On July 22nd, after a restoration spanning a little over a decade, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad’s oil-fired Baldwin S160 2-8-0 #1702 was put back in service! Part of a class design c… Read More
Tora-san’s Runaway returned to the silver screen 49 years later after its 1970’s debut in crisp 4K at New York City’s Japan Society last Friday. The dark overtone message o… Read More
Between travel and midterms grading I will not be able to post a book review this week. Instead, I have posted the talk that I gave a few weeks ago at the Western History Association Confere… Read More
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During the vacation or stop by in West Virginia, you may need some alone time or downtime to relax your nerves in nature. What other way is better than a visit to the waterfalls… Read More
Story Of The Academy Awards Red Carpet – The Staple Of The Oscars
With the arrival of the New Year comes the build-up to the Hollywood Academy Awards, or Oscars, as it is more commonly… Read More
Call us biased, but we think that Chicago is one of the best cities to live or visit. With the distinctive personality, fierce pride, and unique culture of each neighborhood, there is the pe… Read More
My commute to work includes going through a small town.
Most of the time, driving through the old downtown is
faster. The speed limit is 25 and you cross the railroad tracks in the ce… Read More
Are you planning on getting married in the Windy City? With the beautiful architecture, skyline, and landscape, there are plenty of places across Chicago you can take gorgeous engagement pho… Read More
Elmer did not write his parents another letter until June 18th. He did not have to: at 2:15 PM on May 11th, Grandpa arrived at Saint Louis Union Station. His parents were waiting.
After s… Read More
It has been a long journey to write my love story which began when I was 15 and fell in love with an 18-year-old from Lonsdale, Arkansas. I lived in Texarkana, and Odis Tyler had t… Read More
Bicycle Safety in Los Angeles
A bicycle accident can cause devastating injuries and other losses for bikers and their loved ones. Cyclists can reduce their risk of injury by wearing appropri… Read More
The Trump Administration Approved the Largest Solar Installation in U.S. History, by a Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Subsidiary’s 690-megawatt Project just North of Las Vegas, NV, will be bu… Read More
With social distancing rules in place and so many end of school year events being canceled, teachers (and parents) are scrambling for fun learning activities.
One of the best learning activi… Read More
Though some of the biggest museums in town remain closed in the interest of public health and safety, there are still plenty of other great Chicago institutions to visit that have opened the… Read More
Living through the COVID-19 Pandemic has been Compared to Living through Wartime. Now, the List of Parallels is Growing: When Americans Vote Today, November 3rd, Election Offices could Recei… Read More
The Three 775-foot Smokestacks of the 2,250-Megawatt Navajo Generating Station (NGS), the West’s Largest Ccoal Plant, were Demolished December 18th, symbolically marking the End of Coa… Read More
Amtrak is getting ready to spend $80 Billion of the Federal Money, as part of President Biden's planned $4 Trillion Infrastructure Bills. The "Amtrak Connects US" Plan calls for greater Rail… Read More
Grain Belt Express promises a Stronger Electric Grid, if Missouri Lawmakers don't Kill it.
Developers of the Grain Belt Express say, the Massive Transmission Line remains on track, to open… Read More
In 2020, Americans used 447 Million Short Tons, to distinguish from Metric Tons, of Coal. That's enough to fill Four Million Railroad Cars, wich sound a lot. But it's also the Country's Lowe… Read More
Keep an eye on a Proposed Tie-UP between Canadian and American Railroads.
The Merger would create the First Trans-North America Freight Rail Network, if Canadian Pacific (CP) gets the OK… Read More
Do you find yourself drawn to the outdoors? Are you up for an adventure? Have you ever heard of the Adirondack Mountains? If the answer is no, you’re missing out. As the biggest state… Read More
President Biden signed a broad Executive Order that aims to Promote Competitive Markets across the U.S. Economy and Limit Corporate Dominance that the White House says puts Consumers, Worker… Read More
Ismailia is one of the important and well-known Egyptian cities. It is located in the northeast of Egypt, on the west bank of the Suez Canal and this Egyptian city is known locally as the Ci… Read More
The New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), is Ramping-Up Enforcement of Mask-Wearing on: Subways, Buses, and Commuter Rails, after issuing just Three $50 Violations all Summ… Read More
Even it’s one of the most well-known tourist destinations; it never becomes overrated because it’s the City of Light. Because, well, Paris.
“A walk about Paris will provide… Read More
Tis the season of joy and creativity. Speaking of the holidays, how can you miss out on the best holiday pop ups in Chicago? Whether it’s Thanksgiving or you want to start Christmas ea… Read More
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), on Thursday, issued Two Security Directives requiring Rail and Rail Transit Groups, to implement steps to strengthen Cybersecurity of the Se… Read More
Federal Authorities have moved to Reverse a Trump Administration Decision that Cleared the way for Cadiz Inc. to Pipe Water across Public Land in the California Desert.
