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Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
22 hours ago

G'-eepers creepers! More service disruptions coming to G train this summer and fall, local pols say | amNewYork

G train riders should prepare for multiple service disruptions, including every weekend in June, impacting local businesses and community connections.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Construction starts to redesign Madison Avenue bus lanes | amNewYork

Construction is underway to extend double bus lanes on Madison Avenue, improving bus speed and reliability for 92,000 daily riders.
Los Angeles
fromDodger Blue
4 days ago

Dodger Stadium Metro express makes change to route

Dodger Stadium Express offers free transportation to games, accessible from Union Station and South Bay stations, with service details for 2026.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
6 days ago

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Crash Involving Muni Bus and Car Sends Four to Hospital

A Muni bus collided with a car in the Mission District, injuring four people, including three bus passengers and the car driver.
#world-cup
Alternative transportation
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

The $150 Train Ride That Explains Everything Wrong With The World Cup Economy - Above the Law

The proposed $150 train fare for World Cup fans highlights issues of liability, accountability, and fairness in public infrastructure funding.
fromESPN.com
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

NJ governor: FIFA should pay extra train costs to MetLife for World Cup

NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Return trip from NYC to World Cup final stadium could cost $100 during tournament

Train ticket prices from NYC to MetLife Stadium may increase to over $100 during the World Cup, according to reports.
Alternative transportation
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

The $150 Train Ride That Explains Everything Wrong With The World Cup Economy - Above the Law

The proposed $150 train fare for World Cup fans highlights issues of liability, accountability, and fairness in public infrastructure funding.
fromESPN.com
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

NJ governor: FIFA should pay extra train costs to MetLife for World Cup

NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Return trip from NYC to World Cup final stadium could cost $100 during tournament

Train ticket prices from NYC to MetLife Stadium may increase to over $100 during the World Cup, according to reports.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Man fatally struck by Queens 7 train, causing morning delays | amNewYork

The 7 line is experiencing delays due to a fatal incident involving a straphanger in Queens.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Leaving the Station: TriMet Retires Its Oldest MAX Trains - Portland Mercury

TriMet's oldest MAX Type 1 trains are being retired after nearly 40 years of service due to maintenance and accessibility issues.
Toronto startup
fromBusline News
1 week ago

New York City's MTA To Take Delivery Of Its 1,000th Prevost Coach - Busline News

Prevost will deliver its 1,000th coach to the MTA in 2026, marking a significant milestone in their partnership.
#mbta
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

They rode the T to every single station in one fell swoop. Here's how long it took.

A group of friends completed a challenge to ride all MBTA subway lines in one day, taking over 10 hours.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

MBTA introduces summer discounts to encourage commuter rail use during busy events, including the World Cup, while offsetting schedule changes.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

They rode the T to every single station in one fell swoop. Here's how long it took.

A group of friends completed a challenge to ride all MBTA subway lines in one day, taking over 10 hours.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

MBTA introduces summer discounts to encourage commuter rail use during busy events, including the World Cup, while offsetting schedule changes.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Eastbound direction of SF's Bayshore freeway along I-80 to be shut down this weekend: What to know

Major freeway closures in San Francisco this weekend will significantly impact traffic due to a rehabilitation project.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

San Francisco fire truck crashes with historic Muni streetcar on The Embarcadero

A San Francisco fire truck collided with a historic Muni streetcar, causing delays on the F Market line but no reported injuries.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Eastbound direction of SF's Bayshore freeway along I-80 to be shut down this weekend: What to know

Major freeway closures in San Francisco this weekend will significantly impact traffic due to a rehabilitation project.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

San Francisco fire truck crashes with historic Muni streetcar on The Embarcadero

A San Francisco fire truck collided with a historic Muni streetcar, causing delays on the F Market line but no reported injuries.
Education
fromBusline News
1 week ago

Laketran Unveils Winning Bus Wrap Art Contest Design - Busline News

Ava Passalacqua won the 2026 Design a Bus Wrap contest with her design themed 'We the People' for Laketran's America 250 celebration.
Brooklyn
fromBusline News
1 week ago

Sign Of The Times: Improving The Rider Experience Continues At Cincinnati Metro - Busline News

Cincinnati Metro is replacing 3,700 bus stop signs to enhance rider experience and modernize transit communication over the next 24 months.
#bart
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Equipment problem on BART train in SF causing major delays, agency says

BART train delays are caused by an equipment problem, affecting service between 24th Street Mission and Embarcadero.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Disabled BART train in Oakland, equipment issue causing major delays systemwide, agency says

BART is experiencing major systemwide delays due to equipment problems and a disabled train.
Mission District
fromMission Local
4 weeks ago

BART supporters need 186K signatures by June. Will Hunky Jesus and $7-a-gallon gas get them there?

