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Express may refer to:

Arts, entertainment, and media

Films

The Express is a 2008 American biographical sports drama film directed by Gary Fleder and produced by John Davis under Universal Pictures, released on October 10, 2008, that chronicles the life of Syracuse University football player Ernie Davis, the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy.^[1]^[2]^[3] Visakha Express is a 2008 Indian Telugu-language thriller film directed by Vara Mullapudi and produced by P. Tulasi Gopal under Markwell Entertainment, released on February 8, 2008, revolving around a doctor's desperate flight from authorities after being implicated in a family-related crime.^[4]^[5]^[6] A notable variant is Midnight Express, a 1978 American prison drama film directed by Alan Parker and produced by Alan Marshall and David Puttnam, released on October 6, 1978, adapted from Billy Hayes's memoir detailing his real-life arrest and imprisonment in Turkey for attempted hashish smuggling.^[7]^[8]^[9]

Music

B.T. Express was an American R&B and funk group formed in Brooklyn, New York, in 1973, originally named Brooklyn Transit Express, known for blending soul, funk, and emerging disco elements during the 1970s. The group achieved commercial success with their debut album Do It ('Til You're Satisfied) (1974), which topped the Billboard R&B Albums chart and reached number five on the Billboard 200. Their sound featured prominent horns, strings, and rhythmic grooves, influencing the transition from funk to disco. The group's instrumental track "Express," released in 1974 as the second single from their debut album, exemplifies their energetic style with train whistle sound effects and driving percussion, peaking at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. It also reached number 34 on the UK Singles Chart, contributing to the album's crossover appeal.^[10] In 2010, Christina Aguilera recorded "Express" for the soundtrack to the film Burlesque, where she starred; the dance-pop song with electropop and jazz influences serves as an empowering anthem encouraging self-expression and confidence. Produced by Tricky Stewart and featuring dramatic orchestration, it was released as a single and performed by Aguilera at the 2010 American Music Awards. A notable variant is Madonna's "Express Yourself," the 1989 second single from her album Like a Prayer, a house-influenced dance track promoting female empowerment and rejecting compromise in relationships. Co-written and produced by Madonna and Stephen Bray, it peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a staple in her live performances, distinct from exact "Express" titles but sharing thematic resonance.

Literature

A notable book bearing the title is The Express: The Ernie Davis Story, a biography written by Robert C. Gallagher and published in 2008 by Ballantine Books.^[11] The work chronicles the life of Ernie Davis, the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy in 1961, focusing on his athletic achievements at Syracuse University, his struggles with racial barriers, and his untimely death from leukemia at age 23.^[11] Gallagher, a Syracuse alumnus and sportswriter, draws on personal interviews and archival material to portray Davis as a scholar-athlete embodying resilience and integrity.^[12] This book served as the inspirational source for the 2008 biographical film The Express, directed by Gary Fleder.^[11] "Express" also features in several poetry anthologies and collections, often evoking themes of speed, emotion, or expression. For instance, Poetry Express: The World's Stage, edited by Sandy Brownjohn and published in 1996 by Ginn (Heinemann Educational), is an educational anthology for young readers (Years 5 and 6) that compiles poems exploring global cultures and personal narratives through accessible verse.^[13] Similarly, The Poetry Express: On Love, Life and Hot Chocolate by Mihika Saraf, an independent author, released in 2018, presents a youthful perspective on everyday experiences like school and family, rendered in free verse and short forms.^[14] These works highlight "Express" as a motif for concise, vivid literary expression in contemporary poetry.

Television

Express (2022 TV series) Express is a Spanish-language thriller television series created by Iván Escobar, starring Maggie Civantos as Bárbara Vázquez, a criminal psychologist who becomes the victim of an express kidnapping and subsequently works as a negotiator for an insurance company handling similar cases.^[15] The series premiered on Starzplay in Spain on November 17, 2022, and consists of two seasons with 16 episodes, focusing on themes of trauma, crime, and family dynamics amid a wave of violent express kidnappings in Mexico City. It was later made available on Netflix in various regions, receiving mixed reviews for its intense plot but praise for Civantos's performance.^[16] Séries express (2008 program) Série express (translated as Series Express) is a French news magazine program that was available on the Canal+ website from April 17, 2008, to 2009, produced by Alain Carrazé and Romain Nigita.^[17] The show provided commentary and analysis on popular television series, blending interviews with producers, actors, and critics to discuss trends in scripted content.^[17] With 18 episodes, it targeted audiences interested in the behind-the-scenes of international TV, emphasizing English-language hits like 24 and Law & Order, and featured interviews with figures such as Steve Carell.^[17] The Express-related television content While The Express (2008) is primarily known as a feature film biopic about American football player Ernie Davis, ESPN produced promotional tie-in content around its release, including interviews and features aired as part of sports programming specials in October 2008 to highlight Davis's legacy as the first African-American Heisman Trophy winner.^[18] These segments, integrated into ESPN's Outside the Lines and similar shows, focused on historical context and racial barriers in college football during the 1950s and 1960s.^[19] Midnight Express TV adaptations and episodes The 1978 film Midnight Express, based on Billy Hayes's memoir about his imprisonment in Turkey for drug smuggling, inspired limited television content, notably a parody episode titled "Midnight Express Special" in the Canadian sketch comedy series SCTV (Season 3, Episode 19, aired January 1981).^[20] Hosted by a comedic Abbott and Costello duo, the sketch satirized the film's dramatic prison escape and rock concert elements by merging it with The Midnight Special music series, featuring exaggerated performances and absurdity.^[20] No full-length TV miniseries adaptation of Midnight Express emerged in the 1970s, though the story's themes influenced episodic dramas in shows like Incredible Tales (Series 6, Episode 4, "Midnight Express," aired 2011, exploring bus-related suspense).^[21]

