Unusual snowstorm forces New York to shut down traffic, cancel schools, and suspend public services until Monday at noon New York time. The state of emergency will last five days unless lifted earlier. The storm is also expected to disrupt aviation operations
On "Clean Monday," the holiday that symbolizes the end of winter for Greeks, the 40-day countdown to Easter begins. What is the exact date, and what does this mean for tourists in terms of opening hours, public transportation, and airports?
A Beechcraft plane operated by a local company crashed in northern Colombia, during a flight from Cucuta to Oceania. All 13 passengers and two crew members died; the investigation is ongoing
Unusual shark attack on Sydney beaches: 4 people were attacked in just a few days; one of them is in critical condition. Authorities have closed dozens of beaches until further notice, asking the public to avoid entering the sea
The OMNY payment system, which will completely replace the MetroCard, will also go live on AirTrain JFK, with an emphasis on contactless payment and a clear recommendation to use public transportation
Visiting a new country can jeopardise the security of your smartphone and the precious data stored on it. From the risk of physical theft to using unprotected Wi-Fi networks, downloading shady apps to order food or rideshare services, or scanning fake restaurant or parking QRs, there's a lot to be wary of while abroad. Here is what to do before and during travel
Heathrow Airport in the UK invites the public to suggest names for more than 20 cleaning robots that patrol the terminal corridors every day. What name would you choose?
The US Embassy in Dar es Salaam issues a warning to citizens ahead of calls for nationwide protests, warning of riots, possible curfews, roadblocks, internet shutdowns, and flight and ferry cancellations
A 55-year-old passenger who disembarked from the Holland America Line ship Rotterdam for an organized shore excursion never returned. Local police are asking for the public's help in locating her
Brussels Airport announces the expected suspension of all departing flights on November 26 due to a workers' strike. Cancellations are also possible for incoming flights; the strike may impact public transportation
A warning strike by BVG employees, Berlin's primary public transport operator, has led to a 24-hour suspension of all subway (U-Bahn), tram lines, and most bus routes. The strike has caused widespread disruptions and traffic congestion throughout the capital
