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A travel feature about the Dublin Coastal Trail, a 65km rail-linked route along Dublin Bay that connects 16 seaside communities from Balbriggan to Killiney. The writer rides Irish Rail to explore cliff walks, wildlife, and local seafood, illustrating how Dublin sits on a living coast within a UNESCO Biosphere and offering a coastal counterpoint to the city’s pubs and Georgian streets.
Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces say a railway bridge on the North Crimean Canal near Rozdolne was destroyed by a drone strike, the first such hit in occupied Crimea, disrupting a key rail link used to move cargo and military supplies; passenger train services in Crimea were suspended as Ukraine’s operation targets infrastructure and broader logistics hubs.
NJ Transit suspended all rail lines around 12:30 p.m. due to fire department activity at the Rail Operations Center in Kearny, with trains later resuming but facing delays of up to an hour; the incident details are unclear and there was no immediate confirmation on any Amtrak impact.
Colorado says it has reached a tentative term sheet with BNSF to host a Denver-to-Fort Collins passenger rail, moving the Front Range project forward. The plan envisions three daily round trips with stops from Westminster to Fort Collins, funded upfront at about $333 million and about $30 million annually, using a congestion fee on rental cars, oil-and-gas production, and RTD FasTracks savings—not federal funds. The FasTracks savings account reportedly has about $190 million, which could cover cash costs; final funding still requires approvals from RTD, the governor, and several state and regional boards, with a goal to sign off by year-end and break ground next year as part of a larger Front Range line.
Former Hawaii congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa, 74, a trailblazer who was the first woman to serve as Hawaii Senate president, died Thursday. She also led the state Senate and chaired the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation, with two nonconsecutive stints in the U.S. House (2011–2015, 2016–2019). Gov. Josh Green ordered flags at half-staff through Monday in her honor, and colleagues across Hawaii and Congress praised her leadership and public service. Her long career included a near-appointment to the U.S. Senate in 2012, a 2018 gubernatorial bid, and a 2020 bid for Honolulu mayor. She is survived by her husband John Souza.
Spain’s celebrated high-speed rail system is facing a deep crisis after a deadly Andalusia crash that killed 45, followed by a series of incidents, service disruptions, and renewed scrutiny of maintenance and funding as investigators probe potential track faults and safety weaknesses amid growing public and political anxiety.
Freezing rain and icy conditions disrupt travel across central and eastern Europe, forcing flight diversions and airport restrictions in Vienna and Prague, with Budapest experiencing halted arrivals/departures. Rail and tram services face cancellations or delays, some trains and routes replaced by buses, and authorities warn of further disruptions as winter weather persists; travelers should check updates before setting off.
Rail services near Doncaster were severely disrupted on New Year's Eve due to the theft of 200 meters of signalling cables, causing cancellations and delays across multiple routes, with ongoing repairs and safety concerns highlighted by authorities.
A proposed $200 billion US rail merger faces potential hurdles despite its scale, highlighting challenges in the transportation sector and regulatory environment.
The Biden administration is unveiling major rail investments in the United States, including the country's first high-speed train between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, with the aim of doubling passenger numbers on America's railways by 2040. The $66 billion allocated for passenger trains is the largest sum since the formation of Amtrak in 1971. The funding will support the creation of new rail lines, extension of existing ones, renovation of stations, and the introduction of faster and more comfortable trains. The goal is to transform the outdated and limited rail network into a modern and efficient system.
Brightline, a private rail company, has launched its train service from Miami to Orlando, completing a $6 billion investment in Florida. The 235-mile, 3.5-hour ride marks the first privately owned passenger operator to connect two major U.S. metropolitan areas in decades. Brightline plans to expand further with a $12 billion high-speed railway project from Las Vegas to Southern California. The company aims to have trains traveling at 186 mph on American tracks by 2028. The new line promises faster trip times and modern amenities, attracting both locals and tourists. With the expansion to Orlando, Brightline projects carrying 8 million people annually.
Iraq has launched a $17 billion project to link the Grand Faw Port on its southern coast to the border with Turkey, aiming to transform the country's economy and rival the Suez Canal. The Development Road will include rail and road links, high-speed trains, and an energy component that could include oil and gas pipelines. The project was announced at a conference aimed at courting Arab interest, including from Arab Gulf states, Syria, and Jordan. If work starts early next year, the project would be completed in 2029.