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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Postnord Closes Offices: "A Bolt from the Blue"

Postnord is closing its offices in ร…sele, Dorotea, and Sorsele, which has significant repercussions for local businesses and employees.

Mar 22 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Life & Tech

'Bolt' robotaxi in Europe, car determines alcohol intoxication and new 'Google Maps'. Technology news

The latest episode of 'Digital Breakfast' discusses innovations in technology including Bolt's robotaxi services in Europe and new features in Google Maps.

Mar 22 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Faster than Usain Bolt. The Tyrannosaurus rex was not a clumsy giant

The article discusses the speed and agility of the Tyrannosaurus rex, suggesting it was capable of surprising speeds similar to those of modern sprinters.

Mar 21 โ€ข 04:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Sports

A lightning bolt: American Jordan Anthony won gold in the 60 meters at the Poland World Championships

American sprinter Jordan Anthony won gold in the 60 meters at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Poland, becoming a standout performer at just 21 years old.

Mar 20 โ€ข 23:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Bolt confirmed: Robot taxis coming

Bolt, known for its ride-hailing services, is partnering with AI giant Nvidia to accelerate the introduction of self-driving cars in Europe.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Do we really know what Bolt drivers want, or are we just deciding for them?

An article discusses the disconnect between the needs of Bolt drivers in Czechia and the decisions made by the company on their behalf.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Controversy Over Women-Only Taxis - Now Bolt Joins the Fray

Bolt has introduced a feature in its taxi app that allows women to request rides from female drivers, amidst discussions on the implications of such services.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Bolt brings a taxi service for women to Helsinki

Bolt has launched a taxi service specifically for women in Helsinki to enhance safety.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Bolt launches womenโ€™s ride-hailing service

Ride-hailing service Bolt has initiated the Women for Women service, allowing women to book rides exclusively from female drivers.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Bolt partners with US tech giant Nvidia

Bolt has announced a partnership with Nvidia to accelerate the development of safe autonomous vehicles for European roads.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Taxi drivers will protest against the policy implemented by 'Bolt'

Licensed taxi drivers in Latvia are planning a protest against the policies of the ride-sharing platform 'Bolt' on April 13 in Riga.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Bolt on the proposal regarding electric scooters from the Center Party: this is overregulation

Bolt criticizes the Center Party's proposal for electric scooter regulation in Estonia, labeling it as overregulation.

Mar 17 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Bolt collaborates with Nvidia to develop the foundations of artificial intelligence for the wider implementation of autonomous vehicles in Europe

The ride-hailing platform Bolt is partnering with technology company Nvidia to create an AI foundation for the development of autonomous vehicles in Europe.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Bolt starts collaboration with famous chipmaker NVIDIA for the development of self-driving cars

Bolt is partnering with NVIDIA to develop autonomous vehicle technology with plans to introduce up to 100,000 self-driving cars in Europe by 2035.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Taxi Drivers' Strike in Saaremaa Brings New Competitor to the Market: We Hope Other Cities in Estonia Will Wake Up and Stand Up for Themselves

Taxi drivers in Saaremaa launched a second strike against Bolt, demanding fairer pricing amid rising operational costs.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Bolt starts cooperation with NVIDIA for the development of self-driving cars

Bolt is collaborating with technology company NVIDIA to develop AI solutions for the wider deployment of autonomous vehicles in Europe.

Mar 17 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Due to the rise in fuel prices, Bolt increases minimum ride prices

Ride-sharing platform Bolt has raised its minimum ride prices by 12.5% to 33.33% in response to increased fuel costs resulting from military conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 16 โ€ข 12:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Bolt, Uber drivers begin three-day strike in Lagos

Drivers using app-based platforms in Lagos, including Bolt and Uber, are on strike for three days to protest unfavorable working conditions and low fares.

Mar 15 โ€ข 18:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Bolt will also start assessing the riding style of scooter users

Bolt is set to assess the riding style of electric scooter users and offer discounts for users who can prove they wore a helmet during their ride.

Mar 15 โ€ข 04:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The Joy Burst: Yle Journalist Got the Desired 8.90 Euros

Yle journalist Jaakko Oleander was struck by a Bolt driver after reaching for his forgotten phone, leading to a compensation dispute over the taxi fare.

Mar 14 โ€ข 06:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Bolt driver ran over Yle journalist's foot - received a token compensation

A Bolt driver accidentally ran over the foot of Yle journalist Jaakko Oleander as he was in a hurry for a live broadcast, resulting in a soft tissue injury and minimal compensation offered by the driver.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Bolt, FRSC tackle reckless driving

Bolt has partnered with Nigeria's Federal Road Safety Corps to launch a road safety education programme aimed at reducing reckless driving among its drivers in Abuja.

Mar 11 โ€ข 05:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Two Trams Derailing in 9 Days: Drama, Deaths and Now the Bolt

In Milan, a tram derailed again due to a loose bolt, raising concerns about safety and maintenance following a previous tram accident a week earlier.

Mar 9 โ€ข 05:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Bolt leader's grim assessment: Dangerous situations may increase

Bolt's country manager expresses concerns about rising safety issues in the taxi industry amid regulatory reforms aimed at improving ride safety.

Mar 8 โ€ข 21:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Another tram derails, it's the second case in a week. "Perhaps a bolt on the tracks"

A tram derailed in Milan near the central station, marking the second incident in a week, though this one did not result in injuries or traffic disruptions.

Mar 8 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Tram derails near the Central Station due to a bolt on the tracks: the vehicle was empty and headed to the depot

A tram derailed in Milan near the Central Station due to a bolt on the tracks, but fortunately, no injuries were reported as the tram was empty.