BART's survival depends on a five-county revenue measure requiring 186,000 valid signatures by early June to avoid severe service cuts.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Equipment problem on BART train in SF causing major delays, agency says

BART train delays are caused by an equipment problem, affecting service between 24th Street Mission and Embarcadero.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Disabled BART train in Oakland, equipment issue causing major delays systemwide, agency says

BART is experiencing major systemwide delays due to equipment problems and a disabled train.
Mission District
fromMission Local
4 weeks ago

BART supporters need 186K signatures by June. Will Hunky Jesus and $7-a-gallon gas get them there?

BART's survival depends on a five-county revenue measure requiring 186,000 valid signatures by early June to avoid severe service cuts.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Bay Area transit agencies are seeing ridership climb as gas prices rise, weather improves

Bay Area transit agencies are experiencing a significant increase in ridership, nearing pre-pandemic levels.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
2 weeks ago

Santa Monica launches $56m zero-emission bus program targeting infrastructure for 195 e-buses - Sustainable Bus

Santa Monica invests $56 million to expand zero-emission bus infrastructure and fleet capacity, aiming for full electrification by 2032.
#zohran-mamdani
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
New York City

Zohran Mamdani's promise at 100 days: 'At our stores, eggs will be cheaper. Bread will be cheaper' | Fortune

fromWRAL.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

At 100 days rally, Mamdani celebrates and charts a course toward city-run grocery stores

New York City
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Zohran Mamdani's promise at 100 days: 'At our stores, eggs will be cheaper. Bread will be cheaper' | Fortune

Mamdani emphasizes a focus on the working class with plans for grocery stores, trash bin expansion, and faster, free bus services.
New York City
fromWRAL.com
2 weeks ago

At 100 days rally, Mamdani celebrates and charts a course toward city-run grocery stores

Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrates 100 days in office, focusing on working-class initiatives and future plans for grocery stores and public transportation.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Weekend Roundup: New SMART Schedule, More High-Speed Rail Context... - Streetsblog San Francisco

The Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service Plan enhances bus and rail service, increasing frequency and connectivity for North Bay residents.
NYC music
fromCurbed
2 weeks ago

What Is 'The Gilded Age' Star Ben Ahlers's NYQ?

Ben Ahlers shares his experiences and preferences as a New Yorker, highlighting subway etiquette, transportation choices, and local hangout spots.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
2 weeks ago

Work to Resume on Flatbush Avenue Center Bus Lanes

The project aims to enhance bus service speed and street safety on Flatbush Avenue with dedicated lanes and improved pedestrian facilities.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Long Island
2 weeks ago

New center-running bus lanes coming to Flatbush Avenue in Downtown Brooklyn

Construction on Flatbush Avenue will enhance bus speed and safety for 132,000 daily riders through new center-running bus lanes.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks ago

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
2 weeks ago

EMT Madrid orders 120 more e-buses, vehicles awarded to Irizar, Daimler and Solaris - Sustainable Bus

EMT Madrid has awarded contracts for 120 new battery-electric buses, including the first articulated electric buses in its fleet.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Oil spill disrupts Line 2 subway service between Keele, Kipling stations: TTC | CBC News

Subway service on Line 2 is disrupted due to a hydraulic oil spill, with shuttle buses operating between Kipling and Keele stations.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

9 Public Transport Mistakes Every Tourist Makes in Europe-and What Locals Recommend Instead

Public transportation in Rome is extensive, cost-effective, and often faster than taxis, despite some tourists' hesitance to use it.
#toronto-transit-commission
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

TTC extending hours, adding trains to Eglinton Crosstown LRT as part of next rollout phase | CBC News