Businesses and organizations

Retail and consumer services

Express, Inc. is an American fashion retailer specializing in apparel and accessories for men and women, founded in 1980 as an experimental division of Limited Brands under the name Limited Express.^[22] The company, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, initially focused on women's specialty apparel with its first eight stores opening that year, evolving into a standalone brand by 1982 that offered trendy, accessible clothing targeting young adults.^[22] Over the decades, Express expanded its product lines to include men's wear starting in 1986, emphasizing modern, confident styles in categories like jeans, tops, dresses, and suits.^[23] In its early history, Express was fully owned by Limited Brands, which had launched it as an offshoot to diversify beyond traditional women's clothing.^[24] Limited Brands divested a 67 percent stake in Express to affiliates of private equity firm Golden Gate Capital in 2007 for $548 million amid underperformance in the apparel sector.^[25] Express then went public in 2010 through an initial public offering that raised approximately $168 million, marking its independence as a specialty retailer operating hundreds of stores across the U.S.^[26] A key subsidiary, Express Factory Outlet, was launched in 2014 to provide discounted versions of Express's core collections, targeting value-conscious consumers with overstock and seasonal items at reduced prices.^[27] The outlet division has grown to 160 locations as of 2025 by offering apparel like jeans, tops, and accessories at up to 50% off regular retail prices, complementing the mainline stores while driving additional traffic to the brand.^[28] As of 2025, Express, Inc. continues operations following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in April 2024, which led to the closure of over 100 stores but preserved its core business through a $174 million acquisition by Phoenix Retail, a consortium including WHP Global, Simon Property Group, and Brookfield Properties.^[29] Post-2020 retail disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the company's shift toward e-commerce, with online sales surging significantly during lockdowns and reaching goals of $1 billion in digital revenue by 2024 through investments in omnichannel platforms and direct-to-consumer channels.^[30] This expansion has positioned Express to adapt to evolving consumer preferences for hybrid shopping experiences amid broader industry challenges.^[31]

Financial and healthcare services

American Express, a multinational financial services corporation, was founded in 1850 as a freight forwarding and express mail company by Henry Wells, William G. Fargo, and John Butterfield. Over the subsequent decades, it expanded into financial services, launching its first charge card on October 1, 1958, which required full monthly payment and targeted affluent consumers for travel and entertainment expenses. A key milestone came in May 1959 when American Express introduced the first embossed plastic charge card, enhancing durability and enabling impressions for merchant verification. Today, the company offers a range of credit cards, charge cards, and travel-related services, including booking assistance and rewards programs, accepted at over 100 million merchant locations worldwide, with partnerships extending to retail sectors such as clothing stores. Express Scripts, a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), was established in 1986 as a joint venture between Medicare Glaser, a retail pharmacy chain, and Sanus Health Systems, an insurance provider, initially focusing on mail-order prescriptions and claims processing in St. Louis, Missouri. The company grew rapidly, becoming a publicly traded entity in 1992, and was acquired by Cigna Corporation in a $67 billion deal announced in March 2018 and completed in December 2018, integrating it into Cigna's Evernorth health services division to enhance drug cost management and care coordination. As a leading PBM, Express Scripts manages prescription drug benefits for health plans, employers, and government programs, processing approximately 1.5 billion adjusted prescriptions annually in the 2020s through its network of retail pharmacies and home delivery services. In 2025, American Express continued expanding its digital payments capabilities, notably through the rollout of virtual payment solutions in multiple Asian countries via its Global Business Travel division, aimed at streamlining corporate expense management and reducing fraud in B2B transactions. Similarly, Express Scripts, under Cigna, advanced telehealth integrations by incorporating 24/7 virtual medical and mental health care options into its 2025 marketplace plans, allowing members to access prescriptions alongside remote consultations for improved chronic disease management and preventive care.

