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Former ABC broadcaster Margaret Throsby, 84, is recovering in hospital after being hit by an electric "fat bike" in the Illawarra, south of Sydney. She sustained a broken hip, thumb, and head injuries requiring surgery.
Reports of violent incidents and harassment on Britain's rail services increased substantially last year, with assaults rising 36% to the highest level since 2004.
Three new bus services will serve Tengah, Choa Chu Kang and Woodlands, with shuttle buses operating along the Jurong Region Line (JRL) as a temporary measure.
Chiltern Railways, a 30-year-old private company, has been brought into public ownership as part of the Great British Railways program.
Armenia's Ambassador to Tehran, Grigor Hakobyan, emphasized expanding railway and trade cooperation with Iran, aiming to link their rail networks for mutual economic benefits.
New guidelines in Singapore recommend dedicated parking and collection points for delivery riders at condos and malls. While riders welcome these changes, experts foresee varied implementation due to space, cost, and resident concerns.
Melbourne's "Tramaroos" team finished second last at the 2026 European TramDriver Championship in Warsaw, despite their city having one of the world's largest tram networks.
Chiltern Railways, a commuter rail operator, has become the sixth to enter public ownership under Labour's nationalisation push.
Air traffic control failure led to widespread travel disruption, affecting over 2,000 flights and impacting hundreds of thousands of passengers. Nats chief apologizes but emphasizes safety remains paramount.
Despite extreme danger, destroyed roads, and meager earnings, hundreds of bicycle couriers continue to deliver goods across Gaza, filling a critical gap left by fuel shortages and infrastructure damage.
Illegal ebikes are causing problems in London. 3,393 dangerously parked or abandoned ebikes were seized in the city this year.
From Sept 15, heavy vehicle owners in Singapore can park overnight at private and non-residential premises with the owner's consent, lodging proof via OneMotoring for up to two years at no fee.
Tragic motorcycle crash in Victoria leads to renewed debate on deteriorating roads.
Saudi Arabia has allowed taxis to transport passengers directly to Bahrain under new regulations, improving regional transportation and economic ties.
Thinktank urges ministers to tax self-driving cars to offset job losses for taxi and private hire drivers.
Alstom will build the UK's first battery-electric trains for long-distance routes, creating over 350 jobs at its Derby factory and supporting thousands more in the supply chain.
Transport workers endorse Gov Lawal for second term for his massive infrastructure dev’t
The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has endorsed Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State for a second term, citing his significant contributions to infrastructure development and the transport sector. This endorsement was accompanied by an Award of Excellen…
KP Approves Free BRT Rides for Senior Citizens Under Ehsaas Buzurg Card
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government to provide free BRT rides for senior citizens aged 60 and above under a new Ehsaas Buzurg Card. The provincial government will bear the full cost of the scheme, estimated at approximately Rs935 million annually.
Hong Kong's MTR reported a suspected mass fare evasion incident to police after a viral video showed over 30 people tailgating through turnstiles at Tsim Sha Tsui station without paying, prompting the operator to condemn the act and vow increased patrols.
China is proposing an amendment to its national traffic law to address autonomous driving, distinguishing between autonomous vehicles and driver-assistance functions and allocating responsibility in case of traffic violations.
A Qantas flight from Queenstown to Sydney was rerouted to Christchurch after passengers reported seeing flames and hearing bangs from an engine. The Boeing 737 landed safely, and the airline is investigating the suspected engine issue.
A fire near Paddington station caused major disruptions to London's rail network, including cancellations of Heathrow airport services and severe delays on other lines.
Woodlands North station completed, facilitating easier travel to Johor Bahru via RTS Link in 2027.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has drafted a comprehensive transport policy 2026, marking the province's first comprehensive transport policy. The policy will be implemented after approval by the provincial cabinet.
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge (HZMB) saw record vehicle flow last year, with a lawmaker attributing its popularity to the suspension of Sky Shuttle helicopter services and a drop in ferry usage.
A 38-year-old private hire vehicle (PHV) driver died after a car crash along Joo Chiat Road in Singapore. He was found unconscious in his driver's seat and CPR was performed by a passerby before paramedics arrived.
Sindh's Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon reviewed plans to expand public transport, including the Peoples Bus Service to new routes, double-decker buses, EV taxis, and Pink Scooties for women.
After Twelve Years of Presence, Uber Leaves Nigeria and Uganda
Uber has announced its immediate withdrawal from Nigeria and Uganda after 12 years, citing a "thorough review of its activities" amid a global restructuring and significant market share loss to competitors.
SMRT inspects tunnel doors after metal layer fell on track in 2025 incident, reinforcing doors with structural issues and planning renewals with LTA.
Sheffield City Council approved a 29-week pilot scheme for free bus and tram travel for children and young people aged 5 to 18. The trial will cost £7.6m and run from February 2027. Council leader Fran Belbin emphasized the importance of reducing the cost of transportatio…