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Transportation

U.S. fines American Airlines for dozens of long tarmac delays

U.S. fines American Airlines for dozens of long tarmac delays

The U.S. Department of Transportation said Monday it is the largest such fine against an airline since rules covering long ground delays took effect about a decade ago.
by The Associated Press

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Armed with traffic cones, protesters are immobilizing driverless cars

Armed with traffic cones, protesters are immobilizing driverless cars

Self-driving cars have flooded San Francisco's streets, and not everyone is happy. Street activists have been using a low-tech solution to incapacitate the vehicles.
by Dara Kerr

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Metro Transit sees momentum as it tests its home grown ride-hailing app

Metro Transit sees momentum as it tests its home grown ride-hailing app

While Uber and Lyft remain the giants of corporate ride-hailing, Metro Transit officials say their app, micro, fills an important need with the potential to expand beyond north Minneapolis.
by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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What is 'skiplagging' and why do the airlines hate when you do it?

What is 'skiplagging' and why do the airlines hate when you do it?

A lawsuit brought by American Airlines against the ticketing site Skiplagged.com is bringing renewed attention to a controversial travel hack that some people have tried in an effort to save money.
by Scott Neuman

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Planning a long-haul flight? Here's how to outsmart jet lag

Planning a long-haul flight? Here's how to outsmart jet lag

Wondering how to prepare for sleep disruption? Should you take melatonin or other sleep aids? Here's answers from researchers and seasoned travelers — including NPR's international correspondents.
by Andrea Muraskin

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Aer Lingus set to resume nonstop service between Twin Cities, Dublin

Aer Lingus set to resume nonstop service between Twin Cities, Dublin

Aer Lingus is planning to resume nonstop flights between the Twin Cities and Dublin in April. The Irish airline’s service to Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport had been suspended at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
by Tim Nelson

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MnDOT drops plan for controversial Duluth roundabout

MnDOT drops plan for controversial Duluth roundabout

The Minnesota Department of Transportation has dropped plans for a controversial roundabout in Duluth on London Road near the shore of Lake Superior, following months of outcry from local residents.
by Dan Kraker

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Lyft, Uber say they'll stop rideshares if Minneapolis passes ordinance

Lyft, Uber say they'll stop rideshares if Minneapolis passes ordinance

Rideshare companies Lyft and Uber are threatening to pull service out of Minneapolis if the city passes an ordinance Thursday that gives drivers more protections and higher pay.
by Jon Collins

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