German Border Controls Cause Traffic Surge, Exacerbating Safety Concerns on N35
The reintroduction of German border controls has caused a 20-25% surge in trucks on the N35 near Enschede, adding 2000 per week, exacerbating safety concerns on this already dangerous road with 34 accidents (some fatal) in 5km over 5 years. The Dutch government previously rejected funding for safety...
German Border Controls Cause Traffic Surge, Exacerbating Safety Concerns on N35
The reintroduction of German border controls has caused a 20-25% surge in trucks on the N35 near Enschede, adding 2000 per week, exacerbating safety concerns on this already dangerous road with 34 accidents (some fatal) in 5km over 5 years. The Dutch government previously rejected funding for safety...
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36% Bias Score
"Madrid Bans Pre-2006 Vehicles, Offers Exceptions for Residents and Specific Circumstances"
"Beginning January 1, 2025, vehicles lacking a DGT environmental label are banned from Madrid, except for those registered in the city; exceptions exist for medical transport and some self-employed individuals, requiring registration."
"Madrid Bans Pre-2006 Vehicles, Offers Exceptions for Residents and Specific Circumstances"
"Beginning January 1, 2025, vehicles lacking a DGT environmental label are banned from Madrid, except for those registered in the city; exceptions exist for medical transport and some self-employed individuals, requiring registration."
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36% Bias Score
Huangmaohai Link Opens, Boosting Greater Bay Area Connectivity
The Huangmaohai Link, a 31-kilometer cross-sea passage connecting Zhuhai and Jiangmen in Guangdong's Greater Bay Area, commenced trial operations on Wednesday, reducing travel time significantly and boosting regional connectivity and economic integration.
Huangmaohai Link Opens, Boosting Greater Bay Area Connectivity
The Huangmaohai Link, a 31-kilometer cross-sea passage connecting Zhuhai and Jiangmen in Guangdong's Greater Bay Area, commenced trial operations on Wednesday, reducing travel time significantly and boosting regional connectivity and economic integration.
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60% Bias Score
Korean Air Completes Asiana Acquisition, Forming Global Mega-Carrier
Korean Air completed its acquisition of Asiana Airlines on December 11, 2024, creating a mega-carrier expected to rank 10th globally, after securing approval from 13 countries and addressing US competition concerns via code-sharing partnerships. This merger faces integration challenges and potential...
Korean Air Completes Asiana Acquisition, Forming Global Mega-Carrier
Korean Air completed its acquisition of Asiana Airlines on December 11, 2024, creating a mega-carrier expected to rank 10th globally, after securing approval from 13 countries and addressing US competition concerns via code-sharing partnerships. This merger faces integration challenges and potential...
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32% Bias Score
"Stonehaven Derailment Inquiry to Begin January 29th"
"A preliminary hearing for a fatal accident inquiry into the Stonehaven train derailment, which killed three people in August 2020 after a landslide caused a derailment, will be held on January 29th. Network Rail admitted to safety failings and was fined £6.7 million."
"Stonehaven Derailment Inquiry to Begin January 29th"
"A preliminary hearing for a fatal accident inquiry into the Stonehaven train derailment, which killed three people in August 2020 after a landslide caused a derailment, will be held on January 29th. Network Rail admitted to safety failings and was fined £6.7 million."
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16% Bias Score
JAL Launches Baggage Delivery Service to Ease Tokyo Transit Congestion
Japan Airlines started a same-day luggage delivery service from Haneda Airport to 14 Tokyo wards for $30 per bag, aiming to reduce strain on public transport amid record tourism.
JAL Launches Baggage Delivery Service to Ease Tokyo Transit Congestion
Japan Airlines started a same-day luggage delivery service from Haneda Airport to 14 Tokyo wards for $30 per bag, aiming to reduce strain on public transport amid record tourism.
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32% Bias Score
DB's New Timetable: Expanded International Service, Stricter Cancellation Policies
Deutsche Bahn's new timetable, effective December 15th, includes expanded international routes (daily Berlin-Paris and Munich-Amsterdam ICEs), increased domestic Frankfurt-Berlin ICE services, and stricter Flexpreis ticket cancellation policies with fees starting seven days prior to travel; BahnCard...
DB's New Timetable: Expanded International Service, Stricter Cancellation Policies
Deutsche Bahn's new timetable, effective December 15th, includes expanded international routes (daily Berlin-Paris and Munich-Amsterdam ICEs), increased domestic Frankfurt-Berlin ICE services, and stricter Flexpreis ticket cancellation policies with fees starting seven days prior to travel; BahnCard...
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40% Bias Score
Deutsche Bahn subsidiary takes over Saxony-Anhalt's diesel network
Starting this Sunday, Deutsche Bahn's subsidiary Start takes over Saxony-Anhalt's diesel network from Abellio, transferring most staff and trains, adding one route, and removing another, with a phased rebranding planned.
Deutsche Bahn subsidiary takes over Saxony-Anhalt's diesel network
Starting this Sunday, Deutsche Bahn's subsidiary Start takes over Saxony-Anhalt's diesel network from Abellio, transferring most staff and trains, adding one route, and removing another, with a phased rebranding planned.
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0% Bias Score
Huangmaohai Link Commences Trial Operation, Boosting GBA Connectivity
The Huangmaohai Link, a 31-kilometer cross-sea passage in Guangdong's Greater Bay Area, started trial operation on Wednesday, reducing travel time between Zhuhai and Jiangmen to 30 minutes and improving regional connectivity.
Huangmaohai Link Commences Trial Operation, Boosting GBA Connectivity
The Huangmaohai Link, a 31-kilometer cross-sea passage in Guangdong's Greater Bay Area, started trial operation on Wednesday, reducing travel time between Zhuhai and Jiangmen to 30 minutes and improving regional connectivity.
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52% Bias Score
NS Improves Train Service Despite Poor European Ranking
NS implemented its largest timetable change in years, adding 1600 weekly trains, improving frequency on popular routes, but a recent report ranks NS poorly against European counterparts on price, passenger experience and affordable fares.
NS Improves Train Service Despite Poor European Ranking
NS implemented its largest timetable change in years, adding 1600 weekly trains, improving frequency on popular routes, but a recent report ranks NS poorly against European counterparts on price, passenger experience and affordable fares.
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40% Bias Score
El Al's US Flight Monopoly Persists Despite Delta's Planned Return
El Al maintains a monopoly on direct flights between Israel and the US, controlling 11% of Ben-Gurion Airport's US passenger traffic in November; despite Delta planning to resume flights in April 2025, regulatory hurdles and high Delta fares hinder competition and keep prices elevated.
El Al's US Flight Monopoly Persists Despite Delta's Planned Return
El Al maintains a monopoly on direct flights between Israel and the US, controlling 11% of Ben-Gurion Airport's US passenger traffic in November; despite Delta planning to resume flights in April 2025, regulatory hurdles and high Delta fares hinder competition and keep prices elevated.
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32% Bias Score
Genoa Airport to Re-Launch Privatization in 2025
Genoa Airport, recovering from a €3 million deficit, will relaunch privatization efforts in 2025, guided by a new advisor selected in January. Five entities have expressed initial interest, and the process aims to transfer operational management to a private partner, leveraging recent €100 million i...
Genoa Airport to Re-Launch Privatization in 2025
Genoa Airport, recovering from a €3 million deficit, will relaunch privatization efforts in 2025, guided by a new advisor selected in January. Five entities have expressed initial interest, and the process aims to transfer operational management to a private partner, leveraging recent €100 million i...
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44% Bias Score