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Long Island Rail Road strike to end as MTA, unions reach tentative deal, Gov. Kathy Hochul says

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The Long Island Rail Road strike is coming to an end after the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and unions reached a tentative agreement Monday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced.  “Tonight, the MTA reached a fair deal with the five LIRR unions that delivers raises for workers while protecting riders and taxpayers. I’m pleased to announce … Read more

Long Island Rail Road strike creates manic Monday commute as negotiators return to the table

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It was manic Monday for thousands of Long Island Rail Road riders trying to get in and out of New York City on the third day of a labor strike that has shut down the nation’s largest commuter railroad. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. This … Read more

LIRR riders brace for long commutes as strike enters its third day

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Thousands of Long Island Rail Road riders are in for a rough commute Monday morning as the MTA and unions are set to resume talks.  The National Mediation Board, which handles labor relations for railroads, summoned both sides Sunday night. No deal was reached after hours of talks. They will return to the negotiating table … Read more

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship docks in the Netherlands after long, deadly voyage

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The hantavirus-stricken cruise ship arrived Monday in the Netherlands, ending a seven-week, 8,500 mile journey that was hit by up to 11 infections and three deaths from the rare disease. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The MV Hondius cruise ship docked in Rotterdam just after … Read more

Long Island Rail Road unions, MTA’s late-night bargaining session ends with no deal to stop strike

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A late-night meeting between the MTA and union leaders failed to end a strike that shut down the Long Island Rail Road, setting the stage for a rough start to the week for hundreds of thousands of commuters.  The National Mediation Board said it summoned both sides Sunday night and went on until around 1:30 … Read more

New York braces for chaotic Monday commute amid Long Island Rail Road strike

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New York officials urged commuters to work from home Monday as a strike by Long Island Rail Road workers threatened to disrupt travel for hundreds of thousands of riders across the region. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Gov. Kathy Hochul said the state and the … Read more

Swatch stores shutter amid long lines for highly-anticipated collaboration release

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Chaos erupted at Swatch stores from New York to London as watch enthusiasts lined up for a highly anticipated new release — only for the massive crowds to force several locations to shut their doors. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The Royal Pop Collection, a … Read more