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Stockholm's Tourism Reputation Damaged by Taxi Scams
Businesssvenska-dagbladet10d ago

Stockholm's Tourism Reputation Damaged by Taxi Scams

Stockholm's ambition to be Europe's most attractive tourist destination is undermined by dishonest taxi drivers who reportedly scam 1,000 visitors daily, harming the city's reputation and the entire tourism industry.

Philippine DOTr Orders Halt on New TNVS, Motortaxi Drivers
Worldinquirer1mo ago

Philippine DOTr Orders Halt on New TNVS, Motortaxi Drivers

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has issued an order to stop the onboarding of new transport network vehicle service (TNVS) drivers and motorcycle taxi riders. This move aims to regulate the supply of drivers in the public transportation sector.

New York Deploys AI to Combat Illegal Taxi Drivers at Airports
Businessrzeczpospolita2mo ago

New York Deploys AI to Combat Illegal Taxi Drivers at Airports

New York City is utilizing artificial intelligence, including camera systems and data analysis, to crack down on illegal taxi drivers operating at airports, a problem previously faced by cities like Warsaw. The system scans license plates to identify suspects, though it faces growing opposition.

Greek Taxi Drivers Launch 24-Hour Nationwide Strike
Politicsiefimerida3mo ago

Greek Taxi Drivers Launch 24-Hour Nationwide Strike

Taxi drivers across Greece have initiated a new 24-hour nationwide strike, protesting a proposed bill from the Ministry of Transport that they claim threatens the viability of their profession and undermines the role of taxis as public transport.

Politicsekathimerini3mo ago

Athens Taxi Drivers Announce Strike

Taxi drivers in Athens have announced a strike that is scheduled to take place between Tuesday and Friday, potentially disrupting transport services in the city.

Taxi drivers announce indefinite strike in Greece
Worldnaftemporikiavgi3mo ago2 sources

Taxi drivers announce indefinite strike in Greece

The president of SATA (Athens Taxi Drivers Association), Thimios Lymperopoulos, announced an indefinite strike starting tomorrow, warning of major struggles, especially during the tourist season.

Mexico City Airport Taxi Drivers Announce Blockade
BusinessMexico News3mo ago

Mexico City Airport Taxi Drivers Announce Blockade

Taxi drivers in Mexico City have announced a blockade of access roads to Terminals 1 and 2 of the Mexico City International Airport (AICM) to protest government support for ride-hailing apps operating at the airport.

Cyprus Taxi Drivers Strike Over Sector Issues
Politicsin-cyprus3mo ago

Cyprus Taxi Drivers Strike Over Sector Issues

Taxi drivers in Cyprus launched a strike, gathering at the GSP stadium in Nicosia, to protest ongoing issues in their sector that they claim are leading to financial ruin and to demand action from authorities.

Urban taxi drivers threaten indefinite strike from Tuesday
Worldcyprus-mail3mo ago

Urban taxi drivers threaten indefinite strike from Tuesday

Urban taxi drivers warned on Monday they would start an indefinite strike on Tuesday if problems leading to the sector’s “total destruction” were not immediately addressed. In a letter to state authorities dated March 4, the drivers’ said their “tolerance, patience and good faith have been exhausted”. The letter was sent to the ministers of […]

More than 40,000 Hong Kong cabbies register to accept Octopus payment
BusinessSCMP3mo ago

More than 40,000 Hong Kong cabbies register to accept Octopus payment

More than 40,000 Hong Kong taxi drivers have registered to accept Octopus payment, ahead of an electronic payment mandate that will take effect next month, with a sector representative urging authorities to exercise discretion during the initial phase of the roll-out. On April 1, all cabbies will be required to offer at least two electronic payment options to passengers as part of a broader plan to enhance the quality and image of taxi services. Hong Kong has about 46,000 active taxi drivers,...

Congo Motorcycle Taxi Drivers Rally for Ebola Awareness
WorldYahooactualite-cd18d ago2 sources

Congo Motorcycle Taxi Drivers Rally for Ebola Awareness

Motorcycle taxi drivers in Congo have rallied to raise awareness about Ebola, as ongoing attacks continue to hinder the response efforts. Their actions aim to support the fight against the deadly virus.

