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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Turk Living in Lithuania is Most Happy to Hear the Word 'Well Done': "Grandmothers Used to Tell Me This on Public Transport"

A Turkish citizen residing in Lithuania expresses joy over hearing the word 'well done', as it reminds him of the encouragement he received from grandmothers on public transport.

Feb 26 • 16:53 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘Go Habs Go!’ to return to Montreal buses after language controversy

Montreal's transit agency will reinstate the slogan 'Go Habs Go!' on city buses following approval from the provincial language watchdog after public outcry.

Feb 26 • 16:50 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

News Overview: These are the News of the Day

The article discusses various news highlights from Munich, including local opinions on social interactions, illegal transactions related to Oktoberfest tables, political developments, and public transport updates.

Feb 26 • 16:44 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How subways, trains and buses will operate during the protests against labor reform this Friday, February 27

Workers' unions in Argentina are planning a strike and mobilization against labor reform, raising concerns about the impact on public transport services.

Feb 26 • 16:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Mixed messages about public transport ticket fees indicate elections are coming

The plan to end free travel for children and pensioners on regional lines has sparked outrage and confusion, particularly as conflicting statements from the Prime Minister shift responsibility to officials.

Feb 26 • 15:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Ramersdorf: Bicycle thief brakes bus – 42-year-old injured

A traffic accident involving a bicycle thief led to injuries for a bus passenger in Munich when the bus driver had to brake sharply to avoid a collision.

Feb 26 • 15:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

After years of construction: The first trams finally roll on the West Tangent

The first section of the West Tangent tram line in Munich, which has been under construction for two years, is officially opened with a maiden journey and a public celebration.

Feb 26 • 15:14 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Traffic Changes Planned in the Historic Centre of Rīga

Rīga plans to implement traffic changes in its historic center to improve air quality as outlined in the city's air quality improvement action program for 2026-2030.

Feb 26 • 15:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Public Transport in Dachau District: Regional Buses with New Timetable

The MVV regional bus lines in the Dachau district will have a revised timetable starting March 1, aimed at improving capacity and punctuality for school commuters.

Feb 26 • 14:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How I travel in CABA: this is how to use the interactive map to know how to get to an address by subway, bus, or walking

The article explains how to use Buenos Aires' interactive map to assist in navigating the city effectively using public transport or walking.

Feb 26 • 13:43 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Icy rain caused serious problems in Tallinn's tram traffic

Icy rain severely disrupted tram traffic in Tallinn, leading to all trams being halted and public transportation affected.

Feb 26 • 13:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘We’re not getting in anymore!’: Lines 1, 8, and 12 of the CDMX Metro are overwhelmed by delays of 20 minutes

Several lines in the Mexico City Metro are experiencing significant delays and overcrowding, particularly on Lines 1, 8, and 12, causing frustration among commuters.

Feb 26 • 13:32 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KUKU ⟩ Michal on bus fare: These matters are for politicians, not officials to decide

Prime Minister Kristen Michal has stated that the decision regarding bus fares for children and pensioners should rest with politicians rather than bureaucrats, amid discussions of increased fares initiated by ministry officials in Estonia.

Feb 26 • 11:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'The door opened and I was thrown, spat out of the bus,' says student who fell from bus in Cidade de Deus

'The door opened and I was thrown, spat out of the bus,' says a student who fell from a bus in Cidade de Deus.

Feb 26 • 11:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tallinn Trams Switch to Free Schedule Due to Ice Rain

Trams in Tallinn switched to a free schedule on Thursday afternoon due to ice rain, affecting public transportation in the city.

Feb 26 • 11:20 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Sales Losses: Munich Retailers Angry Over MVG Strike

Retailers in Munich are frustrated with planned strikes in public transport that will affect sales during the busiest shopping days of the week.

Feb 26 • 11:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Castro says he will cancel metro fare increase; fare will remain at R$ 7.90 until the end of the year, says government

Governor Cláudio Castro announced the cancellation of a scheduled metro fare increase in Rio de Janeiro, maintaining the current fare of R$ 7.90 until the end of the year with public funding.

Feb 26 • 10:43 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

March Strikes: What are the Dates and What You Need to Know

The article discusses the upcoming public transportation strikes in Italy during March, detailing the specific dates and impact on various transport sectors.

Feb 26 • 10:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Have you noticed this detail in trams?

The article discusses a seating design feature in newer trams in Helsinki, which enhances passenger comfort by placing seats in a staggered formation.

Feb 26 • 10:01 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Signal Fault Causes Delays Across the Entire Subway Network

A signal failure led to widespread delays on all subway lines in Oslo, although the issue has been resolved, with lingering delays expected.

Feb 26 • 09:47 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Series. Once the Prime Minister and Regional Minister Took the Bus

A fictional account depicting the Prime Minister and Regional Minister of Estonia taking a bus ride is presented through a conversation recorded on a black box found by an amateur archaeologist.

Feb 26 • 09:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Strike on Friday and Saturday: Public Transport Warning Strike: Retail Fears 40 Million Loss

The Bavarian Retail Association warns of significant revenue losses due to a planned warning strike in public transport affecting key retail days.

Feb 26 • 09:37 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

They Want a City Train Instead of a City Line

Local leaders in Iceland suggest prioritizing a train connection between Reykjavik and Hafnarfjordur over the planned bus rapid transit system.

Feb 26 • 09:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Construction blocks streets in Downtown Fortaleza and alters the itinerary of 4 bus lines; see the detours

A construction project in Downtown Fortaleza is blocking streets and altering bus routes to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety.

Feb 26 • 09:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Metaxourgio: Minor took a chain from a passenger - Tried to escape through a Metro tunnel

A 16-year-old was arrested for robbery and disturbing public transport after stealing a chain from a woman at a Metro Station in Greece and attempting to escape through a tunnel.