Science and technology

Computing

Express.js is a minimalist and unopinionated web application framework for Node.js, designed to simplify the development of server-side applications, APIs, and web services.^[32] Released on May 22, 2010, by developer TJ Holowaychuk, it emphasizes flexibility and performance, allowing developers to build robust applications with minimal boilerplate code.^[33] A core feature of Express.js is its middleware system, which enables the chaining of functions to handle HTTP requests and responses, supporting tasks such as authentication, logging, parsing request bodies, and error handling.^[34] This modular approach has made it a staple for creating scalable backends, with middleware modules available for integration with databases, security protocols, and content negotiation. As of the 2025 Stack Overflow Developer Survey, Express.js is used by 11.4% of developers for extensive work, underscoring its continued popularity among Node.js practitioners for powering APIs and microservices.^[35] Its lightweight nature and extensive ecosystem contribute to widespread adoption, with surveys indicating it underpins a significant portion of production Node.js applications. PCI Express (PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard that serves as the primary interconnect for components such as graphics cards, storage devices, and network adapters within modern computing systems. Introduced in 2003 by Intel as a successor to parallel PCI and PCI-X buses, it offers point-to-point connections with improved bandwidth and scalability.^[36] The standard has evolved through multiple generations, each doubling the data transfer rate while maintaining backward compatibility. By late 2025, the PCI Express specification has advanced to version 7.0, released by the PCI-SIG in June 2025, which achieves a raw bit rate of 128 GT/s per lane using advanced PAM4 signaling and forward error correction for reliability. Earlier generations include Gen 1 at 2.5 GT/s (introduced in 2003), Gen 2 at 5 GT/s (2007), Gen 3 at 8 GT/s (2010), Gen 4 at 16 GT/s (2017), Gen 5 at 32 GT/s (2019), Gen 6 at 64 GT/s (2021), and Gen 7 at 128 GT/s (2025), enabling bandwidth scaling from approximately 0.25 GB/s per lane in Gen 1 to approximately 16 GB/s per lane in Gen 7, or 256 GB/s unidirectional for x16 configurations. This progression supports demanding applications like AI acceleration and high-performance computing by providing up to 512 GB/s bidirectional throughput in multi-lane setups.

Biology

In biology, gene expression refers to the process by which the genetic information encoded in a gene is used to direct the synthesis of a functional gene product, most commonly a protein, though it can also include non-coding RNAs.^[37] This process is fundamental to cellular function, development, and response to environmental stimuli, enabling cells to produce specific molecules as needed. Gene expression primarily occurs through two main steps: transcription, where the DNA sequence of a gene is copied into messenger RNA (mRNA), and translation, where the mRNA sequence is decoded by ribosomes to assemble amino acids into a polypeptide chain that folds into a functional protein.^[38] The flow of genetic information underlying gene expression is described by the central dogma of molecular biology, which states that sequential information passes from DNA to RNA to protein, with no reverse transfer from protein to nucleic acids.^[39] Formulated by Francis Crick, this unidirectional pathway emphasizes that DNA serves as the stable repository of genetic instructions, RNA acts as an intermediary, and proteins execute most cellular activities. The concept highlights the precision of information transfer, where errors can lead to dysfunctional products and diseases. The concept of gene expression was central to early studies on genetic regulation, including the 1961 operon model by François Jacob and Jacques Monod, which explained how genes are coordinately controlled in bacteria.^[40] Transcription, the first stage of gene expression, unfolds in three phases: initiation, elongation, and termination. During initiation, RNA polymerase, the enzyme responsible for synthesizing RNA, binds to a promoter region—a specific DNA sequence upstream of the gene—that signals the start of transcription; transcription factors assist in this assembly to form a stable complex. In elongation, RNA polymerase moves along the DNA template strand, unwinding the double helix and adding complementary ribonucleotides to build the growing RNA chain at a rate of about 20–50 nucleotides per second in eukaryotes. Termination occurs when the polymerase encounters a terminator sequence, causing the nascent RNA to detach from the DNA and the polymerase to release. Gene expression is tightly regulated to ensure appropriate timing and levels of product synthesis, primarily at the transcriptional level through elements like promoters and enhancers. Promoters provide the core binding site for RNA polymerase and basal transcription machinery, determining the basal rate of transcription; their strength varies based on sequence motifs recognized by specific transcription factors. Enhancers, distal DNA segments often located thousands of base pairs away from the gene, boost transcription by looping the DNA to interact with the promoter, recruiting additional activators or co-activators to increase the frequency or efficiency of initiation. This regulatory architecture allows cells to fine-tune expression in response to signals, such as hormones or stress, exemplifying how enhancers enable tissue-specific patterns, as seen in developmental genes where multiple enhancers coordinate spatial and temporal control.^[41]

