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Madrid Power Outage Causes Widespread Disruptions

A massive power outage in Madrid at 12:30 pm on Monday caused widespread disruptions, including trapped elevator passengers, metro station evacuations, and price gouging by ride-sharing services; however, Cabify quickly implemented a standard fare to mitigate the surge pricing.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
theguardian.com
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Australian Rail Tech Prevents Global Disruptions

The Institute of Railway Technology at Monash University, using sensor technology installed on train carriages, helps public transport and mining operators globally prevent costly delays and disruptions by proactively detecting and addressing potential issues before they cause major problems; this c...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
lefigaro.fr
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Grand Paris Express Line 15 South Delayed Until Late 2026

The Grand Paris Express Line 15 South, initially planned for late 2024, is now delayed until the last quarter of 2026 due to complex testing phases. The Villiers - Champigny - Bry station serves as a pilot project for the line's operations, currently undergoing rigorous testing of integrated systems...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
smh.com.au
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Sydney Airport Motorway Cost Blows Out by Another \$152 Million

The cost of Sydney's M12 motorway to the new Western Sydney International Airport has increased by \$152 million, bringing the total to \$2.1 billion, due to rising construction and design costs; however, authorities maintain it remains on budget.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
faz.net
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Düsseldorfer Straße Reconstruction to Impact Frankfurt Traffic

Frankfurt will reconstruct Düsseldorfer Straße over four years, adding a tram track and eliminating through-traffic from the main train station to Platz der Republik, impacting car routes and necessitating detours via Karlstraße to Mainzer Landstraße due to increased tram capacity.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
bbc.com
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Eryri National Park Implements Pre-Booking Parking System to Combat Congestion

To combat traffic congestion and improve visitor safety, Eryri National Park has implemented a pre-booking parking system at Pen y Pass for £20, running from Easter to November, alongside stricter enforcement and improved bus services, significantly reducing past problems where emergency vehicle acc...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
theguardian.com
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NYC Subway Gets New Map: A Geometric Redesign Prioritizing Navigation

The New York City Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) unveiled a new subway map on April 2nd, 2024, replacing the 1979 version with a more geometric design prioritizing line clarity over geographical accuracy, inspired by Massimo Vignelli's 1972 map, aiming to improve navigation and rider experienc...

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40% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
welt.de
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German Police Union Demands Nationwide Weapon Ban in Public Transport

The German Police Union (GdP) demands a nationwide ban on weapons in train stations, trains, and buses due to inconsistent state regulations and safety concerns; while some states implement bans, others delegate the decision locally, highlighting the need for a unified approach.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
elmundo.es
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Spain Cuts Funding for Andalusian Youth Transport Over Funding Dispute

The Spanish government withdrew funding for free public transport for young Andalusians due to the regional government's failure to acknowledge state funding, prompting legal threats from Andalusia.

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Reduced Inequality
napoli.repubblica.it
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Naples Successfully Manages Initial Wave of Easter Tourists"

Naples successfully managed a large tourist influx during Palm Sunday weekend, testing its city services in preparation for an expected one million visitors during upcoming holidays, demonstrating the effectiveness of a dedicated task force established three years ago.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
welt.de
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Germany-Ticket Price Hikes Possible Before 2029

The German coalition agreement allows for potential Germany-ticket price increases before 2029, despite stating that it will continue past 2025 with a gradual increase in user financing starting in 2029; funding for rail improvements faces a shortfall due to a redirection of Lkw-Maut funds; and the ...

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Affordable and Clean Energy
smh.com.au
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Sydney Metro M1 Line Faces Overcrowding Seven Months After Extension

Sydney's M1 metro line, seven months after its extension, sees trains departing Crows Nest station at over 80 percent capacity during weekday morning peak hours (8am-9am), highlighting the need for increased train frequency or capacity to alleviate crowding.

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