday with 2500 scooters, following a safety campaign and contract renewal, after a rival company's contract was cancelled for violating regulations and operating unauthorized devices.
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44% Bias Score