Italian Taxi Drivers' Income Shows Slow Growth
Financeil-sole-24-ore1mo ago

Italian Taxi Drivers' Income Shows Slow Growth

Italian taxi drivers' declared incomes average around 19,000 euros, with slow growth of approximately 88 euros per month over a year. This data reflects a stagnant financial situation for the sector.

Podgorica Taxi Drivers Suspected of Migrant Smuggling
Worldvijesti-me1mo ago

Podgorica Taxi Drivers Suspected of Migrant Smuggling

Taxi drivers in Podgorica are under suspicion for allegedly smuggling migrants, with the state prosecutor in the Basic State Prosecutor's Office in Podgorica ordering criminal charges to be filed against the individuals involved.

Casablanca Police Arrest Two Taxi Drivers for Murder
Worldvijesti-mecdm-memorocco-world-news1mo ago3 sources

Casablanca Police Arrest Two Taxi Drivers for Murder

Police in Casablanca have arrested two taxi drivers in connection with a murder investigation. The arrests were made as part of ongoing efforts to address serious crime in the city.

Nationwide Taxi Strike Announced in Greece
Politicsiefimeridanewsbeast3mo ago2 sources

Nationwide Taxi Strike Announced in Greece

Taxi drivers in Greece have announced a nationwide 24-hour strike for tomorrow, Monday, in protest against a new bill from the Ministry of Transport, expressing opposition to articles they believe devalue their profession.

Nationwide Taxi Strike Continues in Greece Over New Transport Bill
Politicsiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+2avgiprotothema-en3mo ago5 sources

Nationwide Taxi Strike Continues in Greece Over New Transport Bill

Taxi drivers in Greece are continuing their nationwide strike on Wednesday, protesting a new bill from the Ministry of Transport. The sector saw widespread participation on the first day of the strike and vows to remain on the streets as long as the bill is debated in Parliament.

Dust, potholes and danger: Awoshie Last Stop–Gbawe road worsens
Worldmyjoyonline3mo ago

Dust, potholes and danger: Awoshie Last Stop–Gbawe road worsens

The road connecting Awoshie Last Stop to Gbawe Cp Last Stop in Accra has deteriorated over time, making movement difficult for motorists and pedestrians who use the route daily. The stretch is an important transport link within the Ga South Municipality, particularly for commercial taxi drivers who operate within these two communities.

Four in ten taxi drivers in Cyprus are not Cypriot, minister reveals
Politicsin-cyprus3mo ago

Four in ten taxi drivers in Cyprus are not Cypriot, minister reveals

Four in every ten taxi licences issued in Cyprus in 2025 went to non-Cypriot nationals, Transport Minister Alexis Vafeades has revealed, with drivers holding licences from 21 different countries. The figures were provided in response to a parliamentary question from MP Alexandra Attalidou. Of the 681 taxi licences issued in 2025, 408 went to Cypriots. […]

Politicskeep-talking-greece4mo ago

Taxi drivers in Greece on strike: 3 days in Athens & Attica, 2 days across the country

Taxi drivers in Attica and throughout the Greece are proceeding with new strikes escalating their protest and demanding the satisfaction of a series of their demands. Taxi drivers in Athens and Attica will be on a 3-day strike from Tuesday until Thursday, February 17-19. Usually these strikes start at 6 a.m. on the first day […] The post Taxi drivers in Greece on strike: 3 days in Athens & Attica, 2 days across the country appeared first on Keep Talking Greece.

Economic Impact of 'Trump's War' Felt by Thai Workers
Worldhelsingin-sanomat2mo ago

Economic Impact of 'Trump's War' Felt by Thai Workers

The economic repercussions of 'Trump's war' are significantly affecting various sectors in Thailand, far from direct conflict zones. Taxi drivers, fishermen, and farmers in the country are reportedly facing severe hardship.

Urban taxi drivers in Cyprus to strike on March 10
Politicsin-cyprus3mo ago

Urban taxi drivers in Cyprus to strike on March 10

Urban taxi drivers in Cyprus will go on strike on Tuesday, March 10, from 07:00 in protest over issues affecting the sector. The Pancyprian Coordinating Committee of Urban Taxis said the decision was taken after a letter sent to the relevant ministries on March 4 outlining the sector’s problems received no response. Taxi drivers will […]