The Toronto Transit Commission is extending Eglinton Crosstown LRT service hours and adding trains to improve reliability and efficiency.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

TTC has higher costs and less riders than in 2019. Winning them back won't fix financial woes, staff warn | CBC News

The Toronto Transit Commission faces declining ridership, increased costs, and reduced revenue, leading to a projected budget shortfall of half a billion dollars by 2027.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

TTC extending hours, adding trains to Eglinton Crosstown LRT as part of next rollout phase | CBC News

The Toronto Transit Commission is extending Eglinton Crosstown LRT service hours and adding trains to improve reliability and efficiency.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

TTC has higher costs and less riders than in 2019. Winning them back won't fix financial woes, staff warn | CBC News

The Toronto Transit Commission faces declining ridership, increased costs, and reduced revenue, leading to a projected budget shortfall of half a billion dollars by 2027.
#ferry-systems
Travel
fromAol
3 weeks ago

10 Most Highly Affordable Ferry Rides With Breathtaking Views Of The Sea

Public ferry systems offer scenic, affordable transportation options that enhance travel experiences in many cities worldwide.
Travel
fromIslands
3 weeks ago

10 Most Highly Affordable Ferry Rides With Breathtaking Views Of The Sea - Islands

Public ferry systems offer scenic, affordable transportation options that enhance travel experiences in many cities.
Travel
fromAol
3 weeks ago

10 Most Highly Affordable Ferry Rides With Breathtaking Views Of The Sea

Public ferry systems offer scenic, affordable transportation options that enhance travel experiences in many cities worldwide.
Travel
fromIslands
3 weeks ago

10 Most Highly Affordable Ferry Rides With Breathtaking Views Of The Sea - Islands

Public ferry systems offer scenic, affordable transportation options that enhance travel experiences in many cities.
#mta
New York City
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Bronx conductor punched after waking sleeping rider

An MTA conductor was hospitalized after being attacked by a passenger on a Bronx train during routine checks.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

How many of the newest NYC subway trains will have open gangways? MTA says that depends on numerous challenges | amNewYork

MTA is evaluating operational and maintenance challenges of open gangway trains for its new subway car order.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

MTA launches new app, providing subway and bus riders with real-time personalized information | amNewYork

The MTA launched a new mobile app designed for real-time, personalized navigation of the subway and bus network.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

NYC Transit boss Crichlow lambasts transit union-backed effort to maintain two-person train crews | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Offsides at City Hall? MTA boss says he wasn't approached about Mamdani's reported World Cup fare free bus pilot pitch | amNewYork

MTA Chair Janno Lieber stated no one has consulted him about Mayor Mamdani's proposed free bus pilot program during the FIFA World Cup this summer.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Bronx conductor punched after waking sleeping rider

An MTA conductor was hospitalized after being attacked by a passenger on a Bronx train during routine checks.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

How many of the newest NYC subway trains will have open gangways? MTA says that depends on numerous challenges | amNewYork

MTA is evaluating operational and maintenance challenges of open gangway trains for its new subway car order.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

MTA launches new app, providing subway and bus riders with real-time personalized information | amNewYork

The MTA launched a new mobile app designed for real-time, personalized navigation of the subway and bus network.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

NYC Transit boss Crichlow lambasts transit union-backed effort to maintain two-person train crews | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Offsides at City Hall? MTA boss says he wasn't approached about Mamdani's reported World Cup fare free bus pilot pitch | amNewYork

MTA Chair Janno Lieber stated no one has consulted him about Mayor Mamdani's proposed free bus pilot program during the FIFA World Cup this summer.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Ask the MTA | Redbirds, cell phone service and Steinway Street construction | amNewYork

The Redbirds trace their origins to 1959, with the debut of the R26, the first of nine closely related subway car types that became synonymous with New York's transit system.
New York City
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Caltrain to close stations if transit tax doesn't pass

"Caltrain and BART would very likely be looking at shutting down passenger service," Deputy Director of Policy Development Melissa Jones said. "In that case, the agencies would be focused on maintenance, trying to secure our assets, keep everything safe while we regroup for the future."
San Francisco
#fair-fares
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

Fare fight: Transit advocates push for expansion of Fair Fares program at Sunset Park subway station Brooklyn Paper

