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If your car gets stuck on US railroad tracks, the small blue-and-white sign nearby can tell the railroad exactly where you are before the next train arrives- Warren Buffett calls out the worst accounting trick in corporate America, and the analysts who help it along
- In 1950s America, Ronald Read began buying everyday blue-chip stocks; decades later, the janitor left behind an $8 million portfolio
- California’s beaches are disappearing — San Clemente could need 300,000 truckloads of sand as El Niño threatens an already eroding coastSan Clemente is experiencing significant coastal erosion that is diminishing beach space and threatening infrastructure. The city estimates...27 Sep, 2026, 07.06 PM IST
- In 1888, a German city built a railway that climbs without an onboard engine: 1,849 gallons of water weigh one car down enough to pull the other 272 feet uphillThe Nerobergbahn in Wiesbaden, established in 1888, stands as Germany's oldest water-ballast rack railroad. This unique railway operates wi...26 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
- Compute capacity is foundational infra of the AI era, says Preeti Lobana, vice-president and country manager at Google IndiaGoogle's $15 billion investment will build a 1-gigawatt AI data centre hub. This infrastructure is crucial for India's $1 trillion digital ...23 Sep, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
- In 1901, Los Angeles opened Angels Flight up a 33% Bunker Hill slope; by 1952, the short railway was credited with more than 100 million passengersFor over 120 years, Angels Flight has delighted visitors as a historic funicular railway in Los Angeles. Constructed by Colonel J.W. Eddy, ...21 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- In 1921, Simon Rodia, an Italian immigrant began building towers in his Los Angeles yard; 33 years later, his handmade creation included a tower more than 99 feet highIn 1921, Italian immigrant Sabato “Simon” Rodia began an ambitious project on his small property in Los Angeles. Working alone during night...15 Sep, 2026, 11.37 PM IST
- In 1896, 40,000 people traveled to the middle of nowhere in Texas to watch two trains crash intentionally. Two died in the 'The Crash at Crush' eventAn 1896 Texas event featured two steam locomotives colliding at high speed. This spectacle, organized by the Katy Railroad, drew thousands ...09 Sep, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
- In 1853, an American industrialist invented the revolutionizing safety elevator giving birth to a whole new industry and solving a crucial problem being faced during industrial revolution: How Elisha Otis invention changed the world?In 1853, an American industrialist Elisha Otis invented the safety elevator giving birth to a whole new industry and solving a crucial prob...28 Aug, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
- Trump admin pushes tougher English rules for Mexican train crews crossing into USThe Trump administration's latest initiative focuses on improving policies for Mexican train crews by mandating that they grasp key safety ...01 Aug, 2026, 07.03 AM IST
- In 1882, an American woman inventor came up with a design which helped in saving numerous lives and laying the foundation for modern life rafts: How Maria E. Beasley changed the future?In 1882, an American woman inventor, Maria E. Beasley, received a patent for a life raft with collapsible metal floats, airtight containers...30 Jul, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- In 1874, an African-American inventor designed an improved bathroom system for trains: How Lewis Howard Latimer along with Charles W. Brown changed railroad travel with a safer water closet patent?In 1874, an African-American inventor designed an improved bathroom system for trains through a patent filed by Lewis Howard Latimer and Ch...30 Jul, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
- After IndiGo crisis, railways loco pilots seek work-hour capIndian Railways loco pilots are demanding duty hour limits to combat fatigue and prevent accidents. They point to the recent crisis at Indi...09 Dec, 2025, 06.28 AM IST
- Trump fires Democratic member of Surface Transportation Board ahead of huge rail merger decisionPresident Trump fired Democratic member Robert Primus from the Surface Transportation Board amidst a proposed major railroad merger. Primus...28 Aug, 2025, 10.59 PM IST
- Railroad strike in US: Top points you should knowSince January 2020, a railroad strike has been brewing, which could have a significant impact on the U.S economy and global food security.12 Sep, 2022, 08.40 PM IST
- Railways at 'critical juncture', safety to be priority: Ashwani LohaniLohani's letter dated August 28 —before the fourth derailment in 10 days today morning — also indicated at reforms in the country's largest...30 Aug, 2017, 12.34 AM IST
- Indian among 6 victims of train accident in New York suburbAditya Tomar has been identified as a victim of the crash between a Metro-North train and the sport utility vehicle (SUV) on Tuesday evenin...05 Feb, 2015, 12.30 PM IST
- Rail Budget 2012: Railways to strengthen safety measures to prevent accidents, says Dinesh TrivediSafety will the primary focus of Indian Railways as it enters the 12th Five Year Plan beginning April 1, Minister Dinesh Trivedi said.14 Mar, 2012, 12.37 PM IST
- Genpact inks 3-yr pact with Federal-MogulBPO major Genpact today said it has signed a three-year deal with automotive supplier Federal-Mogul Corp to provide help desk services.15 Jun, 2010, 08.33 PM IST
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