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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Broome doesn't have accessible taxis, so one local is providing free rides

In Broome, Andy Guidera is offering free rides to locals in need due to the absence of accessible taxi services in the area.

Mar 3 โ€ข 00:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
World

TVNET FROM SAN FRANCISCO: While Driverless Cars Drive the Streets, Samsung Changes the Future of Phones

While San Francisco witnesses the implementation of driverless taxis, Samsung unveils innovations that may redefine the future of smartphones.

Mar 2 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Amanda Harkimo Found Herself in a Terrible Situation in a Taxi: "No, We're Going Home Now"

DJ Amanda Harkimo recounted a troubling experience during a taxi ride after a press event, where the driver made inappropriate suggestions to her.

Feb 27 โ€ข 19:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Hydra: How much are locals and shopkeepers paid for closing their businesses

The filming of the movie "The Ridders" in Hydra has caused both excitement and tension among locals, particularly due to the presence of 11 sea taxis that were initially asked to vacate the harbor area.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Florida: a novel electric air taxi service arrives in Miami

Archer Aviation has unveiled plans for an electric air taxi network in Miami, aiming to connect cities and airports in South Florida with short flights.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This is Finland's most popular taxi - Left competitors far behind

The Volkswagen Caddy was the most registered taxi model in Finland in 2025, capturing a significant market share.

Feb 22 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Winter Olympics battling heavy snowfallโ€ฆ walking to the stadium after taking a taxi through the snowfield

Athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics faced significant delays in reaching venues due to heavy snowfall, forcing some to walk to the curling arena after getting stuck in taxis.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

What is happening with the taxis

Taxi drivers in Greece are striking to demand better conditions and are facing government responses that could determine the future of their protests.

Feb 20 โ€ข 03:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Owners of electric taxis received financial incentives from ATM

In Guayaquil, 48 financial incentives have been awarded to electric taxi owners as part of a municipal program to encourage the transition to electric vehicles.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Taxi brokers specialize: now the customer can choose a female driver or a 'native Finn'

A new taxi service in the Helsinki metropolitan area allows customers to select a driver based on their Finnish background or gender, raising questions of potential discrimination.

Feb 19 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Taxis: 2,000 drivers unemployed - 'The government is sending us to disaster,' the warning

Taxi drivers in Greece are threatening to escalate their nationwide protests against government policies that they claim threaten their livelihoods.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Berlin: Why the Capital Does Not Allow New Taxis

Berlin has imposed a one-year moratorium on new taxi registrations due to an oversupply of taxis, which threatens the stability of the taxi industry.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Taxis: raid on a company suspected of anti-competitive practices

French authorities conducted a raid on the G7 taxi company following a complaint by Uber regarding unfair practices.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Thessaloniki: Taxi drivers' strike for Wednesday and Thursday

Taxi services in Thessaloniki will cease on Wednesday and Thursday as drivers participate in a nationwide strike organized by the Panhellenic Federation of Taxis.

Feb 17 โ€ข 19:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Sky-high prices for night taxis from Gardermoen: โ€“ It's so rotten

Passengers are facing exorbitant taxi fares from Gardermoen Airport, with some reporting charges as high as 5500 NOK for short trips.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Extortionists Arrested After Setting Fire to 4 Taxis in Tijuana; Their Leader Operated from Jalisco

Five individuals were arrested for extorting taxi drivers in Tijuana and setting fire to taxis as a means of collecting payments.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Outrage Erupted in Men's Organization โ€“ Behind It Are Women's Taxis

A Finnish men's equality organization is urging protests against a taxi service that it claims discriminates against men.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Taxis Designed for Women Spark Outrage โ€“ Now the Taxi Union Speaks Out

A new taxi service in Finland aimed exclusively at women, named Club Wowo, has ignited controversy, prompting responses from various organizations, including the Taxi Union.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Women-Only Taxis Caused a Stir โ€“ Now the Taxi Union Speaks Out

The Finnish Taxi Union defends the concept of women-only taxis amidst public debate following the launch of a new service that serves only women and children.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Athens Without Taxis for Three Days โ€“ What is Happening in the Rest of the Country

Athens will experience a three-day taxi strike as drivers cease operations from today until Friday morning, with a two-day strike planned in other parts of Greece.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Taxis: Strike for three days

Taxi drivers and owners in Attica are striking from February 17 to February 19, with nationwide protests planned for February 18 and 19.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Driverless Cars? This is How the Automotive Sector Will Look in 10 Years, According to Experts

Experts predict that the future of autonomous vehicles will lead to a $214 billion global market by 2030, with pilot programs already underway in places like Las Vegas.

Feb 17 โ€ข 01:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Taxis: New three-day strike - Protests escalate

Taxi drivers in Greece have announced a new three-day strike starting February 17, as they protest against the government's transportation policies.

Feb 16 โ€ข 03:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

High innovation pace: Robot taxis, ultra-fast charging, and good old buttons

The article discusses the rapid pace of technological innovation in the automotive industry, highlighting the emergence of features such as robot taxis and ultra-fast charging.

Feb 14 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Banking transactions and chat application announced by Musk

Elon Musk is reorganizing his companies, including merging SpaceX with xAI and shifting Tesla's focus towards advanced robots and autonomous taxis.

Feb 14 โ€ข 07:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Taxi driver raped Noora in the forest โ€“ This is what Noora thinks about the controversial womenโ€™s taxis

Noora recounts her harrowing experience of being raped by a taxi driver and advocates for women-only taxi services to enhance safety.

