The New York Times – Travel:
The charging network is spotty, but it’s a small country.
Category: Infrastructure (Public Works)
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Riding Amtrak’s New Acela Train: Sleeker, Comfier and a Tiny Bit Faster
The New York Times – Travel:
The NextGen high-speed trains feel more like those in China, Japan or France. But topping out at 160 m.p.h., they’re still relatively slow.
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Are Floating Cities the Solution to Rising Seas?
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Is living on the water our future? Floating developments, including a project in progress in South Korea, suggest that it’s more than a pipe dream.
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In Europe, a Rail Renaissance is Underway
The New York Times – Travel:
Amid concerns about climate change, demand for rail service is strong, and both governments and private investors are trying to keep up. Even Eurostar may see competition on its London-Paris route.
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In Remote Work Era, Hotel Operators Make a Bet on Longer Stays
The New York Times – Travel:
Extended-stay hotels, which are cheaper to build and operate than their full-service counterparts, are also appealing to work crews on road, green energy and other infrastructure projects.
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Why Hasn’t The British Open Ever Been Played in Wales?
The New York Times – Sports:
The Open is being played for the 151st time, this time at Royal Liverpool in England. It has never once been to Wales.
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FAA Outage Highlights Fragility of the Aviation System
The New York Times – Travel:
The Federal Aviation Administration halted flights Wednesday morning after a system to alert pilots to safety issues went down, just two weeks after a major Southwest Airlines meltdown.
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Will Qatar Be Ready for the World Cup?
The New York Times – Sports:
As sports fans prepare to flood the tiny Gulf nation, cranes and loaders are still running hard — as is criticism of Qatar’s human rights record and exploitation of workers.