Feb 26 • 09:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Urmas Kruuse: The Reform Party does not support fare charges for students and pensioners

Urmas Kruuse of the Reform Party reaffirmed their opposition to charging public transport fares for students and pensioners in Estonia.

Feb 26 • 09:12 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

BOAK: Road safety interventions in 3 sections

A new program to improve road safety on three high-risk segments of the North Road Axis of Crete has been approved by the Greek Minister of Infrastructure and Transport.

Feb 26 • 08:27 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Between Wolfsburg and Berlin: Train Attendant Attacked - 100 Passengers Have to Leave ICE

A train attendant was assaulted by a passenger without a valid ticket, causing the train to halt and 100 other passengers to disembark.

Feb 26 • 08:25 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Signal malfunction causes delays across the entire metro network

A signal malfunction is causing significant delays on the Oslo metro network, affecting all lines until at least 9 AM.

Feb 26 • 06:41 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Riga's mayor rates street winter maintenance between '6 and a weak 7'

Riga's mayor Viesturs Kleinbergs has rated the city's winter street maintenance as between a '6 and a weak 7,' indicating a need for improvement.

Feb 26 • 06:32 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Several roads are closed and public transport disruptions

Severe weather conditions in Finnmark and Northern Troms have led to road closures and public transport interruptions due to snowstorms.

Feb 26 • 06:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metro: University station closed from 10:00 AM

The University Metro station in Athens will be closed from 10:00 AM today due to police orders ahead of a planned student protest commemorating the third anniversary of a tragic rail accident.

Feb 26 • 05:59 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Michal excluded asking pensioners and children for fare on county lines

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal announced that pensioners and children will not be charged fare on county bus lines, emphasizing it as a fundamental issue whether officials or politicians prevail on the matter.

Feb 26 • 05:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A Public Healthcare to Be Proud Of

The Guardia Civil in Spain highlighted their role in an emergency medical operation to transport a heart for a two-month-old baby, showcasing a commendable aspect of public healthcare.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Tokyo on the hunt for 'chikan' perverts who also sexually assault men on the subway

In Tokyo, reports have emerged about the prevalence of 'chikan' incidents, where both men and women are victims of sexual assault in crowded subways.

Feb 25 • 23:06 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

City of Winnipeg announces more transit updates

Winnipeg has announced improvements to its transit system in response to rider feedback, set to take effect with a spring schedule on April 12.

Feb 25 • 23:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘Longer intervals’, ‘very crowded’, ‘price does not compensate’: announcement of the fare increase at MetrôRio generates complaints from passengers

The announcement of a fare increase for MetrôRio has led to significant complaints from passengers about service quality and overcrowding.

Feb 25 • 22:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Free internet in Cubatão? City Council proposes Wi-Fi at bus stops and public offices

Cubatão's city council is proposing free Wi-Fi at public bus stops and government offices to promote digital inclusion.

Feb 25 • 22:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Contactless payment will be accepted at all turnstiles of 12 train stations in SP

Starting from this Sunday, twelve metropolitan train stations in São Paulo will accept contactless payments at all turnstiles, eliminating the need for passengers to buy tickets at booths or kiosks.

Feb 25 • 21:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Driver convicted for the death of a young man who fell from a bus, but will not serve time because the crime has expired

A bus driver was convicted for the death of a young man who fell from a bus, but due to the expiration of the statute of limitations, he will not serve his sentence.

Feb 25 • 21:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In California: the new law AB 117 signed by Newsom that affects public transport users

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new law aimed at stabilizing public transport services in the Bay Area, providing $590 million to support recovery post-COVID-19.

Feb 25 • 19:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Survey on the Local Elections: Bavaria complains about high rents and broken roads

A recent survey reveals that high rents, poor road conditions, and public transport availability are the major concerns for Bavarians ahead of local elections.

Feb 25 • 19:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The first tram tested the new Prague bridge

The new bridge in Prague has been tested with its first tram, marking a significant milestone in the city's transportation infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 17:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

S4 to Fürstenfeldbruck: Greens discuss S-Bahn expansion

The Greens in Fürstenfeldbruck are holding a panel discussion to address delays in the expansion of S-Bahn Line 4, which has been postponed to 2040 according to a recent MVV position paper.

Feb 25 • 15:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Transportation Bidding in Campinas: Consortia Submit Proposals

Five consortia have submitted proposals for a public transportation bidding process in Campinas, Brazil, estimated at R$ 11 billion over 15 years.

Feb 25 • 15:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Failures in river school transport in a municipality in the interior of Amazonas are the subject of investigation by the Public Ministry

The Public Ministry of Amazonas has launched an investigation into issues with river school transport in Guajará that have been exposing students to risks.

Feb 25 • 14:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Student Ticket in CABA 2026: Requirements, Registration, and Renewal of the Free SUBE

The Buenos Aires City government provides a free public transport ticket for students, requiring registration for first-time applicants and renewal for existing ticket holders.

Feb 25 • 13:57 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The city reconfigures an avenue in Palermo for the Trambús to circulate

Buenos Aires is transforming an avenue in Palermo to accommodate the new electric Trambús public transport system, with operations expected to start by the end of 2026.

Feb 25 • 13:57 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"You have to fight with customer service": users of Île-de-France transport complain about double-charged trips

Users of Île-de-France transport are voicing frustrations over being charged multiple times for the same journey, prompting Île-de-France Mobilités to introduce a mediator to address these billing disputes.

Feb 25 • 13:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Electric public transport in Kyiv to partially resume operations

Electric public transport services on the right bank of Kyiv are set to partially resume starting February 26.

Feb 25 • 13:49 UTC

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