The Canadian government will invest $1.9 billion to replace 45 aging Via Rail locomotives and build a new Montreal maintenance facility. The new hybrid trains aim to improve reliability and reduce emissions.
A two-day strike planned for July 31 and August 1 by TSSA union members on West Midlands Railway has been suspended after talks. Full normal services will run, avoiding disruptions across Birmingham and surrounding counties.
The FAA issued a ground stop on August 1, 2026, causing Delta to cancel over half its scheduled departures at Atlanta. Passengers faced long waits as delays cascaded across Delta's hubs.