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Passengers Intervene After Bus Driver Loses Consciousness in Sweden
Worldnewsbeastprotothema-en4d ago2 sources

Passengers Intervene After Bus Driver Loses Consciousness in Sweden

Fifty passengers on a bus in Sweden safely escaped after they intervened when the driver lost consciousness on a busy motorway, preventing a potential disaster. A Greek news outlet also reported on the incident, detailing the immediate reaction of two passengers.

London Bus Driver Strikes Postponed
WorldThe Independent7d ago

London Bus Driver Strikes Postponed

Strikes by Unite members working for Arriva North London bus services have been postponed, following previous walkouts in protest over hot weather working conditions.

Polish Bus Driver Detained After Fatal M3 Highway Crash
Worldhvgaktuality-sk7d ago2 sources

Polish Bus Driver Detained After Fatal M3 Highway Crash

A Polish bus driver has been remanded in custody by a court following a tragic accident on the M3 highway in Hungary, which killed 12 pilgrims. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the bus crash.

Bus Driver Refuses Small Coins in Kėdainiai, Lithuania
Worlddelfi-lt15d ago

Bus Driver Refuses Small Coins in Kėdainiai, Lithuania

A man attempting to pay for a bus ticket in Kėdainiai, Lithuania, was surprised when the driver rudely refused to accept 1 and 2 cent coins, claiming they were no longer valid, prompting an apology from the bus company.

Zelenskyy Visits Serbia Amid Russian Influence Concerns and Kyiv Missile Attacks
WorldBBCbloombergAl Jazeera+40dr-dkyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomattagesschauukrainska-pravdafazlsm-lvder-standard+32 more17d ago43 sources

Zelenskyy Visits Serbia Amid Russian Influence Concerns and Kyiv Missile Attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Serbia, a country with historical ties to Russia, securing pledges of support while Russian missile attacks near Kyiv killed a child and two others. The visit aimed to strengthen Ukraine's diplomatic standing as Russian influence in the Balkans wanes.

Bus Driver Kicks Explosive Drone Out of Air at German Airport
TechnologyFTcbcfaz+15aftonbladetberlingskeder-spiegelSCMPtelexaktualne-czdigi24hvg+7 more18d ago18 sources

Bus Driver Kicks Explosive Drone Out of Air at German Airport

A bus driver at Leipzig/Halle Airport in Germany reportedly kicked an explosive-laden drone out of the air, an act praised by German politicians. The incident has raised questions about airport security and the potential for foreign interference.

Bus Driver Charged After Teenagers Hit by Train in Częstochowa
Worldtvn241mo ago

Bus Driver Charged After Teenagers Hit by Train in Częstochowa

A city bus driver in Częstochowa has been charged for allegedly rushing a 19-year-old driver at a railway crossing in June, causing the teenager to drive his Opel directly into the path of a freight train. The teenager and his passenger were seriously injured.

Singapore Opens First Dedicated Bus Driver Residence
Worldchannel-news-asia1mo ago

Singapore Opens First Dedicated Bus Driver Residence

Singapore has opened its first dedicated residence for bus drivers, located next to the Sengkang West Bus Depot, offering amenities like air conditioning and a games room for nearly 200 drivers from China.

OASTH to Hire 171 New Bus Drivers in Thessaloniki
Worldiefimeridanaftemporiki2mo ago2 sources

OASTH to Hire 171 New Bus Drivers in Thessaloniki

The Thessaloniki Urban Transport Organization (OASTH) is recruiting 171 new bus drivers, with applications opening on June 29. For the first time, graduates of compulsory education are also eligible to apply.

Russian Drone Strikes Nuclear Waste Storage Facility Near Chornobyl
WorldBBCFTle-monde+58The GuardianAl Jazeeradr-dkcbccnbcnosruvtagesschau+50 more2mo ago61 sources

Russian Drone Strikes Nuclear Waste Storage Facility Near Chornobyl

A Russian drone strike damaged a nuclear waste storage facility near the Chornobyl plant, prompting Ukraine to classify it as a war crime and inform international partners, including the IAEA.

Investigation Continues After Deadly Polish Bus Crash in Hungary
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Investigation Continues After Deadly Polish Bus Crash in Hungary

An investigation is ongoing into a tragic Polish tour bus accident in Hungary that killed at least twelve people, with the bus driver still detained. Polish prosecutors are involved in re-examining the bus, while some injured passengers have begun returning to Poland.

Former Adobe Engineer Becomes School Bus Driver After Layoff
TechnologyYahooTimes of India9d ago2 sources

Former Adobe Engineer Becomes School Bus Driver After Layoff

An engineer who worked at Adobe for 25 years was laid off and, after a year of unsuccessful job searching in tech, decided to become a school bus driver. This career change highlights the challenges faced by some experienced tech professionals after layoffs.

Russian Strike on Bus in Nikopol Kills Driver
Worldukrainska-pravdaukrinform18d ago2 sources

Russian Strike on Bus in Nikopol Kills Driver

A Russian strike on a passenger bus in Nikopol has resulted in the death of the bus driver. The incident highlights the ongoing dangers faced by civilians in the region.

Trump Halts Military Strikes Against Iran, Citing Diplomatic Efforts
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+85FTThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dknrkyle-uutisetcnbc+77 more24d ago88 sources

Trump Halts Military Strikes Against Iran, Citing Diplomatic Efforts

President Trump announced a pause in planned military strikes against Iran, stating that the decision was made to allow for diplomatic efforts and a potential deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz. He indicated that the US and Israel would hold back fire, giving diplomacy a final chance.

