Tag #Transport

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American Airlines Flight Diverted to Rome After Security Concern

American Airlines flight 292, traveling from New York to New Delhi, diverted to Rome on Sunday due to a security concern later deemed non-credible, resulting in passenger delays and heightened security screenings.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Transatlantic Tunnel Faces $19 Trillion Price Tag and Immense Engineering Hurdles

A proposed Elon Musk-backed Transatlantic Tunnel aims to connect London and New York in 54 minutes using maglev trains and vacuum tubes, but faces a $19 trillion price tag and significant engineering challenges, particularly from the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Amsterdam Tests Park & Switch to Ease Emission-Free Zone Impact on Businesses

Amsterdam launched a pilot program, Park & Switch, offering businesses emission-free vehicle alternatives (e-scooters, cargo bikes) at 35 euros/day, subsidized by a 3000 euro grant to comply with emission-free zones; while some welcome it, others find it costly and impractical.

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Climate Action
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Italian Fighter Jets Escort American Airlines Flight After Bomb Threat

American Airlines flight 292, traveling from JFK to New Delhi, was escorted by Italian fighter jets to Rome after a non-credible bomb threat received by email; passengers will depart for New Delhi on Monday.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Germany Reforms Flag State Administration to Boost Maritime Competitiveness

Germany is reforming its flag state administration to attract more ships under its flag, aiming to improve its international competitiveness and reduce the currently high percentage (85 percent) of German-owned vessels flying foreign flags due to cost factors.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
china.org.cn
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China-Laos-Thailand Railway: Boosting Connectivity, But Challenges Remain

The China-Laos-Thailand railway, with its completed Kunming-Vientiane section, is boosting regional connectivity and economic growth, though challenges like noise pollution and labor shortages persist; Thailand's construction aims for 2030 completion, with a new logistics hub planned in Nong Khai.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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German Airport Strikes Cause Widespread Flight Cancellations

A one-day warning strike by the ver.di union on February 24th, 2024, caused significant flight cancellations at Cologne Bonn (106 of 168 flights) and Düsseldorf airports (at least 30% of 334 flights) in Germany due to a pay dispute; further strikes are planned.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Fishing Ban Enacted Near Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

To improve navigation safety and protect the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, a fishing ban within 5 kilometers of the bridge will be enforced starting March 1st in Guangdong, affecting Zhuhai's growing sea fishing industry and requiring vessels to meet new safety standards.

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Life Below Water
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Canada Selects Consortium for $60-90 Billion High-Speed Rail Project

The Canadian government chose a consortium including CDPQ Infra, AtkinsRéalis, and Air Canada to design a high-speed rail line from Quebec City to Toronto, estimated at $60-$90 billion, with trains reaching 300 km/h; a five-year planning phase is underway.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Lower Speed Limits Significantly Improve Residential Street Safety

Reducing residential speed limits to 40 km/h or less significantly improves pedestrian safety, as shown by studies in Edmonton (25% fewer collisions, 31% fewer pedestrian injuries and fatalities) and Toronto (28% and 67% reductions, respectively), although optimal speed depends on road design and en...

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Good Health and Well-being
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Milan Public Transport Petition Demands 30% Discount Amid Service Cuts

In Milan, Italy, a citizen petition demands a 30% discount on public transport subscriptions due to a significant service reduction in 2023-2024, supported by independent studies showing a 15-20% decrease in routes since 2016, leading to widespread delays and user complaints.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Global Rail Expansion: Increased Capacity, Senior-Friendly Trains, and Luxury Travel

International train travel is expanding with projects like London St. Pancras increasing capacity to 5,000 passengers per hour, China launching senior-friendly trains, and Saudi Arabia unveiling a luxury train in 2026. These initiatives aim to improve travel experiences, accessibility, and economic ...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

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