Mar 8 โ€ข 11:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Bolt: Ride Prices Are Rising

Bolt's Finland chief warns that proposed changes in taxi regulations could lead to increased ride prices and longer waiting times for customers.

Mar 7 โ€ข 14:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Keldo: the platform work law will not change the work of couriers and Bolt drivers much

Estonia's Minister of Economic Affairs, Erkki Keldo, stated that the new platform work law will be minimally implemented, suggesting limited changes for couriers and taxi drivers.

Mar 4 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

"Bolt" scooters are returning to the streets with helmets: how to use them?

Bolt scooters will now include helmets secured with mechanical locks, which users can unlock via an app before their ride.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tyrannosaurs were sprinters faster than Usain Bolt

A new study suggests that Tyrannosaurs were capable of running at speeds surpassing that of Usain Bolt, challenging previous assumptions about their mobility.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
Crime & Justice

Police want to investigate whether this 'Bolt Food' courier could have caused an accident: one injured person

Lithuanian police are investigating a traffic accident involving a 'Bolt Food' courier and are seeking public assistance in identifying the individual captured in a photograph.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Czech for Taxi Drivers Will Be Mandatory. Bolt Has Already Launched a Course

Czech authorities have mandated a Czech language course for taxi drivers, with Bolt already offering training.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
Sports

2026 Olympics: Johannes Klaebo, "He is Usain Bolt on Skis"

Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Klaebo dominates the 2026 Winter Olympics, winning five gold medals and solidifying his status as one of the sport's greatest athletes.

Feb 20 โ€ข 14:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
World

Tracey: โ€œI ran with Bolt and Jacobs, now Iโ€™m pushing Jamaica in bobsledโ€

Jamaican athletes are bringing their spirit to the Winter Olympics, pushing the country's presence in bobsledding.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

"He hit the back of the seat and insulted me as a prostitute!" Client attacked Bolt taxi driver, no grounds for criminal proceedings

An Estonian taxi driver recounted a distressing incident after a client assaulted her during a ride, but authorities have stated there are no grounds for criminal proceedings.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Slain South Africa-based Nigerian student worked illegally โ€“ Bolt

Bolt has confirmed that Isaac Satlat, a Nigerian student killed in South Africa, was operating illegally and was not registered as a driver on its platform at the time of his death.

Feb 19 โ€ข 00:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

What is the name of the instrument that has more strings than a violin?

Today's quiz features a variety of trivia questions on different topics ranging from music to history and geography.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: The world's fastest humanoid robot runs faster than a human: top speed 35 km/h

A Chinese robotics company has unveiled a humanoid robot named Bolt that can run at a speed of 35 km/h, surpassing many top sprinters.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

FINES IN THE NECK โŸฉ Bolt accuses competitors in London: our bikes are being moved out of parking areas

Bolt accuses competitors in the UK of deliberately relocating its rental e-bikes, leading to confiscation and fines.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:06 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: 3 South Africans Charged Over Murder of Nigerian Bolt Driver

Three South Africans have been charged with the murder of Isaac Satlat, a Nigerian Bolt driver, following public outrage over dashcam footage of the incident.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A women's taxi service has been established in Finland - Bolt considered a similar service and deemed it impossible

A new taxi service in Finland allows only women and children under 15, while Bolt states it cannot offer a similar service due to privacy laws.

Feb 16 โ€ข 18:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Chinese robot breaks world speed barrier surpassing human runners

A Chinese robot named 'Bolt' H1 has broken the world speed record for bipedal robots, achieving a remarkable speed of 36 km/h.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Law of Tax Innocence: A Legal Bolt Contributing to Economic Growth

The Tax Innocence Law in Argentina has sparked discussions around its practical implications and potential economic benefits, likened to a permanent whitewashing measure.

Feb 15 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Inside private hire drivers' strike: 18 hour shifts, passenger violence and unfair pay

Private hire drivers in the UK are staging a boycott on Valentine's Day to protest against poor pay and unsafe working conditions.

Feb 14 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

World's fastest humanoid robot runs 22 MPH

A humanoid robot named Bolt has achieved a unprecedented speed of 22 miles per hour, setting a new record for humanoid robots during real-world testing.

Feb 13 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

EDITORIAL: The Anchor Bolt That Hinders Us

The article discusses the challenges Ukraine faces in securing military aid from the EU due to Hungary's blockade and the need for reform in decision-making processes within the EU.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Pietro Sighel: "Like Rossi and Bolt, I arrive backwards for the show. Arianna Fontana? Who knows her?"

Pietro Sighel discusses his approach to performance, likening it to that of famous athletes and questioning the recognition of fellow athlete Arianna Fontana.

Feb 11 โ€ข 23:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

After a possible attempt to kidnap a girl in Vilnius โ€“ the witness's version: "I didnโ€™t even plan to accept that ride"

A Bolt driver in Vilnius recounted witnessing a potential kidnapping attempt involving a girl and his decision to intervene.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Ly Rootslane: The delivery service for over-the-counter drugs does not solve real problems

Ly Rootslane argues that allowing the delivery of over-the-counter medications through services like Bolt and Wolt is a poor idea that fails to address real issues in Estonia's healthcare system.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Gout opts out of Commonwealth Games as he seeks to follow in Usain Bolt's footsteps

Australian sprinter Gout Gout has chosen not to compete in the Commonwealth Games, focusing instead on the world under-20 championships.

Feb 8 โ€ข 20:16 UTC

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