Amtrak leader attributes MTA’s significant delays in the Penn Station project to the agency’s ‘hurt feelings.’
Amtrak’s chief has suggested that “hurt pride” is behind the MTA’s negative remarks about the railroad, following Amtrak’s win in securing the Pennsylvania Station redesign earlier this year. On Monday, MTA officials reignited tensions with Amtrak. They announced that the much-anticipated $2.9 billion Penn Station Access Project, aimed at connecting Bronx residents to Manhattan’s Penn […]
Sean Duffy cautions that airport delays will increase as the government shutdown goes on
Delays at Airports Expected to Worsen Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy expressed concerns on Sunday that airport delays “will only get worse” as the government shutdown stretches into its fifth week, with air traffic controllers not receiving pay. There are pressing questions about the extent of disruptions across the transportation system. Duffy […]
Sean Duffy warns that flight delays and cancellations will persist due to the government shutdown
Transportation Secretary Discusses Ongoing Flight Disruptions Amid Shutdown Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy mentioned on Sunday that airports nationwide are facing staffing shortages due to the ongoing government shutdown, leading to anticipated flight delays and cancellations. In an appearance on ABC News’ “This Week,” Duffy explained, “To ensure the safety of our people, we will be […]
When will SNAP EBT cards be replenished? Delays may still occur despite court decisions
Hours before a critical deadline, two judges determined on Friday that the federal government has to keep funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown. However, those relying on food aid come November 1st might still face delays. This legal decision follows a month of unexpected developments since the shutdown began […]
Airport delays are increasing as air traffic controllers do not receive their first full paycheck because of the shutdown.
For the first time, air traffic controllers in the United States went without pay on Tuesday due to the ongoing government shutdown. This situation is further exacerbated by staffing shortages, posing significant delays at airports just as the holiday season approaches. The shutdown, now in its second month, has many federal workers struggling financially. Among […]
Big airports experience flight delays due to rising air traffic controller shortage
This weekend, major airports across the country faced significant flight delays due to ongoing staffing issues with air traffic controllers. On Sunday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented a temporary ground standstill order due to personnel shortages at air traffic facilities in Southern California. The stop began around 11:42 a.m. EDT for flights to Los […]
Mt. Gox Delays Bitcoin Repayments Until October 2026
Simply put Mt. Gox, the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange, has moved its repayment deadline to October 31, 2026, according to a court notice. So far, around 19,500 creditors have received repayments, yet a significant number are still waiting. The announcement of initial repayments led to a market sell-off, but the latest delay didn’t seem to faze […]
Government shutdown may lead to additional flight cancellations and delays, expert cautions
Travelers are likely to face increased delays and cancellations as one of the longest government shutdowns continues with no clear resolution in sight, according to a former official with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Dan Elwell, a former deputy administrator, highlighted on a recent broadcast that air traffic controllers, who are deemed essential personnel, are […]
Transportation chief warns of air traffic delays during shutdown
According to Sean Duffy, a former Secretary of Transportation under the Trump administration, U.S. air traffic control is experiencing unprecedented stress. This is happening as air traffic controllers are about to miss their first paychecks since the beginning of the government shutdown. In an exclusive chat with Maria Bartiromo on “Sunday Morning Futures,” Duffy mentioned, […]
First XRP ETF Surpasses $100 Million as SEC Delays New Approvals
XRP ETF Hits Major Milestone XRP’s inaugural U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) has just reached a significant achievement. Within the first month of its launch, it saw assets under management (AUM) surpassing $100 million. As of October 24, REX-Osprey announced that its XRPR product has exceeded performance expectations, highlighting a strong institutional interest in regulating access […]