Engineering and standards

The ExPRESS Logistics Carrier (ELC) is an unpressurized external platform developed collaboratively by NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) to facilitate the deployment of scientific experiments and spare components on the International Space Station (ISS).^[42] Mounted on the ISS truss structure, each ELC provides standardized interfaces for power, data command and telemetry, and thermal management to support payload operations in the space environment.^[42] Four ELC units were delivered to the ISS via Space Shuttle missions between 2009 and 2011: ELC-1 and ELC-2 launched on STS-129 in November 2009, ELC-4 on STS-133 in February 2011, and ELC-3 on STS-134 in May 2011.^[42] Each carrier supports up to 12 payloads via Flight Releasable Attachment Mechanism (FRAM) sites, enabling efficient integration of diverse experiments such as atmospheric monitoring instruments.^[43] As of 2025, the ELCs remain operational, hosting ongoing missions including the Stratospheric Aerosol and Gas Experiment III (SAGE III) on ELC-4 for Earth observation studies.^[44] In mechanical engineering, Express Lift refers to specialized high-speed elevator configurations designed for efficient vertical transport in tall buildings. The Express Lift Company, a prominent UK-based manufacturer founded in 1917, produced geared traction elevators and was acquired by Otis Elevator Company in 1997, integrating its designs into modern Otis systems for enhanced reliability and performance.^[45] Similarly, Schindler's elevator technologies incorporate "express zones" in models like the Schindler 7000, which optimize shuttle operations between lobbies and upper floors by prioritizing direct, high-velocity paths to reduce travel times in high-rise structures up to 1,640 feet. Engineering standards involving "Express" include ISO 10303, known as the STEP (Standard for the Exchange of Product model data) protocol, which defines the EXPRESS language for neutral, computer-interpretable representation and exchange of product data across engineering domains.^[46] This ISO standard enables seamless data transfer between CAD systems and manufacturing processes, supporting lifecycle management from design to disposal without proprietary formats.^[46] While PCI Express serves as a high-speed interface in computing hardware, its adoption in engineering tools for real-time data acquisition ties briefly to STEP-compliant workflows for integrated simulations.^[46]

Transportation

Rail transport

An express train is a passenger rail service designed for speed and efficiency, making limited or no intermediate stops between major destinations to reduce travel time compared to local or stopping trains. The concept originated in the United Kingdom during the 19th century, with the Liverpool and Manchester Railway establishing the world's first inter-city passenger rail line in 1830, offering scheduled services that traversed the 35-mile route in about two hours at average speeds of around 16-20 mph, setting a precedent for faster, limited-stop travel.^[47]^[48] This innovation rapidly spread across Britain and Europe, emphasizing premium service for time-sensitive passengers and goods. One of the most iconic express trains was the Orient Express, a luxury long-distance service launched in 1883 by the Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits, connecting Paris to Istanbul via Munich, Vienna, and Bucharest. The luxury service, featuring sleeping cars, fine dining, and cultural significance, operated until 1977, though its path was disrupted by world wars and political changes. The name "Orient Express" continued to be used for standard night train services until December 2009. The service was revived in 1982 as the privately operated Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, using restored vintage carriages to offer nostalgic journeys between London, Paris, Venice, and other European cities, preserving the legacy of high-end rail express travel.^[49] In India, express trains form a cornerstone of the vast Indian Railways network, with over 4,100 Mail/Express services operating daily as of 2025, serving millions on broad-gauge tracks across the country. These trains, which include categories like Superfast and Premium, prioritize speed with fewer stops and higher velocities, exemplified by the Rajdhani Express series—introduced in 1969 as flagship services linking New Delhi to major cities such as Mumbai and Howrah. Rajdhani trains typically operate at maximum speeds of 130 km/h, covering distances like the 1,384 km Mumbai-New Delhi route in approximately 15 hours 30 minutes, providing air-conditioned comfort and on-board catering to enhance long-haul efficiency.^[50]

Air and road transport

Express airlines provide regional air services under the "express" branding, facilitating quick connections to major hubs. A prominent example is the American Eagle brand, operated primarily by Envoy Air, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines. Launched on November 1, 1984, with the inaugural flight from Fayetteville, Arkansas, to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport using a Convair 580 aircraft operated by Metroflight Airlines, American Eagle has since expanded to encompass a network of regional flights serving shorter routes across North America.^[51]^[52] Envoy Air, rebranded from American Eagle Airlines in 2014, operates over 150 aircraft, including Embraer and Bombardier jets, connecting more than 160 cities with thousands of daily flights as part of the American Airlines regional network.^[53] In the realm of road transport, express coach services emphasize efficient intercity travel via highways. National Express, the United Kingdom's leading scheduled coach operator, was established in 1972 by the state-owned National Bus Company to create a nationwide network of long-distance services.^[54] The company operates over 550 routes, linking major cities, towns, and airports across Great Britain with more than 11,000 weekly cross-country journeys.^[55] In 2023, National Express Group rebranded to Mobico Group, but the core coach operations continue under the National Express name, maintaining its focus on affordable, frequent services.^[56] FedEx Express represents a hybrid model of air and road express transport, specializing in time-sensitive package delivery. Founded in 1971 as Federal Express Corporation by Frederick W. Smith in Little Rock, Arkansas, it commenced operations on April 17, 1973, from Memphis, Tennessee, using 14 Dassault Falcon jets to deliver 186 packages to 25 U.S. cities on its first night.^[57] The service integrates air cargo flights with ground transportation, pioneering overnight delivery and growing into the world's largest express transportation company, with a fleet exceeding 650 aircraft and extensive road networks supporting global operations. As of 2024, National Express's UK Coach division recorded approximately 18.4 million passenger journeys, reflecting steady demand for its highway-based express services amid competitive intercity travel.^[58]

Sports

Professional teams

Several professional sports teams have used the name "Express," spanning various leagues and locations. These franchises have competed in baseball, ice hockey, soccer, football, and rugby, often drawing inspiration from speed or transportation themes associated with the word "express." Below is a selection of notable examples, organized by sport.

