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New York City reshapes mass transit system to handle World Cup, NBA finals crowds

New York City reshapes mass transit system to handle World Cup, NBA finals crowds
NPR News Thursday 04 June 2026, 19:16 UTC By Brian Mann 1 min read
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New York transit officials are preparing to handle up to 100,000 extra travelers a day as fans arrive in New York and New Jersey for FIFA World Cup matches.(Image credit: ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)

New York transit officials are preparing to handle up to 100,000 extra travelers a day as fans arrive in New York and New Jersey for FIFA World Cup matches.

(Image credit: ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)

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