New York lawmaker sworn in at subway station
New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani takes his oath of office at a Queens subway station, pledging to fight for working-class New Yorkers. Read about this symbolic act of political commitment.
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New York Politician Sworn In at Subway Station
New York Assembly member Zohran Mamdani takes his oath of office at a subway station, pledging to champion public transit and workers' rights. Read about this symbolic act of solidarity.
NYC MetroCard Era Ends as OMNY Contactless Takes Over
The New York City subway has fully retired the iconic MetroCard, switching to the OMNY tap-and-go payment system. Discover the history and what it means for commuters.
New Banksy artwork appears in London before Christmas
A new piece of street art believed to be by Banksy has emerged near Tottenham Court Road. Discover the details and its potential political message. Read more.
Suspected Banksy artwork appears in central London
A new piece of street art believed to be by Banksy has emerged at the foot of a London skyscraper. Discover the details and its potential political message. Read more.
Queen Victoria statue vandalised in Sheffield park
A statue of Queen Victoria in Sheffield's Endcliffe Park has been splattered with red paint and the words 'END THE HUNGER'. The vandalism appears linked to six Palestine Action activists on hunger strike.
Nine injured in Taipei subway station knife and smoke attack
A violent rampage near Taipei's main subway station left at least nine wounded, with the suspect later dying. Authorities boost security as UK recalls recent train stabbing.
Glasgow Subway to Get Driverless Trains in 2026
Glasgow's subway system is set for a historic upgrade, with driverless trains expected to launch in late 2026. Discover how this UK-first project will transform the city's transport.
Rome opens Colosseum subway station after 20-year wait
Rome has finally opened its long-awaited Metro C line station beneath the Colosseum, showcasing unearthed Roman artefacts. Discover how this engineering feat blends ancient history with modern transport.
Grandmother, 71, charged over anti-Israel graffiti tags
A retired acupuncturist in Sydney's east faces six counts of property damage after a covert neighbourhood sting. She breaks her silence on the political messages. Read the full story.
Gen Z Ditches Gravy for Curry Sauce & Mayo at Christmas
A new survey reveals Gen Z is breaking festive food traditions, with over half using mayo and ketchup instead of gravy. Discover the saucy scandal reshaping the British Christmas dinner.
Subway slasher caught after shelter damage spree
Tyquan Manassa arrested for slashing two strangers on Queens subway platform. The suspect was identified after causing $1000 damage at homeless shelter. Read the full details.
First-ever aroma ad transforms NYC subway station smells
New York's Grand Central station introduces festive vanilla and pine scents in groundbreaking aroma advertising campaign. Discover how Bath & Body Works is transforming commuter experiences.
Woman set on fire in Chicago subway attack
A 26-year-old woman is in critical condition after a man poured liquid on her and set her on fire during an argument on a Chicago CTA Blue Line train. The suspect remains at large.
NYPD hunts suspect in anti-Christian church vandalism
NYPD seeks a suspect draped in an LGBTQ pride flag for vandalising three Queens churches with 'anti-gay cult' graffiti. Police are investigating the incidents as hate crimes. Call Crime Stoppers with information.
LA's £1B abandoned skyscraper becomes graffiti canvas
The stalled Oceanwide Plaza development in Los Angeles has been transformed into an illegal urban art gallery, with graffiti artists scaling the billion-dollar complex in a spectacular display of defiance.
Subway sandwich dispute leads to assault trial
A Massachusetts man stands trial for allegedly assaulting a Subway employee during an argument over sandwich preparation, in a case highlighting tensions in service industry workplaces.
Huntingdon train station threat sparks major police investigation
Cambridgeshire Police launch urgent investigation after terrifying graffiti threat appears at Huntingdon railway station, prompting increased security patrols and community alarm.
NYC Mayor's secret subway ride reveals transit crisis
Eric Adams goes undercover on NYC subway to witness firsthand the dangerous conditions commuters face daily - from drug use to mental health crises plaguing the underground system.
New York Submerged: Record Floods Bring City to Standstill
Torrential rainfall triggers catastrophic flooding across New York, submerging subway stations and forcing dramatic rescues as emergency services battle unprecedented conditions.
Christopher Mullan: Street Art Pioneer Dies at 46
Discover the remarkable life of Christopher Mullan, the visionary Belfast-born artist who transformed urban landscapes and mentored a generation of street artists before his tragic passing at 46.
Paris Holocaust Memorial Defaced with Pro-Russian Graffiti
The Wall of the Righteous in Paris, commemorating those who saved Jews during WWII, has been vandalised with pro-Russian symbols and numbers referencing Ukraine's Azov Regiment, sparking international condemnation.
Michael Jordan's NYC Mural Vandalised in SoHo
The legendary Chicago Bulls mural in Manhattan's SoHo district, celebrating basketball icon Michael Jordan, has been defaced with red spray paint, sparking outrage among fans and locals.
Senegal removes French graffiti in cultural shift
Senegal embarks on a nationwide campaign to remove French-language graffiti, replacing colonial-era messaging with local languages in a powerful statement of cultural reclamation.
New York man charged with murder in subway stabbing death
William 'Billy' Rodriguez has been charged with murder following a deadly confrontation at a Manhattan subway station that left a man dead from multiple stab wounds.
Mother arrested for abandoning newborn on NYC subway
A shocking case unfolds in New York City as Assa Diawara faces charges for reportedly leaving her newborn baby at a subway station. The 22-year-old mother was arrested after the infant was discovered alone on the platform.
Mother rescues son from trapped elevator at Penn Station
A Queens mother's quick thinking saved her young son after he became trapped in a malfunctioning elevator at Manhattan's Penn Station, sparking safety concerns.
Tom Hanks spotted maskless on NYC subway
Hollywood icon Tom Hanks was photographed without a mask on the New York City subway, sparking fresh discussions about celebrity behaviour and public health measures in post-pandemic America.
Canterbury Cathedral vandalised with political graffiti
Historic Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been vandalised with spray-painted messages targeting billionaire Elon Musk and US Senator JD Vance, sparking police investigation and conservation concerns.
NYC subway hostage crisis ends in police shooting
A terrifying hostage situation unfolded on a Queens-bound 7 train in New York City, culminating in a police-involved shooting and dramatic rescue operation at Times Square station.
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