Feb 14 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Google's new generation of self-driving taxis kicks off: snowfall is no longer an obstacle

Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, has introduced a new generation of self-driving taxis capable of operating in severe weather conditions, starting in San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

How to get to Galo da Madrugada: see options for buses, Expresso da Folia, taxi, app transport, and car

This article provides transportation options for attending the Galo da Madrugada festival in Recife, Brazil, including buses, taxis, and rideshare services.

Feb 13 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Effect of the Games, disappointed taxi drivers. Hotels occupied at 85%

Taxi drivers in Milan express disappointment over the lack of work during the Winter Olympics, despite high hotel occupancy rates.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

How much does it cost to go to Mariana Fest? Guide to hotels, taxis, and food for the carnival in Manta

The article provides an overview of expenses for attending the Mariana Fest in Manta, Ecuador during the Carnival holiday, including hotel prices, transportation, and meal costs.

Feb 11 โ€ข 00:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Madrid wants to be the capital of drones: 'flash' flights between hospitals with blood bags, a 'drone-drome' for testing, and bases for future air taxis

Madrid is launching a plan to enhance the use of drones in logistics, emergencies, agriculture, and public services, aiming to position itself as a leader in drone technology.

Feb 10 โ€ข 23:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Proposal from municipal leader: Driverless taxi in Mullsjรถ

A municipal leader in Mullsjรถ, Sweden, proposes the introduction of fully autonomous taxis following successful vehicle technology tests in the country.

Feb 10 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Court overturns fine imposed by the SP City Hall against Uber motorcycle taxis

A Brazilian court annulled a fine imposed by the Sรฃo Paulo City Hall on Uber for transporting passengers by motorcycle, citing the fine's basis in a constitutionally questionable municipal decree.

Feb 9 โ€ข 19:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Surprising reform: These taxis are exclusively for women

A new taxi service in Finland, Wowo Club Oy, provides rides solely for women and children under 14, aiming to enhance safety and comfort for its users.

Feb 9 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Autonomous Taxis in the USA: The Car Steers, the Human Thinks

The article discusses the current state of autonomous taxi technology in the USA, highlighting the distinction between marketing hype and technological reality.

Feb 9 โ€ข 14:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Women's club - now taxis arrive that men are not allowed to board

A new taxi service in Finland, Club WOWO, caters exclusively to women and children, addressing safety concerns voiced by female passengers.

Feb 8 โ€ข 18:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The 'Muskconomy' is transforming Tesla

Tesla is halting the production of two electric car models to focus on AI robots and autonomous taxis, while also seeking to become the largest solar equipment manufacturer in the U.S.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
National & Local

Dispute Over Parent Taxis: Fines from an Engaged Citizen

In Munich, a 45-year-old man faces backlash for reporting illegal parking by parent taxis outside his children's school, drawing ire from local data protection authorities.

Feb 5 โ€ข 15:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

PHOTO This parking space in Zagreb is marked with both white and yellow lines, has a taxi and disability sign. Who parks here?

A confusing parking space in Zagreb combines faded white and yellow markings with signs for taxis and disability parking, leaving residents puzzled about its intended use.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Life & Tech

"We can operate a million data centers in space"

The article discusses advancements in AI, robotics, and future technologies, highlighting initiatives like AI in law enforcement in Hesse, Waymo's autonomous taxis testing in London, and Elon Musk's plans for AI data centers in space.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Without taxis today in Attica

The 48-hour taxi strike in Athens continues today, affecting transportation in the region.

Feb 4 โ€ข 06:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Nuri drove a psychiatric patient with a taxi โ€“ was going to bomb the hospital

A report reveals that police are often used as taxis by the region to transport psychiatric patients in Sundsvall, indicating reliance on standard taxi services for patient transportation without proper oversight.

Feb 4 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Taxis: Strike today in Athens and Thessaloniki

Taxi services remain unavailable today in Athens and Thessaloniki due to a strike by taxi drivers, who warn of a continuous strike if a proposed bill is passed.

Feb 4 โ€ข 04:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Waymo raises $16 billion to expand autonomous taxis

Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, has secured $16 billion in funding, valuing the autonomous vehicle company at $126 billion and signaling the dawn of large-scale autonomous mobility.

Feb 3 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Taxis: No white smoke from the meeting at Maximos, the strike continues

Hundreds of taxi drivers participated in a procession to Maximos Palace, where a SATA delegation met with government officials, leading to comments of a 'positive atmosphere' by SATA's president, yet declaring that protests will continue.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Thessaloniki: Illegal transport of ten Chinese with two taxis and one car

Three drivers were arrested for the illegal transport of ten Chinese nationals in two taxis and a car near the tolls in Malgaria, Thessaloniki.

Feb 3 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Driverless taxis will operate in London in September

The UK government plans to change regulations by the second half of 2026 to allow driverless taxis to operate in London, with Waymo aiming to launch a robotic taxi service as early as September this year.

Feb 3 โ€ข 07:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

No taxis in Attica today and tomorrow

Taxi owners in Attica are striking for 48 hours due to government policies, gathering for a protest march against the government's stance toward their industry.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Taxis: Two-day strike in Athens and Thessaloniki

Athens and Thessaloniki will be without taxi services today and tomorrow due to a 48-hour strike organized by the Attica Taxi Drivers' Union (SATA) on February 3 and 4.

Feb 3 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Thessaloniki: The city without taxis on Wednesday

Taxi drivers in Thessaloniki will initiate a 24-hour strike on Wednesday, February 4, starting at 6 AM, culminating in a gathering and march to the Ministry of Macedonia and Thrace.

Feb 2 โ€ข 13:13 UTC

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