Baseball

The Round Rock Express is a Triple-A minor league baseball team in the Pacific Coast League, serving as the top affiliate of the Texas Rangers. Based in Round Rock, Texas, the team was established in 2000 after relocating from Albuquerque, New Mexico, where it operated as the Dukes. The Express play their home games at Dell Diamond, a 11,631-seat stadium, and have achieved success including multiple division titles and playoff appearances, such as reaching the PCL finals in 2019 and 2023.

Ice Hockey

The Fredericton Express was a professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League (AHL) from 1981 to 1993, based in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, and affiliated with the Quebec Nordiques and Hartford Whalers. They played at the Fredericton Arena and reached the Calder Cup finals in 1989. The Roanoke Express was a professional minor league ice hockey team in the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) from 1993 to 2004, based in Roanoke, Virginia. They played at the Roanoke Civic Center and won the Riley Cup (predecessor to the Kelly Cup) in 1998. The Chicago Express was a professional ice hockey team in the ECHL during the 2011-12 season, based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois (Chicagoland area). They played at the Sears Centre Arena but suspended operations after one season due to financial issues.^[59]

Soccer

The Chattanooga Express was a professional soccer team originally founded as the Chattanooga Railroaders in 1992 in the United States Interregional Soccer League (USISL). Renamed the Express by 1994, the team was based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and played in the USISL Pro League from 1994 to 1996, competing in the Southern Division and contributing to the growth of professional soccer in the region. The franchise folded after the 1997 season.^[60] The New York Express was an indoor soccer team in the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL), operating during the 1986-87 season in Uniondale, New York. The team played at the Nassau Coliseum and was part of the league's effort to popularize indoor soccer in the United States, though it folded mid-season amid financial challenges.

American Football

The Los Angeles Express was a professional American football team in the United States Football League (USFL), active from 1983 to 1985. Based in Los Angeles, California, the team played at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and featured high-profile players like Steve Young and Marcus Allen. The Express reached the USFL Championship game in 1984 but lost to the Philadelphia Stars, and the franchise folded with the league in 1986 due to financial issues and legal battles with the NFL.^[61] The Memphis Express was a professional American football team in the Alliance of American Football (AAF), playing its single season in 2019. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, the team competed at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium and finished with a 2-8 record before the league suspended operations amid financial difficulties.

Rugby

The Sacramento Express was a professional rugby union team in the Professional Rugby Organization (PRO Rugby), the first fully professional rugby league in North America. Based in Sacramento, California, the team played its inaugural and only season in 2016 at Bonney Field (now Heart Health Park), finishing with a 4-6 record. The franchise contributed to the brief existence of PRO Rugby before the league disbanded later that year due to organizational challenges.

Events and competitions

In professional wrestling, the Midnight Express tag team, active primarily in the 1980s through promotions like the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW), participated in numerous high-profile events and feuds that defined tag team competition during the era. Their legendary rivalry with the Road Warriors (later known as the Legion of Doom) culminated in a brutal scaffold match at Starrcade 1986, where the teams battled above the ring in a structure that collapsed, leading to one of the most memorable and dangerous spectacles in wrestling history. This feud, characterized by intense brawls and power vs. speed dynamics, spanned multiple NWA events and helped elevate the Midnight Express's status as a premier heel stable managed by Jim Cornette.^[62] In motorsports, the Worldwide Express 250 is an annual race in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series held at Richmond Raceway, a 0.75-mile D-shaped short track in Virginia. Entitled by shipping company Worldwide Express as part of a multi-year partnership announced in 2022, the event features 250 laps and serves as a key regular-season or playoff opener, attracting top truck series drivers for high-speed, close-quarters racing that emphasizes strategy and overtaking. The inaugural race in August 2022 was won by Chandler Smith, setting the tone for its role in showcasing emerging talent and carrier appreciation themes tied to the sponsor. Subsequent editions, such as the 2023 event won by Carson Hocevar, have continued to draw large crowds and contribute to playoff qualification drama.^[63]^[64]^[65] The Express Rally series represents a prominent automotive competition format focused on road rallies, track days, and overland adventures for car enthusiasts across the southern United States. Launched in 2015, the events blend timed checkpoint navigation on scenic routes with social gatherings, emphasizing community and vehicle performance without extreme off-road hazards. Key annual competitions include the Western Express, a multi-day rally starting and ending in Los Angeles that covers diverse terrains from highways to private tracks, and the Fall Classic in Northwest Arkansas, which features distillery kickoffs and family-friendly elements. These rallies, limited to teams of two per vehicle, foster a lifestyle experience that has grown to include over 100 participants per event, promoting brands like Toyota and Ford through vendor partnerships.^[66]^[67] Running events titled "Express" include the Grove Express 5K, a longstanding Thanksgiving Day tradition in Downers Grove, Illinois. Originating in 2004 as the Bonfield Express to honor high school coach Jim Bonfield and fund scholarships for local students, the race was renamed in 2021 following his passing, shifting management to community organizations like the Education Foundation of District 58. Held annually on a USA Track & Field-certified 5K course through downtown streets, it combines running and walking formats to accommodate families, raising thousands for education initiatives while uniting over 1,000 participants in a festive, pre-holiday atmosphere.^[68]^[69]^[70] In youth hockey, the Best Buy Express Cup is a free, provincial tournament series launched in 2025 by Hockey Quebec and sponsor Best Buy Canada. Designed for U15 and U18 single-letter teams (A, B, C divisions) aged 13-17, it features a fast-paced 4-on-4 format across four regional qualifiers and a championship final at Place Bell in Laval on March 29, 2026, guaranteeing three games per team with an emphasis on fun, skill development, and positive values over intense rivalry. The event aims to engage nearly 1,600 young athletes from all Quebec regions, reviving community-focused hockey traditions through family-friendly venues and no-cost entry.^[71]