Expansion of the Fair Fares program aims to make transit affordable for over 2 million New Yorkers living at or below 150% of the federal poverty level.
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

NYC's poorest residents would get free subway and bus rides under Council plan

Nearly 1 million low-income New Yorkers may receive free subway and bus rides under a proposed expansion of the Fair Fares program.
New York City
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
3 weeks ago

Fare fight: Transit advocates push for expansion of Fair Fares program at Sunset Park subway station Brooklyn Paper

Expansion of the Fair Fares program aims to make transit affordable for over 2 million New Yorkers living at or below 150% of the federal poverty level.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC's poorest residents would get free subway and bus rides under Council plan

Nearly 1 million low-income New Yorkers may receive free subway and bus rides under a proposed expansion of the Fair Fares program.
#sexual-assault
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Boston man charged with sexually assaulting MBTA bus driver

Michael Vandenbroeke faces multiple charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an MBTA bus driver, with a history of violent offenses since 2005.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The kindness of strangers: on an emptied train carriage, a man rubbed his hand on my thigh then another passenger intervened

A stranger intervened during a sexual assault on a train by pretending to know the victim, creating a distraction that allowed her to escape the attacker.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Boston man charged with sexually assaulting MBTA bus driver

Michael Vandenbroeke faces multiple charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an MBTA bus driver, with a history of violent offenses since 2005.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The kindness of strangers: on an emptied train carriage, a man rubbed his hand on my thigh then another passenger intervened

A stranger intervened during a sexual assault on a train by pretending to know the victim, creating a distraction that allowed her to escape the attacker.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.
#transit-funding
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
US politics

Trump's Funding Freeze Has Derailed Transit, Undermining Growth and Economic Opportunity For All Americans: Report - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
US politics

Trump's Funding Freeze Has Derailed Transit, Undermining Growth and Economic Opportunity For All Americans: Report - Streetsblog USA

fromPedestrian Observations
1 month ago

Why IBX Shouldn't Connect to LaGuardia

The plan adds an infill station for a transfer to the LIRR and extends the line in a slightly roundabout way to connect to an infill Northeast Corridor station before veering to the airport.
Brooklyn
Alternative transportation
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

The Gold Runner train running through California is kind of cursed

The Gold Runner train service in California offers affordable travel but faces comfort and reliability issues despite recent state investments.
fromStreetsblog USA
1 month ago

Friday Video: Buenos Aires Will Challenge Everything You Think You Know About Buses - Streetsblog USA

The buses in La París de Sudamérica evolved out of a system of taxis, and each route is run by a separate company to this day.
Barcelona
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Muni Still Has Fare-Evasion Problem as Ridership Rebounds; Fare Revenue at 34% What It Was In 2015

Muni fare revenue remains way, way down, with $97 million in 2024 compared to $283 million in 2015, despite ridership being above 70% of pre-pandemic levels.
SF politics
Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Ninth Avenue is getting a 'super sidewalk' and a bunch of other exciting upgrades

A redesign of Ninth Avenue aims to improve pedestrian space, bike lanes, and bus service ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Los Angeles
fromDodgers Nation
1 month ago

Dodger Stadium Express returning for 2026 season; What you need to know

Dodger Stadium Express provides free transportation to Dodgers games, offering a convenient alternative to parking and ride-hailing options.
Alternative transportation
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

No parking at MetLife for World Cup-here's the plan

MetLife Stadium will eliminate general parking and tailgating for 2026 World Cup matches, implementing a transit-first operation using trains, buses, and rideshares to manage crowds of up to 80,000 per game.
#congestion-pricing
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

New York's congestion pricing program drove a 7.7% increase in subway ridership to 1.3 billion rides in its first year, with over 90 million additional trips compared to the previous year.
fromThe Hill
1 month ago
NYC politics

New York's big bet on congestion relief is paying off

New York's congestion pricing program, implemented January 5, 2025, successfully reduced traffic delays by 25% in the zone and improved air quality while increasing transit speeds.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Congestion pricing: NYC subways saw millions more riders during Manhattan toll program's first year, transit group finds | amNewYork

New York's congestion pricing program drove a 7.7% increase in subway ridership to 1.3 billion rides in its first year, with over 90 million additional trips compared to the previous year.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

