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After religious protests ended the legendary "highway to hell" bus route in 2023, FlixBus is bringing back Poland's most famous bus number with a 13-hour journey to the Baltic coast. The quirky connection proves sometimes the best stories get a second chance.
In Kenya's capital, commuters are choosing electric buses and motorcycle taxis that cost less and run quieter than traditional vehicles. The country's electric vehicle fleet exploded from under 800 to 25,000 in just three years.
After 12 years without public transit, 1,500 families in Bengaluru's Kaniminike BDA apartments finally have a bus route connecting them to the city. Residents conducted their own survey to prove the need, showing 40% rely on public transport.
Rwanda's capital just proved a simple traffic fix can transform a city. Dedicated bus lanes slashed commute times in half and convinced 30,000 drivers to ditch their cars for public transit.
Millions of women in West Bengal will soon ride state-run buses completely free, joining a growing movement across India making public transport more accessible. The new program launches June 1 with a simple smart card system.
After a week of nationwide disruption, Kenya's transport operators called off their strike following President Ruto's commitment to lower diesel prices. The agreement brings relief to millions who rely on public transportation daily.
Two isolated tribal hamlets in Tamil Nadu, India, now have regular bus service after residents organized and petitioned officials. The new route connects hundreds of families to schools, hospitals, and jobs for the first time.
A new survey reveals overwhelming support for AI and automation in Singapore's trains, even as younger riders voice concerns about human oversight. The technology is already working behind the scenes to keep 2.5 million daily journeys running smoothly.
Ghana's new fleet of 100 government buses is about to hit the roads after completing final safety checks and driver training. Commuters across the country can expect relief from overcrowded public transportation within days.
India just announced its second overnight Vande Bharat Sleeper train, connecting two major cities with faster, more comfortable travel. The new service builds on success from the country's first sleeper train, which already saves passengers six hours.
From London's offshore wind farms to Sydney's automated metro, massive infrastructure projects are proving that cities can grow and go green at the same time. These engineering marvels are cutting millions of tons of carbon while moving millions of people.
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.
Costa Rica just cleared the final funding hurdle for a 51-kilometer electric train that could carry 100,000 passengers daily across its most congested cities. The long-awaited project finally has a budget, a timeline, and a chance to transform how millions of people move through their daily lives.
Mexico City just transformed its 40-year-old light rail with 17 new electric trains, faster service, and a fresh look inspired by the city's iconic salamander. The upgraded "El Ajolote" line now moves a quarter million people daily in less time.
A Dutch railway company is giving 1,000 low-income residents completely free train travel for six months to help design a permanent affordable transit solution. The pilot program could transform how people access jobs, healthcare, and opportunities across the country.
Australia's federal government just committed an extra $3.8 billion to Melbourne's massive Suburban Rail Loop, bringing the total federal investment to $6 billion. The 26-kilometer underground rail line will transform how millions travel across the city by 2035.
Passengers choosing buses over cars and planes prevented 1.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions in 2025. The shift to shared transport is making sustainable travel both affordable and accessible.
Passengers at Delhi's IGI Airport will soon skip the exhausting 750-meter trek between terminals. A new underground subway, opening by December 2026, will slash that walk to just 80 meters. #
When Doreen Orishaba built Africa's first electric car in 2011, critics called it a toy for the Western world. Now her silent electric buses move thousands of Kenyan and Rwandan passengers to work every day with zero exhaust.
Two of South Africa's largest taxi associations, locked in years of deadly conflict, have signed a peace agreement to end violence and create safer public transport. Leaders from both groups met in Nyanga to commit to working together and leaving a better legacy for their families.
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