Other uses

Postal and communication

Express mail services emerged in the mid-19th century to meet the demands of rapid communication and valuable transport during the California Gold Rush. In 1852, Wells Fargo & Company was founded by Henry Wells and William G. Fargo to provide express shipping and banking services, including the transport of mail, gold dust, and freight from the East Coast to mining camps in northern California.^[72] By the late 1850s, Wells Fargo had become the dominant express carrier in California, offering faster and more reliable delivery than the U.S. Post Office, which was limited in the region.^[73] In the United States, the modern express mail system was formalized by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) with the experimental launch of Express Mail in 1970, designed as a premium service for urgent, time-sensitive deliveries with guaranteed speed and tracking.^[74] This service evolved into Priority Mail Express, which provides domestic overnight or second-day delivery options, including money-back guarantees for on-time arrival.^[75] Globally, express postal and courier services expanded in the late 20th century, with DHL Express founded in 1969 in San Francisco by Adrian Dalsey, Larry Hillblom, and Robert Lynn as the first international door-to-door courier network, initially focusing on shipments between California and Hawaii.^[76] DHL pioneered air-based express delivery for documents and parcels, growing into a worldwide logistics leader by the 1970s.^[76] As of 2025, express mail standards emphasize reliability and speed for urgent shipments. USPS Priority Mail Express offers 1- to 3-day delivery nationwide, with overnight service available to many U.S. addresses by 6:00 p.m. the next business day, operating seven days a week except major holidays.^[77] DHL Express provides next-business-day delivery for domestic shipments in many regions and 1- to 3-business-day international service, prioritizing time-definite options for high-value or sensitive items.^[78]

Weaponry and mathematics

In the context of weaponry, "Express" refers to a class of high-velocity rifle cartridges developed primarily in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for big-game hunting, particularly in Africa and India, where they were designed to deliver flat trajectories and stopping power against dangerous animals like elephants and lions. These cartridges originated with black-powder loads in the 1880s and 1890s, evolving into smokeless "Nitro Express" variants by the turn of the century, named for their rapid bullet speeds akin to express trains.^[79]^[80] A notable American example is the .405 Winchester, introduced in 1904 by Winchester Repeating Arms for the Model 1895 lever-action rifle, chambered in this rimmed cartridge to provide the most powerful loading available for such actions at the time. With a typical 300-grain bullet achieving muzzle velocities around 2,200 feet per second (fps) and generating over 3,200 foot-pounds of energy, it proved effective for large game, gaining fame through Theodore Roosevelt's 1909 African safari where he used it extensively.^[81]^[82] A modern counterpart is the .416 Rigby, developed in 1911 by John Rigby & Company as a rimless, bottlenecked cartridge for bolt-action magazine rifles, offering improved reliability over rimmed designs in repeating actions. Loaded with a 400-grain bullet, it typically reaches velocities exceeding 2,400 fps from a 22-inch barrel, delivering deep penetration suitable for elephant and buffalo while maintaining manageable recoil in scoped setups.^[83]^[84] In mathematics, the term "express" denotes the representation or notation of quantities, relations, or values using symbols and operations, often to convey abstract concepts precisely without immediate evaluation. For instance, expressing a number in base 10 involves writing it in the decimal system, where its value is the sum of digits multiplied by powers of 10, such as 123 equaling $1 \times 10^2 + 2 \times 10^1 + 3 \times 10^0.^[85] Algebraic expressions exemplify this usage and include finite combinations of variables and constants linked by addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, or exponentiation. Polynomial expressions, a common subset, exclude division by non-constant polynomials to maintain definition over all real numbers. A simple example is $2x + 3, where x is a variable, 2 and 3 are constants, representing a linear function that can be evaluated for specific x values or manipulated algebraically.^[86]^[87]

