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Waymo Plans Singapore Robotaxi Launch in 2028 — 1dWaymo plans fully autonomous ride-hailing in Singapore in 2028, its first Southeast Asia market, after more than 20 million autonomous rides.

Elena Vasquez Singapore's dense traffic and strict rules will be a real test for Waymo's self-driving tech by 2028.

Saffie Osborne Makes History in St Leger Win — 6dSaffie Osborne became the first woman to ride a British Classic winner, steering Highwayman to victory in the St Leger at Doncaster and giving Joseph O’Brien a 1-2 with Enceladus second. The win came on the 250th running of the race, with Highwayman delivering a substantial prize and solidifying Osborne’s historic breakthrough.

Priya Raman Saffie Osborne's ride on Highwayman was sharp from start to finish, and that 1-2 for O'Brien made it even better.

Uber, WeRide Secure Spain’s First Level 4 Permit — Sep 10, 2026Spain's Directorate General of Traffic granted WeRide, Uber, and AVOMO the country's first national Level 4 autonomous-vehicle permit, authorizing an initial 20-vehicle Madrid fleet for mapping, route validation, and readiness testing ahead of planned commercial operations by end-2026. This milestone under the ES-AV framework positions Madrid as the fourth city in their expansion toward tens of thousands of autonomous rides across 15 cities by 2030, with in-car specialists supervising the initial phase.

Rachel Meyers Madrid traffic is tough enough already so starting with just 20 cars under close watch seems like the right cautious approach.

Video: Biden Falls During Bike Ride in DelawareReporting — Jun 18, 2022President Joe Biden accidentally fell during a bike ride. The president and first Lady Jill Biden were seen enjoying a bike ride on Saturday morning in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. As they approached a group of people, the…

Ohio State routs Ball State 56-3 ahead of Texas showdown — Sep 6, 2026Ohio State rolled past Ball State 56-3, with Jeremiah Smith delivering a one-handed 48-yard first-quarter grab and finishing with 151 receiving yards, while Julian Sayin racked up 320 passing yards and three touchdowns as the Buckeyes cruised. The program is already riding Heisman buzz for its star trio—Smith, Sayin and Bo Jackson—and eyes their next test on the road at Texas.

Sam Okafor Sayin quietly having a great day, 320 yards and 3 TDs against anybody is solid production.

‘It Came Alive:’ Astronauts Recount Wild Ride Home on SpaceX’s Crew DragonReporting — Aug 5, 2020U.S. astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley, home two days from a landmark mission as NASA’s first crew to fly a privately built vehicle into orbit, recounted on Tuesday the loud, jarring ride they experienced through…

SpaceX Capsule, Carrying Four Astronauts, Docks With International Space StationReporting — Nov 17, 2020Four astronauts riding a newly designed spacecraft from Elon Musk’s SpaceX docked with the International Space Station Monday night, in the first crewed mission on a privately built space capsule purchased by NASA…

CARRIE LUKAS: Corporate Media, Dems Thought Female Vote Would Be Slam Dunk For Harris. Boy, Were They Wrong. — Nov 6, 2024Vice President Kamala Harris was going to ride to victory on a wave of votes from women motivated by their support for abortion rights, their desire to see the first female president, and — most of all — their disgust…

Braves eye NL East clinch as Phillies stay hot in September stretch — Aug 31, 2026The Atlanta Braves enter September riding a seven-game winning streak and a five-game NL East lead, facing a brutal final-month schedule that includes seven division games with the Phillies and a race toward a possible first-round bye with a projected around 97-win finish. Across MLB, wild-card races tighten in both leagues as teams like the Cubs, Phillies, Guardians and others vie for the final spots while analysts project a dramatic stretch run to decide the postseason field.

Dana Whitfield A bye would be huge for this pitching staff to rest up before October. 97 wins feels almost too conservative at this pace.

