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South Metro Atlanta is building the world's first fully automated public transit system using driverless electric pods on dedicated guideways. The half-mile pilot could move 10,000 people per hour at bus prices without adding a single road.
A 58-year-old falafel shop owner in Tel Aviv now answers customer questions at 2 AM without hiring extra staff, thanks to simple automation tools built for everyday messaging apps. Israeli startups are finally bringing automation to small businesses by meeting them where they already are.
South Metro Atlanta is getting the nation's first autonomous public transit network this December, offering free rides 24/7 on vehicles that combine the privacy of a car with the affordability of a bus. After ten years of development, Glydways is proving that cities don't need billions to build modern mass transit.
History shows automation creates jobs instead of eliminating them. From Henry Ford's assembly line to today's AI revolution, new technology keeps expanding the workforce.
A Canadian company just secured $110 million to make factory robots as easy to use as smartphone apps. Vention's AI-powered platform is helping manufacturers automate production in days instead of months.
Texas manufacturers struggling to find skilled workers are getting free hands-on help with robotics solutions. OnRobot and FANUC are hosting a Dallas event on February 19 to show practical automation that's already working.
Israeli entrepreneurs are automating customer chatbots but ignoring back-office tasks that could save 15 hours weekly. The real money sits in invoicing, lead tracking, and appointment systems most owners overlook.
Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus successfully handed power to an elected government 18 months after a student-led uprising toppled an authoritarian regime. The peaceful transition marks a historic moment for democracy in the South Asian nation of 170 million people.
Indian travelers can now pass through French airports without a transit visa, making connections easier for millions. The policy change took effect April 10, 2026.
After 40 years as the deep-voiced announcer of New York City's subway system, Bernie Wagenblast shared her transition journey and debuted her new, feminized voice to millions of daily riders. Her story highlights how voice coaching is becoming vital gender-affirming care for trans people everywhere.
When Kate Winkworth realized her husband Martyn was miserable living as a man, she encouraged him to transition—even putting their dreams of having a baby on hold so Marti could finally be herself. Seventeen years later, they're happier than ever.
As cities slash bus routes, advocates and researchers are fighting back with creative solutions to help millions of Americans without cars reach grocery stores. From taxi vouchers to route redesigns, communities are proving that better transit access means better food security.
Tourists visiting South Korea can now use their iPhones and Apple Watches to pay for buses, subways, and taxis without buying physical transit cards or exchanging cash. The new system works with international Mastercard cards and is available across major cities.
Ghana's Interior Ministry has paid all outstanding rent allowances to thousands of security personnel and introduced a new automated system to prevent future delays. Starting March 2026, officers will receive rent payments directly with their monthly salaries.
Nigeria's Federal Government approved a ₦1 trillion ($2 billion) metropolitan rail system for Kano, promising to ease traffic and boost economic growth in one of West Africa's largest cities. The modern transit network will connect key districts across the bustling metropolis.
Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is working to ensure an orderly handover of power after nearly two years in office. Former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is the clear frontrunner to take over, with the transition potentially complete by mid-July.
New York City Transit's lost and found returns thousands of items each month to grateful passengers, proving that losing something on the subway doesn't have to mean losing it forever. From cellphones to cremated remains, dedicated workers are matching lost treasures with their relieved owners.
A lonely Toronto commuter transformed his own life by doing something radically simple: wishing strangers a great day on public transit. Now Minjae Cho's daily acts of kindness are changing how an entire city connects.
When Troy left his bag of hair clippers on a subway, he thought they were gone forever. Thanks to NYC Transit's lost and found team, he got them back along with 3,000 other people reunited with their belongings every month.
What started as a one-man engineering shop on Sydney's Northern Beaches in 1966 just celebrated 60 years as a global automation leader. Dematic now powers the supply chains behind your groceries, medical supplies, and online orders across Australia and New Zealand.
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