MTA's Lieber Asks City to Put More Cops on Bus Lane Enforcement - Streetsblog New York City

The MTA Chairman requests increased NYPD traffic enforcement agents to clear bus lanes at chronic bottleneck locations, as bus-mounted cameras alone cannot physically remove illegally parked vehicles or enforce against exempt emergency and municipal vehicles.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

MTA sues Trump administration over order to halt Second Avenue subway funding

The MTA sued the Trump administration for withholding $3.4 billion in federal funding for the Second Avenue subway expansion into East Harlem, despite MTA compliance with contract review requirements.
Madrid food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My wife and I visited Mexico City. Here are 7 things we did right - and 2 mistakes we'd avoid making next time.

Mexico City offers a compelling blend of old and new architecture, diverse neighborhoods, and accessible public transportation, making it an ideal destination for active travelers seeking cultural exploration and authentic experiences.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Tuesday's Headlines: We Love A Parade (For Pedestrians) Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani marches in St. Patrick's Day parade; parade organizers encourage public transit over cars due to spectator crowds, reflecting daily transportation best practices.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

We Asked 6 Travel Pros the Best Solo Travel Destination-and They All Picked the Same Place

Japan is the top solo travel destination due to its safe streets, efficient public transit, and culture that welcomes solo diners.
Alternative transportation
fromBusline News
1 month ago

Cincinnati Metro Highlights Employee Excellence - Busline News

Cincinnati Metro honored seven employees with Golden Bus Awards for exceptional service, dedication, and professionalism in roles ranging from dispatchers to operators.
Chicago
fromBusline News
1 month ago

Pace Expands Northwest Cook County On Demand Service - Busline News

Pace Suburban Bus expanded its Northwest Cook County On Demand service, offering flexible shared-ride transportation to medical appointments, schools, shopping, employment centers, and regional transit connections.
fromBusline News
1 month ago

Hampton Roads Transit President & CEO William E. Harrell To Retire - Busline News

Together, we have accomplished so much with our outstanding operators, mechanics, administrative staff, commissioners and representatives from the cities served by HRT. Our organization is thriving. We have strengthened transit services, enhanced the customer experience, expanded our impact, and supported the regional economy by ensuring our customers can access work, medical care and other critical destinations.
Alternative transportation
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

One of south London's busiest train stations will finally reopen next week after being closed for 10 months

Cutty Sark DLR station reopens March 23 with four new escalators after a 10-month closure to replace repeatedly failing equipment.
#infrastructure
fromGothamist
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

NJ Transit opens new bridge over Hackensack River, enabling faster train speeds

fromGothamist
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

NJ Transit opens new bridge over Hackensack River, enabling faster train speeds

New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Man Struck and Dragged by A Train at Rockaway Blvd Station

A 54-year-old man was struck and dragged by an A train at Rockaway Boulevard station after standing too close to the platform edge, sustaining a leg injury and transported to Jamaica Hospital in stable condition.
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

NJ Transit sees hour delays after overhead wire issues at Portal Bridge briefly suspends service

After service was suspended in both directions between Newark Penn Station and New York Penn early Friday morning, NJ Transit service is back -- although limited and facing up to 60 minute delays. The suspension is brought on by Amtrak overhead wire issues at the Portal Bridge, according to NJ Transit.
New York City
#advertising
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London food

Commuters split over chocolate-scented advertising

A Magnum ice-cream multi-sensory advertisement at King's Cross St Pancras using chocolate smell and cracking sounds has generated mixed reactions, with some commuters and staff complaining about the scent combining unpleasantly with tunnel odors.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Smelly tube station ice cream advert sparks nausea complaints from commuters

A scent-emitting Magnum ice cream advertisement at London's King's Cross St Pancras station has generated complaints from commuters and staff due to its overpowering artificial chocolate smell.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Commuters split over chocolate-scented advertising

A Magnum ice-cream multi-sensory advertisement at King's Cross St Pancras using chocolate smell and cracking sounds has generated mixed reactions, with some commuters and staff complaining about the scent combining unpleasantly with tunnel odors.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Smelly tube station ice cream advert sparks nausea complaints from commuters