Jill Biden Disguises Herself for April Fool’s Prank on Media, Staff During FlightReporting — Apr 2, 2021First Lady Jill Biden had a prank in mind for this year’s April Fool’s Day. During a plane ride on Thursday, “a flight attendant with short black hair — wearing a black pants suit, black face mask and a name badge…

Michelle Obama and Lebron James Partner To Bring Early Voters To the US PollsReporting — Oct 13, 2020A get-out-the vote group led by former first lady Michelle Obama will team up with an organization backed by NBA star LeBron James to provide food, protective gear, free legal advice and rides to the polls for people…

Golden Tempo Post 9, Travers Favorite — Aug 22, 2026Golden Tempo, the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winner, is the 5-2 morning-line favorite for the $1.25 million Travers Stakes at Saratoga, with a late blinkers upgrade cited by jockey Jose Ortiz as a turning point and a final workout completed. Ortiz, aiming to set a Saratoga meet wins record, will ride Golden Tempo as he faces a nine-rival field that includes Renegade as the 3-1 second choice in pursuit of his first Travers victory.

Jeep Recon EV Reaches 670 HP, Range DropsAuto — Aug 29, 2026Jeep has quietly raised the Recon EV’s official horsepower to 670 hp, delivering 0–60 mph in 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 112 mph, while trimming estimated range to 230 miles (base), 222 miles (Moab), and 240 miles (Overland). The price starts around $66,995 before fees, with dealers already offering modest discounts pre-launch as Stellantis’ brands ride positive half-year sales, and the Recon’s configurator shows the company’s push toward its first fully electric off-roader amid broader market dynamics.

No. 3 Kentucky sweeps No. 6 Wisconsin in Milwaukee — Aug 22, 2026Kentucky, ranked No. 3, swept No. 6 Wisconsin 3-0 at the AVCA First Serve to open the 2026 season, riding a blistering .385 team hitting percentage while Wisconsin struggled at .186 and was outblocked 10-5. The Wildcats were balanced across the lineup with Brooklyn DeLeye and Morgan Gaerte each reaching double-digit kills and Carr, DeLeye, and Gaerte fueling a high-powered attack, though Wisconsin showed bright spots in Audrey Flanagan and Eva Travis as the Badgers edge closer to competing with top teams.

Ohio State Fair Unveils New Children's Carousel — Jul 25, 2026The Ohio State Fair unveiled a new Ohio Children’s Carousel at the Columbus fairgrounds, designed by Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine to honor Ohio’s heritage with 88 counties and 12 historical boards, and it will cost $3 per ride with a public opening on July 29 as part of ongoing Expo 2050 improvements. The project, highlighted by state leaders and fair officials, positions the carousel as a centerpiece for family gatherings and a symbol of Ohio’s history and educational storytelling during the fair’s ongoing modernization.

Waymo Robotaxi Stops After Loaded Ghost Gun Detected — 6dTwo minors in a Waymo autonomous vehicle in San Francisco were detained after Waymo detected a firearm, prompting a high-risk stop that led to the recovery of a loaded AR-style ghost gun along with suspected marijuana and mace spray, and the youths were booked on illegal firearm possession. Waymo says it cooperated with police and notes this is not the first incident involving underage riders, with a prior July case in San Mateo where teens were found with alcohol and shooting objects from a car, and the investigation into the SF incident is ongoing.

Rachel Meyers Waymo's detection system probably prevented something worse from happening with those kids and the gun.

Leknessund wins Vuelta stage seven; Pogacar extends lead — Aug 28, 2026Norwegian rider Andreas Leknessund stormed to victory on stage seven of the Vuelta a España with a late solo attack on the Aramon Valdelinares climb, giving Uno-X Mobility their first Vuelta stage win as teammate Tobias Halland Johannessen finished second; the day was marked by the nation mourning King Harald V of Norway. Pogacar extended his overall lead, while Leknessund and Johannessen wore black armbands to honor the king.

Marine at Center of NYC Subway Death Furor Sticks It to Alvin Bragg With His First Legal MoveReporting — May 5, 2023The unnamed former Marine who put a ranting subway rider in a fatal chokehold this week has aready hired a lawyer who will be a familiar face for Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. The ex-Marine, whose name is not…

Simple Energy plans family scooter debut Sept 2 — Jul 22, 2026Simple Energy plans to launch its first family-oriented electric scooter on September 2, expanding beyond the performance-focused One lineup and aiming at everyday riders with a more conventional, comfort-oriented design. The model, likely named Arrive, is expected to feature practical touches such as a flat seat, front disc brake, and a sizeable floorboard, with a target range around 180–200 km and continued emphasis on in-house engineering and heavy rare-earth‑free motors.