The Request filed i… Read More
Considered Houston’s beach playground, Galveston is located right in their backyard, less than an hour away. This sun and fun-filled destination on the Texas coast creates the per… Read More
On December 9, 2021, according to official news, Jasmy and Nippon Travel Agency carried out empirical experiments to help the digital transformation of the tourism industry. It is the f… Read More
The Major Freight Railroads across North America, continue to Experiment with Alternative Locomotive Fuels, as a way to Reduce their Greenhouse-Gas Emissions.
The Railroad, BNSF said Wedne… Read More
On May 10, 1886, a Court Reporter/Clerk, recorded that the Court had ruled that Corporations are persons within the intent of the 14th Amendment, providing equal protection of the laws. Actu… Read More
Savannah’s charm stems from meandering through its 22 verdant squares in the Historic District. You’ll also see numerous historic homes, including the Mercer Williams House, made… Read More
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is a Public Benefit Corporation, is the largest Public Transit Authority in the U.S., serving 12 Counties in Downstate New York, along with Tw… Read More
Photo by Usukhbayar Gankhuyag on UnsplashA free chapter for your enjoyment from one of my books, The Moor, the Mason, and the Alien Part II: A Vril Manifesto.“The world will not b… Read More
Industrial machinery components are an important part of any manufacturing process. The machinery itself and the parts and components that go into it make up the industrial sector. There are… Read More
Thuso Mbedu reflects on some memories on The Underground Railroad’ – Photos
Thuso Mbedu has taken to her social media to reflect on some beautiful moments on The Underground… Read More
What are the Top 7 Vacation Spots in the World?
Our planet is full of places in the deepest corners of the most forgotten regions of this world that will fit your spirit with all and leav… Read More
Chill out in St. Louis, the city of the iconic Gateway Arch. Come visit and you’ll find all of this and more, plus lots of the cool things to do in St. Louis are free!
Photo by Mira Te… Read More
You know those cities that when someone mentions their names, you instantly think of a particular image that got stuck in my mind, even if you didn’t go there…. Well, Rio de… Read More
Kiribati is officially the Republic of Kiribati. It is an island country located in the central Pacific Ocean. It consists of 33 islands. 20 of these islands are inhabited. They are spread o… Read More
“Niagara Falls is one of the finest structures in the known world,” according to Mark Twain. Niagara Falls has iconic three waterfalls of the same name, considered one of the Ear… Read More
Are you looking for high paying jobs without a degree requirement? If so, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we piece together the best jobs you can do to earn well into… Read More
Finding a great industrial lumber supply can be a challenge. A high-quality industrial lumber supply is often in high demand, so once you find a reputable supplier, it is best to form a part… Read More
Manchester is a British city located in the northwestern part of England, and it is one of the major cities in the county of Greater Manchester. The city of Manchester is the pioneer of the… Read More
Jekyll Island, renowned as a treasure hunt, is an excellent getaway as a border island on Georgia’s coast, dotted by Jacksonville, Florida, and Savannah. It is a family-favourite desti… Read More
National Parks extend 1,386 miles of routes appointed as suitable for people with access challenges. Most people enjoy getting out into green spaces alone or with their families. It is notic… Read More
IntroductionFor many, dining out is not just about the food, but also the experience. And what better way to experience the rich history of the United States than through its iconic restaura… Read More
Consistently voted one of the top 50 places to visit in the USA, Chattanooga is a great destination for a relaxing and fun holiday. Whether you’re travelling solo, planning a romantic… Read More
Tonga, often known as the Friendly Islands, is a nation in the southwest Pacific Ocean. Its formal name is the Kingdom of Tonga. Tongatapu in the south, Ha’apai in the middle, and… Read More
The car transport industry is driven by convenience and effectiveness. It’s amusing that cars created to offer transportation need to be transported themselves. Nonetheless, millions o… Read More
As a continuation of part one, On Auto Transport Part 1: Airplane, Ship, or Railroad Car, we’ll tackle the other auto transport options available for interested customers: double-decke… Read More
In part 3 of this article, we’ll discuss auto transport safety and security measures. Please read parts 1 & 2 before beginning. On Auto Transport Part 1: Airplane, Ship, or Railroa… Read More
A bridge over the Yellowstone River in Montana collapsed, causing a freight train carrying hazardous materials to partially plunge into the flooded river below. The train cars were carrying… Read More
Hundreds of people in Toronto participated in the annual Underground Freedom Train Ride to mark the start of Emancipation Day celebrations. The symbolic subway ride from Union to Downsview s… Read More
Norfolk Southern, a major freight railroad, has been criticized by federal regulators for its inadequate safety culture and failure to meet minimum safety requirements. The Federal Railroad… Read More
President Joe Biden has ordered federal agencies to hold Norfolk Southern accountable for a train derailment in Ohio. However, he has not declared a disaster, as officials say the situation… Read More
The news article titled "Balanced News: Oil and gas companies spill millions of gallons of wastewater in Texas" discusses the issue of produced water spills in Texas caused by oil and gas co… Read More