Fare Enforcement & Station Security: New taller ticket gates are set for Worcester Foregate Street and Shrub Hill to crack down on fare dodging, with a wider rollout expected to run into 2028. Rail Safety Incidents: A man died after a train struck a van at a level crossing in Burscough, West Lancashire; services were suspended between Southport and Manchester while police investigate. Bus Service Changes: Winston-Salem Transit Authority launched new crosstown “premier job lines” and boosted frequency on key routes to cut wait times. Transit Governance: Chicago’s RTA is being replaced by the Northern Illinois Transit Authority from Sept. 1, shifting oversight while keeping day-to-day operators. Public Transport Access & Discounts: Spain’s Verano Joven youth rail-and-bus discounts run through Sept. 30, and Turkey is offering free public transport across major cities for Victory Day. Energy for Rail: India’s Namo Bharat corridor will be powered by a 110-MW captive solar plant under a new power purchase agreement. Security at Transport Hubs: Philippines police are ramping up security at Cagayan de Oro’s integrated bus terminal and Macabalan Port to protect high-volume commuter areas.