Sunday, July 26, 2009

From London: "Dead passenger goes unnoticed on London bus for six hours." (The Telegraph)


A dead bus passenger was driven around London after staff failed to the spot his body for more than six hours, an inquest heard. (Read more here.)

Sunday, July 19, 2009

From Tokyo: "Men-only train cars sought in groping fears," by Yoko Kubota


Many women taking the crowded train in Tokyo opt for women-only carriages during the rush hour to avoid gropers.

Now, for fear of being accused of groping, some are asking for carriages reserved for men as well. (Read more here.)

Sunday, July 12, 2009

From Laguna Niguel, California: "A Mooning Festival Is Something The Mayor Just Can't Get Behind," by Sarah McBride


The biggest event of the year in Laguna Niguel, Calif., is coming up on Saturday, but Mayor Robert Ming has a message for those planning to attend: Keep your pants on. (Read more here.)

Sunday, July 5, 2009

From North Laudersale, Florida: "Michael Jackson's death sparks Florida bus brawl." (Reuters)


A fight broke out on a Florida bus when news of Michael Jackson's death sparked debate over whether he should be remembered as a great musical talent, and one passenger was charged with assault, police said on Friday. (Read more here.)