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Top news of the week: 21.07.2022.

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@Cities_Today shared
On Jul 18, 2022
Register now for SITCE, the leading #publictransport event in the Asia Pacific region. Early bird rates apply! 📅 2-4 November 📍 Singapore 📢 ‘Heartbeat of Mobility’ 👉 https://t.co/5XCZAg4NPR @UITPnews @LTAsg @SITCE22 #SITCE22 #transportation #transit #urbanmobility https://t.co/JhdlyFYM8O
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LTA-UITP Singapore International Transport Congress & Exhibition (SITCE)

LTA-UITP Singapore International Transport Congress & Exhibition (SITCE)

When: 2nd November 2022 – 4th November 2022 all-day Where: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039593   The fourth edition of the LTA-UITP ...

@smartcitiesdive shared
On Jul 19, 2022
Going forward, Uber will waive wait time fees for riders who certify that they or someone they frequently travel with needs more time because of a disability, among other changes. https://t.co/UB8OHvBUfQ
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Uber settles with Justice Department on complaint it violated the Americans with Disabilities Act

Uber settles with Justice Department on complaint it violated the Americans with Disabilities Act

Under a multimillion-dollar settlement, individuals with disabilities subjected to wait time fees are eligible for refunds and waivers going forward.

@smartcitiesdive shared
On Jul 20, 2022
Amtrak expansion plans, high-speed rail projects, and the nation’s readiness for anticipated EV sales growth were among the topics on which Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg faced questioning. https://t.co/mpxMrW8Qiz
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$84B in transportation law grants awarded so far: Buttigieg says during House hearing

$84B in transportation law grants awarded so far: Buttigieg says during House hearing

Amtrak expansion plans, high-speed rail projects, and the nation’s readiness for anticipated EV sales growth were among the topics on which Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg faced ...

@smartcitiesdive shared
On Jul 18, 2022
City leaders and prosecutors are vowing to protect those seeking an abortion as multiple states implement restrictions. Experts say the effectiveness of their methods is unclear. https://t.co/HyITbeQgPf
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Some cities are trying to secure abortion access. Can they succeed?

Some cities are trying to secure abortion access. Can they succeed?

City leaders and prosecutors are vowing to protect those seeking an abortion as multiple states implement restrictions. Experts say the effectiveness of their methods is unclear.

@dexma shared
On Jul 18, 2022
[New CaseStudy - #Ooredoo ] 📘 📡🌍 In the UK, the #Telecommunications sector keeps 68.9 million inhabitants connected to the world. So…🤔 how can #Telcos tackle the upcoming #EnergyEfficiency challenges? Discover Ooredoo’s success story here: 👉 https://t.co/MXgeywwo2u
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Telecommunications Industry: Improving Energy Efficiency [Case Study – Ooredoo]

Telecommunications Industry: Improving Energy Efficiency [Case Study – Ooredoo]

Discover how the Qatari telco Ooredoo successfully met its energy targets, reducing its costs while increasing its product offering.