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Rating 7.5/10 (92,635) Billy Hayes, an American college student, is caught smuggling drugs out of Turkey and thrown into prison.Full cast & crew · Midnight Express · Trivia · Plot
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Midnight Express - Rotten Tomatoes
Rating 90% (31) Raw and unrelenting, Midnight Express is riveting in its realistic depiction of incarceration -- mining pathos from the simple act of enduring hardship.
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Midnight Express | Sony Pictures Entertaiment Wiki | Fandom
Midnight Express is a 1978 prison drama film directed by Alan Parker, produced by Alan Marshall and David Puttnam and written by Oliver Stone
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B.T. EXPRESS - Official Charts
Mar 29, 1975 · Latest chart stats about EXPRESS - peak chart position, weeks on chart, catalogue number, week-by-week chart placement and latest news.
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About, The Indian Express – Journalism of Courage
Founded by Shri Ramnath Goenka in 1932, The Indian Express gave India a voice of opinion that was fearless and true. From a single-edition paper in Madras in ...
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Two years later he took over the company and began to build a national network that eventually included 14 editions of the Indian Express—making it India's ...
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The Express by Robert C. Gallagher - Penguin Random House
In stock Rating 5.0 1 An enduring story of a true scholar-athlete, The Express is a touching, impeccably researched, deeply personal portrait of Ernie Davis.
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Ernie Davis was an All-American on the gridiron, and a man of integrity off the field. A multi-sport high school star in Elmira, New York, Davis went on to ...
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Poetry Express: The World's Stage Years 5 & 6 By Sandy Brownjohn
In stockTitle: Poetry Express: The World's Stage: Year 5 & 6: Anthology (Poetry ; Author: Sandy Brownjohn ; Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books - Primary Division ...
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The Poetry Express: On love, life and hot chocolate (Volume 1) eBook
In stockThe Poetry Express is an exploration of life, school, childhood, family and death from the perspective of the 12-year-old in love with the magic of words ...
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Express (TV Series 2022–2023) - IMDb
Rating 6/10 (474) Express follows criminal psychologist Bárbara and her family after she becomes a victim of express kidnappings, a virally spreading violent crime.User reviews · Episode list · Full cast & crew · Ratings
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Express: Season 1 - Rotten Tomatoes
Criminal psychologist Bárbara is the survivor of an express kidnapping that changes the course of her life, and still traumatized by the experience.
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Séries express (TV Series 2008–2009) - IMDb
Rating 3.9/10 (18) Séries express: With Steve Carell, Kiefer Sutherland, Dick Wolf, Laura Harring. News magazine.
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Page 2: "The Express" in real life - ESPN
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"SCTV" Midnight Express Special (TV Episode 1981) - IMDb
Rating 8.1/10 (88) Main sketch is a combination of the film Midnight Express and the rock performance TV series The Midnight Special, hosted by Abbot and Costello, ...
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‎Midnight Express - Incredible Tales (Series 6, Episode 4) - Apple TV ...
Midnight Express Incredible Tales. Drama · Horror. S6, E4: Romancing a fellow passenger on the bus is a situation that only happens in ...
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Limited Express · The Columbus Fashion Story - Fashion2Fiber
Limited Express was the first brand extension of Limited Brands. It started in 1980 as an eight-store experimental division of women's speciality apparel ...
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Express – Comprehensive Overview of the American Fashion Retailer
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Retail History: Founding, Timeline, and Milestones - Zippia
1980. Launched in 1980 with the idea that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express has always been a brand of the now, offering some ...
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Express, Clothing Retailer, Plans IPO of Up to $200 Million
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Feb 19, 2010 · Golden Gate, which manages $9 billion, bought 75 percent of Express in 2007 when its parent company Limited Brands sought to exit the volatile ...Missing: Inc acquisition
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Express Opens First Outlet Store - MR Magazine
Apr 21, 2014 · Express, the 630-store chain of men's and women's specialty stores, opened its first factory outlet store. The store, in Tanger Outlets ...
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Express Factory Outlet - Facebook
Since 2014, Express Factory Outlet has offered the latest styles for women and men to style lovers everywhere. Today, Express Factory Outlet has more than ...Missing: Inc 1998
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Express to Be Bought Out of Bankruptcy for $174M - WWD
Jun 14, 2024 · Express, which came close to being totally liquidated, is being rescued out of bankruptcy court. A stalking horse bidder, composed of brand ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Express On Track To Reach $1B In eCommerce By 2024
Aug 25, 2021 · Fashion retailer Express, Inc. is on track to reach its eCommerce goal of $1 billion by 2024 after 28 percent growth in Q2 compared to one year ...
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Aug 4, 2020 · (NYSE: EXPR) today provided an update on its current business. The Company saw a significant increase in eCommerce demand and apparent ...
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Using middleware - Express.js
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Intel Press Delivers First Technical Book On PCI Express Architecture
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Gene Expression
Gene expression is the process by which the information encoded in a gene is turned into a function. This mostly occurs via the transcription of RNA molecules.
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Gene expression is the process our cells use to convert the instructions in our DNA into a functional product, such as a protein.
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Apr 15, 2021 · Enhancers are widely believed to physically contact the target promoters to effect transcriptional activation.
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EXPRESS Logistics Carriers 1-4 - NASA
Sep 27, 2023 · The EXPRESS Logistics Carriers are mounted externally along the station's truss structure and can hold a variety of payloads.
