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Flying seems to be fraught with all sorts of issues of late. Southwest, an airline historically valued for its quirkiness, has ended its longstanding perks, making it much like any other airline. Boeing has been receiving a lot of criticism of late for its broken safety culture, an issue that has been going back years now. And of course, we've seen the … — Read full post
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Washington, D.C.'s Metrorail, often referred to by locals simply as "the Metro", is widely regarded as one of the best local rapid transit systems in the United States. Its iconic futuristic-looking stations are instantly recognizable, easily distinguishable from most other transit systems in the U.S., with their cramped ceilings and dingy platforms.
Many people take it for granted today, but the Washington Metrorail is a relatively new transit system. Although it boasts the second-highest annual ridership of any U.S. rapid transit system (predictably, behind the New York City Subway), it is the newest of the top seven systems by ridership. Opened in 1976, Metro will celebrate… — Read full post