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ICYMI: Pirate ship sets sail in Warren, a JJ Abrams film comes to Providence, and more
(WJAR) — In case you missed it this week, a movie directed by JJ Abrams is set to begin shooting in Providence next week, a verdict comes down in the Nicholas Alahverdian case, an update into the future of the Cranston Armory, a local man embarks...

Amazon just knocked the M4 Mac mini down to $499 shipped
We are still tracking a number of notable discounts on the higher-end upgraded configurations of Apple’s latest M4 Mac mini you’ll find down below, most of which are particularly rare offers. But Amazon is stepping in this morning with a deal on...

The Unyielding Spirit Of President John Mahama After The Aviation Disaster
John Mahama has been a leader with an unwavering spirit, exhibiting perseverance, drive, and a strong dedication to his vision. This is something that every Ghanaian who understands the quality of leadership can attest to. However, his recovery...

Two trains, one track, big problems | Holy Cow! History
Back before streaming films on Netflix, before TV or radio or records or movies— in fact, before any type of electronic entertainment — folks took pleasure in the simple things in life. Like watching two steam locomotives crash in a head-on...

'I travelled on one of UK's best sleeper trains - but people were floored by the cost'
Cornwall, with its golden beaches, extensive coastline, ample surfing opportunities, and dramatic cliffs — draws millions of visitors annually. UK travel and food content creator George Kimm recently detailed his trip to the picturesque county —...

जन्माष्टमी पर मुंगेर को वंदे भारत एक्सप्रेस की सौगात, जमालपुर से हावड़ा के लिए शुरू हुई Semi High-Speed Train
जन्माष्टमी के शुभ अवसर पर मुंगेर को एक ऐतिहासिक सौगात मिली है। आज Jamalpur Junction से देश की प्रतिष्ठित Vande Bharat Express को Howrah के लिए रवाना किया गया। यह ट्रेन अब मुंगेर और हावड़ा के बीच यात्रियों के लिए Fast, Comfortable और Reliable...

Don’t mess with Rail Trail
Our city leadership is currently examining a proposal somewhat misleadingly labeled ReCreate 248. The reason I use the word “misleading” is that the verbage ReCreate248 does not simply look at S.R. 248. It also references the Rail Trail as a...

Gianluigi Donnarumma trains with PSG squad as he awaits Manchester City move
2Gianluigi Donnarumma’s (26) future lies away from Paris Saint-Germain. Upon the announcement that he had been left out of the European champions’ UEFA Super Cup squad on Tuesday, he took to social media to announce his departure. However, whilst...

Do Railway Employees, Their Families Travel In Trains For Free? Here’s The Truth
Last Updated:August 16, 2025, 15:03 IST Employees get three free railway passes and four Privilege Ticket Orders each year, though one pass is given before five years of service. Officers, however, follow different rules Railway employees are...

Government Confirms 20-Baht Flat Fare for All Electric Rail Lines
The Cabinet has approved a budget of approximately 7 to 8 billion baht to subsidise the fare for the first year. The new fund model is being considered for the long term, with officials also exploring an infrastructure fund model. The government...

UFC star Shauna Bannon’s biggest lesson after knee surgery: ‘I used to train with anybody’
Shauna Bannon opened up about the biggest lesson she has learned since getting knee surgery. The UFC fighter had a rough debut in the UFC in 2023, but after surgery and rehab, she had come back better than ever with two back-to-back wins. She...

M6 traffic LIVE: Motorway closed as multi-vehicle crash sparks long delays
National Highways has issued the following diversion routes for drivers as the M6 southbound is closed between J11 Laney Green Interchange (Wolverhampton A460) and J10 Bentley Interchange (Walsall A454). Diversion Route (for M6 southbound traffic)...

Forget Seminaries: What Are You Doing To Train The Next Generation Of Preachers?
Those who do not reproduce go extinct. That’s the first rule of survival in nature, and it holds true in the church and in the ministry of the church. For the wisdom of the pastorate to endure it must be passed along. We are living in a strange...

Bagunas, Alas spikers train, bond in Romania
MANILA, Philippines — The Alas Pilipinas men's volleyball team is in the middle of a three-country training camp and are currently in Romania to polish to a luster a skill set and chemistry so important for them to flash before Filipino fans in...

Over 57% of Odisha Yatri Users Are Women, Signalling Rising Trust in Public Transport
The Odisha Yatri app has recorded a remarkable 57.44% female user base between October 2024 and July 2025. Of the 2.57 lakh passengers who used the platform, over 1.48 lakh were women, underscoring the state’s strides in gender-responsive...

Transport Department Reduces Ticket Prices
The Transport Department has announced a reduction in public transport fares by up to 5%. Orders have been issued to regional transport authorities to implement the revised fares, resulting in reductions ranging from Rs. 50 to Rs. 300 across...
2 arrested on drug charges after west Columbus traffic stop
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Two were arrested Thursday after a drug bust in Franklin County. Deputies said the arrests happened after a deputy noticed people “hastily” loading items into a car at The New Rome Motel before driving away. The deputy...

Protest against mining of soil for highway work brings traffic to halt near Velankanni
Hundreds of residents from Prathabarampuram panchayat staged a road blockade near Velankanni on the Nagapattinam–Thoothukudi East Coast Road on Saturday, opposing the excavation of soil from Chinneri for the ongoing four-lane highway project. The...

FRSC Advises Truck Owners On Vehicle Maintenance As 12 Die In Kano Truck Cras
1 The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has advised truck owners to make sure that they do regular vehicle maintenance of their trucks, as 12 people were crushed to death in Samawa, a village in Garun Malam Local Government Area of Kano State on...

Railways plans to roll out Gati Shakti Freight trains for faster cargo movement
Indian Railways Freight Services: Indian Railways (IR) plays a crucial role in transporting bulk commodities which are essential for industry and energy sectors, food grains for national distribution, fertilizers for agriculture, and petroleum...