Bus Attacked with Paving Stones in Liège, Belgium
dh-les-sports28d ago

Bus Attacked with Paving Stones in Liège, Belgium

A TEC bus driver in Liège, Belgium, was targeted by individuals who threw paving stones at the vehicle in the Laveu district. While no one was injured, this incident is part of a concerning trend of aggression against public transport.

Multiple Road Accidents Reported Across Balkan Region
Worldn1-serbiaindian-expressvijesti-me+2balkan-webcdm-me1mo ago5 sources

Multiple Road Accidents Reported Across Balkan Region

Several severe road accidents have been reported across the Balkan region, resulting in fatalities and numerous injuries. Incidents include a bus accident in Montenegro attributed to driver fatigue and a collision in Albania.

Van Collides with Bus in Moscow, Injuring 25
Worldmeduza1mo ago

Van Collides with Bus in Moscow, Injuring 25

A Gazelle van and a bus collided on Nizgorodskaya Street in Moscow, resulting in injuries to 25 people, including the bus driver, with emergency services still assessing the conditions of those affected.

Fatal Road Accidents Reported in Albania and Denmark
Worlddr-dkberlingskepolitiken+1balkan-web1mo ago4 sources

Fatal Road Accidents Reported in Albania and Denmark

Multiple road accidents have been reported, including a fatal incident in Pogradec, Albania, where a driver died after losing control of his vehicle. Separately, a bus driver in Denmark was sentenced to prison following a fatal accident.

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School Bus Accident in Osaka Involves Six Vehicles, Injuring Five

A school bus carrying middle and high school students veered into oncoming traffic and collided with multiple vehicles at an intersection in Kawachinagano City, Osaka, on Thursday evening. The accident involved six vehicles in total, resulting in five injuries, including three students. Police arrested the school bus driver on suspicion of negligent driving causing injury.

Russian Attacks in Ukraine Kill One, Injure Others
Worldukrainska-pravdaukrinform2mo ago2 sources

Russian Attacks in Ukraine Kill One, Injure Others

A trolleybus driver injured in a recent Russian attack on Sumy has died in the hospital, while Russian drones also attacked a bakery in Hlukhiv. These incidents add to the ongoing casualties and destruction from Russian aggression in Ukraine.

Bus Driver Entered Crosswalk from Yield Sign in Fatal Turku Accident
Worldyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomat2mo ago2 sources

Bus Driver Entered Crosswalk from Yield Sign in Fatal Turku Accident

New information has emerged regarding the fatal bus accident in Turku that claimed a child's life, revealing that the bus driver entered the crosswalk from behind a yield sign. Police confirmed the bus failed to yield before hitting the child.

Deadly Bus and Car Accidents in Bihar, India
Worldhindustan-times2mo ago

Deadly Bus and Car Accidents in Bihar, India

Three pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh died in Bihar's Aurangabad after their bus crashed into a truck. Separately, four men were killed and the driver injured in another accident when a speeding car lost control.

Bus Driver Collapses at Wheel on Swedish Highway
Healthyle-uutisetsvenska-dagbladet7d ago2 sources

Bus Driver Collapses at Wheel on Swedish Highway

A bus driver in Sweden fainted at the wheel while driving on a highway, prompting an alarm from the union. This incident caused moments of terror as the bus continued without an active driver.

Bus Driver in M3 Highway Accident in Shock, Lawyer States
Worldhvg9d ago

Bus Driver in M3 Highway Accident in Shock, Lawyer States

The lawyer for the Polish bus driver involved in the M3 highway accident stated that his client is in a state of shock, knowing that several people died. The driver, nearing retirement at 63, will reach retirement age in a few years.

Worldhelsingin-sanomat9d ago

Bus Collision in Myllypuro, Helsinki

Police reported a bus collision in Myllypuro, Helsinki, where one bus driver drove into the back of another bus that was stopped at a bus stop, traveling at approximately 40 kilometers per hour.

US Intelligence Links Drone at Leipzig Airport to Russia
Worlddr-dknzzruv+17ukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetberlingskeder-spiegelirozhlasdie-presseaktualne-cz+9 more18d ago20 sources

US Intelligence Links Drone at Leipzig Airport to Russia

US intelligence has reportedly linked a drone found at Leipzig airport to Russia, sparking accusations from Germany which Russia has dismissed as a 'fabricated provocation.' The incident has led to increased scrutiny and calls for Europe to address potential Russian aggression.

Bus Driver Shares Experience Transporting Dogs
CultureThe Guardian26d ago

Bus Driver Shares Experience Transporting Dogs

A bus driver with 25 years of experience, who previously worked with children, shares insights into their current role transporting dogs. The driver notes that the noise doesn't bother them and considers a quiet ride home a sign of a job well done.

Bus Accident Kills 20 Schoolchildren in Uganda
Worldfazbalkan-web1mo ago2 sources

Bus Accident Kills 20 Schoolchildren in Uganda

Twenty schoolchildren and one adult died in Uganda when a bus driver lost control during a school trip, causing the vehicle to overturn, with investigators now examining the cause of the severe accident.

Bus Driver Charged with Manslaughter in Deadly Virginia Crash
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Bus Driver Charged with Manslaughter in Deadly Virginia Crash

A bus driver has been charged with involuntary manslaughter following a fatal crash in Virginia that killed five people, including an entire family of four. The driver, who reportedly does not speak English, is accused of causing the accident.