A scent-emitting Magnum ice cream advertisement at London's King's Cross St Pancras station has generated complaints from commuters and staff due to its overpowering artificial chocolate smell.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

TPER prepares to deploy 127 hydrogen buses in Bologna, operations to begin by May - Sustainable Bus

TPER will deploy 127 hydrogen buses in Bologna by end of May, representing 12% of the fleet, with operational experience already gained from 10 buses running in Ferrara.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Fare-free bus push: State lawmakers look to revive pilot program in budget proposals as Mamdani seeks citywide initiative | amNewYork

New York state legislative leaders propose reviving a fare-free bus pilot program that previously operated in 2023-2024, supporting Mayor Mamdani's campaign goal of eliminating bus fares citywide.
London food
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Wandsworth Town station upgrade begins, with lifts and new entrance

Wandsworth Town station is undergoing a major upgrade adding three lifts and a second entrance, with completion scheduled for summer 2027.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Misplaced your bike, cellphone or prosthetic leg on the Metro rail? Here's how to get them back

Los Angeles Metro's Lost & Found office reunites riders with lost possessions at a 30% recovery rate, processing approximately 15,000 items annually.
London food
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Mind the tap: Stansted Airport starts accepting London's contactless travel tickets

Contactless payments now work on Greater Anglia services to Stansted Airport, eliminating the need for advance paper ticket purchases that previously confused travelers.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

MBTA announces schedule changes, detours as nearly 1 million expected to attend Sunday's St. Patrick's Day parade

The MBTA expects "nearly one million" people to attend the parade in South Boston, the agency said. This Sunday, South Boston will host the city's annual St. Patrick's Day parade. In doing so, the city will experience packed train cars, long waits at stations, and hundreds of thousands of people swarming the streets.
Boston
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm an American who moved to the UK 5 years ago. Here are 9 things I wish I'd known before living abroad.

Moving to the English countryside from the US involves unexpected cultural adjustments including differences in small talk, grocery shelf life, walking distances, and product availability like non-gel deodorant.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago

The first of 121 new CAF Urbos trams arrives in Rome for ATAC

The first of the 121 Urbos models that CAF will deliver to ATAC has reached the Italian capital and will transform the city's rail-based public transport. The total investment amounts to more than €450 million. Numbered in the 9300 series and measuring 33.5 meters in length, the new vehicle will be able to carry up to 215 passengers, including 68 seated and two passengers with reduced mobility.
Alternative transportation
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Passengers warned of major disruption after Glasgow Central fire

A major fire at a vape shop near Glasgow Central railway station has caused complete closure of Scotland's busiest station with extensive travel disruption expected throughout Monday and beyond.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

It's the Eglinton LRT's one-month anniversary. How do riders think it's holding up so far? | CBC Accessibility

It works, it's fast, it's reliable. People who rely on the line are saying how much of a great addition it is to their daily commute. Rolling out Line 5 in phases was the right decision. Tempering expectations is really important. I think that [the TTC] could have saved themselves a lot of harm and damage if they were more clear about that with Line 6.
Canada news
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Staten Island elected officials voice disapproval for a planned homeless shelter

A 160-bed men's shelter planned for Staten Island's South Shore faces opposition from local officials and residents citing inadequate transportation access, safety concerns, and lack of community engagement.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

Dr. Caro urban bus interchange in Elche / ARN / Arquitectos

A new urban bus interchange in Elche functions as a climate refuge with shade, vegetation, and multiple activity modes, opening toward the Vinalopo River slope.
US news
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | How do Bronx commuters grin and bear slow cross-borough travel? - Bronx Times

Bronx residents depend on unreliable, slow bus services despite limited transportation alternatives, affecting workers, students, and essential service providers across the borough.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

West London Orbital railway plans take another step forward

West London Orbital railway project secures £6.65 million funding to advance planning toward a 2026 public consultation, with potential to deliver 25,000 homes, 11,500 jobs, and reduce annual car trips by 650,000.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

New Draft CA High-Speed Rail Business Plan is LESS Costly than the 2022 Plan - Streetsblog California

California's High-Speed Rail Authority released a 2026 Business Plan emphasizing strategic sequencing, revenue diversification, and phased implementation to deliver functioning rail service sooner while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
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