KAZAKHSTAN (AP) There’s a bit of an international rush to get to the northern part of the Kazakhstan capital, Astana, where the capital’s train system is already under construction.A couple dozen trucks of construction equipment and trailers have set off from Astana on a bus, and the first few passengers on the bus have left.But…
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Which is the cheapest train ticket for a return journey to Australia?
Train fares are about to become a lot cheaper.From May 2018, train fares will become the cheapest in the world, with prices averaging about $35 per person.On top of that, the fares are set to increase by 20 per cent, from $15.80 to $17.50 per person, which means a return trip on the Sydney to…
More than 20% of children with ADHD are on ADHD medication, report says
More than two-thirds of children diagnosed with ADHD have been prescribed ADHD medication at some point in their lives, according to a new study.The new study, published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics, is the first to show that this is a significant risk factor for later mental health issues.“Our study showed that the use of…
How to use the railways to get around?
As a rail traveller, the first thing you want to know is where to go and how to get there.In this article, we’ll try to answer a few of these questions and offer some practical suggestions on how to travel on the railways in India.We’ll also give you some practical advice on how you can…
How to keep yourself safe while travelling by train
Transport security is not just about stopping criminals but also preventing train passengers from getting in the way of security personnel or security personnel from getting into your way, the Government of Canada’s new national security strategy notes.In an effort to keep you safe, Transport Canada has developed a national security posture and an operational…
When can you get your trains to a stop?
When can I get my trains to the station?I’m stuck in a terminal with only two choices, the train is too slow or I want to leave.When do I get off?The answer depends on what you want to do.You can choose to stay and wait, or to leave and walk, but you can also choose…
How to ride a train in Bangladesh
The train journey from New Delhi to Bengaluru takes two hours.That is not a big deal, but the journey is far from easy.I have been travelling for more than 20 years.For years, I have used the train to travel between New Delhi and Mumbai.The journey took me through a couple of different parts of the…