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ELC 1, 2, 3, 4 - Gunter's Space Page
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SAGE III is externally mounted on the EXPRESS Logistics Carrier (ELC) 4 on the ISS. SAGE III is currently manifested in this site through the end of ISS ...
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Jul 30, 2025 · 1996 Otis acquired Express Lifts of Northampton, and merged it with ... company was established called Express Evans Lifts, based in Leicester ...
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ISO 10303-11:2004 - The EXPRESS language reference manual
ISO 10303 specifies a language by which aspects of product data can be defined. The language is called EXPRESS.
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The opening of the Liverpool and Manchester Railway
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Liverpool and Manchester Railway | ASCE
The Liverpool & Manchester Railway was the world's first mainline railway and set the standard for subsequent railways developed in the United Kingdom and ...Missing: express 1838<|control11|><|separator|>
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A history of the Orient Express - the truth behind the legend... - Seat 61
You can trace the history of the train pictured above from one year's railway timetable to the next all the way from 1883 to 2009, so the pedigree of this train ...Missing: revived | Show results with:revived
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Jan 9, 2025 · The Mumbai-New Delhi Rajdhani Express covers a distance of 1,384 km in just 15 hours and 32 minutes, making it the fastest train on this route.
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40 Years of American Eagle - Envoy Air
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Envoy Air, based at Dallas/Fort Worth, began in 1984 as a conglomeration of commuter airlines contracted to fly on behalf of American Airlines as “American ...
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Celebrating 50 years of National Express
Jun 10, 2022 · A whole 50 years! Put another way, that means our coaches have journeyed 3.8 billion miles across the length and breadth of the UK since 1972.Missing: history founded
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National Express announces significant network growth |
Apr 19, 2023 · The UK's leading scheduled coach operator has confirmed growth plans that include 15 new routes, with an emphasis on fast, frequent services connecting cities, ...
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Change of Name | - Mobico Group
May 10, 2023 · National Express Group PLC, a leading international transport provider, announces that it will change its name to Mobico Group PLC, effective from early June ...
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Our History | FedEx
April 17, 1973: Federal Express began operations in Memphis, Tennessee, with 389 team members. That night, 14 aircraft delivered 186 packages to 25 U.S. cities.
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Acquisition history: Federal Express Corporation is founded in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1971 by Frederick W. Smith.
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[PDF] results for the twelve months ended 31 December 2024 FY24 Adjuste
Apr 28, 2025 · Mobico Group has benefitted from continuing positive passenger demand across much of the Group with strong revenue growth of 8.3% over 2023.
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the grand list - Society for American Soccer History
Feb 25, 2010 · This Grand List includes all teams to have played in US and Canadian professional and some semi-pro soccer leagues since 1894. Teams are listed ...
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List of Defunct Professional Sports Teams - Fun While It Lasted
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Mar 11, 2025 · The Los Angeles Express was a charter member of the United States Football League (USFL) established in 1982.
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Mar 8, 2023 · The Midnights-Rock & Roll feud raged through Mid-South and only got hotter when Gibson and Morton lost a 90-day loser-leaves-town match to ...
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Freight shipper Worldwide Express, Richmond Raceway partner on ...
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Express Rally
We are the South's premier automotive culture and lifestyle experience featuring road rallies, private track days, community and social events.Registration · 2025 Events · Media · Store
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ER Podcast EP 46 - Grant Purscell - The OG of OG's for Express Rally
Nov 8, 2022 · Enjoy as we talk about his history with Express Rally, what got him started, and his favorite moments.
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The Grove Express 5K – Downers Grove's Thanksgiving Tradition
Oct 28, 2025 · The race began in 2004 as the Bonfield Express, created to honor Downers Grove South's coach and dean Jim Bonfield and to fund scholarships that ...
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Education Foundation invites community to Grove Express 5K
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Grove Express 5K
The Grove Express 5K starts at Main and Grove Streets in downtown Downers Grove and winds its way through the heart of the Village on a USA Track and Field ...
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Best Buy Express Cup- expressly for single letter teams
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1970 Express Mail® began experimentally. 1971 United States Postal Service® began operations. 1982 Last year Postal Service™ accepted public service subsidy ...
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Mail & Shipping Services - USPS
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DHL Express - Fast. Door-to-Door. Courier Delivered - United States ...
Best for urgent, valuable, or time-sensitive shipments. Standard Shipping: Slower delivery (from several days to weeks); Basic tracking; Customs may take longer
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Aug 10, 2025 · In the 1880s, nitro express rifles made their appearance when smokeless powder was used in the manufacturing of express cartridges.
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Jul 26, 2019 · 416 Rigby loads use a 400-grain bullet at either 2350 fps or 2400 fps, depending on brand, though there are 350-grain and 450-grain choices ...
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DANGEROUS GAME 416 RIGBY - Buffalo Bore Ammunition
We load it at 2,400 fps out of 22 inch barrels. (Item # 416 Rigby 400 CEB) This bullet cannot be deformed on any living mammalian tissue, even at close range on ...
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Algebraic Expression - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics
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An algebraic expression is a variable expression described using its terms, and operations on the terms. For example, x + 3 can be described as "3 more than x".