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Kenya to Begin Construction of $4.5 Billion Railway Extension
Kenya is set to begin construction of a $4.5 billion Standard Gauge Railway extension from Naivasha to Malaba by December, expanding its high-speed rail network and boosting regional trade and connectivity; the project, funded by China, is expected to increase Kenya's GDP by 2-3 percent.
Kenya to Begin Construction of $4.5 Billion Railway Extension
Kenya is set to begin construction of a $4.5 billion Standard Gauge Railway extension from Naivasha to Malaba by December, expanding its high-speed rail network and boosting regional trade and connectivity; the project, funded by China, is expected to increase Kenya's GDP by 2-3 percent.
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Trump Administration Cuts \$4 Billion in Funding for California High-Speed Rail
The Trump administration terminated \$4 billion in federal grants for California's high-speed rail project due to missed deadlines, budget shortfalls, and inflated ridership projections; California plans to sue, claiming the Federal Railroad Administration acted arbitrarily.
Trump Administration Cuts \$4 Billion in Funding for California High-Speed Rail
The Trump administration terminated \$4 billion in federal grants for California's high-speed rail project due to missed deadlines, budget shortfalls, and inflated ridership projections; California plans to sue, claiming the Federal Railroad Administration acted arbitrarily.
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48% Bias Score
First Boeing 787 Dreamliner Crash in Ahmedabad
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner operated by Air India crashed in Ahmedabad, India, on takeoff, reaching only 625ft altitude; this is the first crash of this model since its introduction in 2011, despite past engine issues and safety concerns that prompted FAA investigations.
First Boeing 787 Dreamliner Crash in Ahmedabad
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner operated by Air India crashed in Ahmedabad, India, on takeoff, reaching only 625ft altitude; this is the first crash of this model since its introduction in 2011, despite past engine issues and safety concerns that prompted FAA investigations.
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Rising Car Hood Heights Increase Pedestrian Injury Risk in Europe
A study by the European Federation for Transport and Environment (T&E) reveals that the average height of car hoods in the UK and EU has increased to 83.4 centimeters by 2024, increasing the risk of severe injuries to pedestrians, especially children, due to reduced driver visibility of smaller indi...
Rising Car Hood Heights Increase Pedestrian Injury Risk in Europe
A study by the European Federation for Transport and Environment (T&E) reveals that the average height of car hoods in the UK and EU has increased to 83.4 centimeters by 2024, increasing the risk of severe injuries to pedestrians, especially children, due to reduced driver visibility of smaller indi...
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40% Bias Score
Russia to Enhance Driver Training Oversight Amid Rise in Novice Driver Accidents
Increased fatal accidents involving novice drivers in Russia have prompted recommendations for stricter driver training oversight, with experts advocating for a graduated licensing system similar to Australia and China to address systemic issues and reduce accidents.
Russia to Enhance Driver Training Oversight Amid Rise in Novice Driver Accidents
Increased fatal accidents involving novice drivers in Russia have prompted recommendations for stricter driver training oversight, with experts advocating for a graduated licensing system similar to Australia and China to address systemic issues and reduce accidents.
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48% Bias Score
French Airport Airline Violations Decrease 13.5% in 2024
French airports saw a 13.5% decrease in airline environmental violations in 2024 compared to 2023, totaling 665 infractions, largely due to improved curfew compliance at Nantes-Atlantique; however, Lyon-Saint-Exupéry saw a sixfold increase.
French Airport Airline Violations Decrease 13.5% in 2024
French airports saw a 13.5% decrease in airline environmental violations in 2024 compared to 2023, totaling 665 infractions, largely due to improved curfew compliance at Nantes-Atlantique; however, Lyon-Saint-Exupéry saw a sixfold increase.
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Senate Questions Republic Airways CEO's FAA Nomination Amid Safety Concerns
Republic Airways CEO Bryan Bedford's nomination to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) faced Senate questioning Wednesday over his company's attempt to lower pilot training standards, amidst renewed safety concerns and air traffic control system issues.
Senate Questions Republic Airways CEO's FAA Nomination Amid Safety Concerns
Republic Airways CEO Bryan Bedford's nomination to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) faced Senate questioning Wednesday over his company's attempt to lower pilot training standards, amidst renewed safety concerns and air traffic control system issues.
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Virgin-Qatar Partnership Intensifies Australian Aviation Competition
Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways launched a daily Sydney-Doha flight partnership on Thursday, expanding Australian consumer choices and increasing competition with Qantas; the alliance is expected to add 2.65 million seats yearly and generate over $3 billion in economic activity within five years.
Virgin-Qatar Partnership Intensifies Australian Aviation Competition
Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways launched a daily Sydney-Doha flight partnership on Thursday, expanding Australian consumer choices and increasing competition with Qantas; the alliance is expected to add 2.65 million seats yearly and generate over $3 billion in economic activity within five years.
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Nox to Launch Affordable Private Sleeper Trains Across Europe
Nox, a Berlin-based startup, will launch private-room sleeper trains across Europe from 2027, aiming to offer fares as low as flights and connecting 100 cities by 2035, addressing the issues of shared cabins and high prices on existing night trains.
Nox to Launch Affordable Private Sleeper Trains Across Europe
Nox, a Berlin-based startup, will launch private-room sleeper trains across Europe from 2027, aiming to offer fares as low as flights and connecting 100 cities by 2035, addressing the issues of shared cabins and high prices on existing night trains.
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Mishandled Baggage in Europe Rises Despite Global Improvement
European airlines mishandled 12.3 bags per 1000 passengers in 2024, exceeding North America (5.5) and Asia-Pacific (3.1) rates, despite a global decrease from 46.9 million in 2007 to 33.4 million in 2024; the industry incurs \$5 billion in annual costs.
Mishandled Baggage in Europe Rises Despite Global Improvement
European airlines mishandled 12.3 bags per 1000 passengers in 2024, exceeding North America (5.5) and Asia-Pacific (3.1) rates, despite a global decrease from 46.9 million in 2007 to 33.4 million in 2024; the industry incurs \$5 billion in annual costs.
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36% Bias Score
BC Ferries awards $1B ferry contract to Chinese shipyard amid trade dispute
BC Ferries awarded a $1-billion contract to China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyards to build four new ferries for its Vancouver Island routes, citing the Chinese company as the only bidder offering the best deal; this decision is controversial due to Canada's strained trade relations with China an...
BC Ferries awards $1B ferry contract to Chinese shipyard amid trade dispute
BC Ferries awarded a $1-billion contract to China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyards to build four new ferries for its Vancouver Island routes, citing the Chinese company as the only bidder offering the best deal; this decision is controversial due to Canada's strained trade relations with China an...
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Queensland Eases Road Tolling Regulations Amidst Story Bridge Toll Debate
Queensland's parliament passed amendments to the Transport Infrastructure Act, potentially enabling easier toll increases on state roads; while the Transport Minister denies plans to toll the Story Bridge, the opposition argues this lacks transparency and could lead to new tolls or increased existin...
Queensland Eases Road Tolling Regulations Amidst Story Bridge Toll Debate
Queensland's parliament passed amendments to the Transport Infrastructure Act, potentially enabling easier toll increases on state roads; while the Transport Minister denies plans to toll the Story Bridge, the opposition argues this lacks transparency and could lead to new tolls or increased existin...
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52% Bias Score
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