Jan 8th, 2009 · Police in Nigeria have been arresting scores of motorcycle taxi riders who have been trying to avoid a new law that requires them to wear helmets. Some riders have been substituting dried fruit shells and pots for helmets. The motorcyclists complain helmets are too expensive. Some passengers refuse to wear them fearing the helmets carry disease or black magic.
Jan 2nd, 2009 · A Washington State man says he wanted to stop a friend from driving drunk. And that's why Shawn Wallace allegedly blasted his friend's windshield with paintballs. The Tri-City Herald reports police arrested Wallace, but gave him credit for being creative. Creative people around Milwaukee have an event for bike riders. On New Years' Day, they ride their bikes into Lake Michigan. Half a dozen people plunged into a lake so cold they had to break the ice first.
Sep 18th, 2008 · An Islamic awareness group is hoping a new ad campaign will help the millions of people who ride the New York City subway system every day learn more about Islam. The ads have sparked a public debate, but most riders asked say they don't even notice them.
Sep 9th, 2008 · Alliance, Neb., is one of several towns in the state allowing people to ride all-terrain vehicles on city streets in the face of high gas prices. Riders say using the small, low-slung vehicles saves money on gas, but some officials are concerned about safety.
Jul 22nd, 2008 · Pastor Jeff Harlow intended to explain unity in his Sunday sermon in Kokomo, Ind., so he wheeled a motorcycle into church. He wanted to show how the rider becomes one with the bike. Instead, he lost control and the motorcycle shot off the platform and into the front pews.
Jul 18th, 2008 · Three riders have already tested positive for doping in this year's Tour de France. While scandals continue to plague the race, two American cyclists are making their debut. They're also determined to avoid any hint of scandal.
Jul 5th, 2008 · Metro riders in Washington, D.C., have a new distraction for their morning commute — Bit 'o Lit, a free commuter 'zine filled with short excerpts from fiction and non-fiction books. Bit O' Lit founder Shannon Macdonald tells Linda Wertheimer that her mission is to spread her love for books among the people.
Jun 16th, 2008 · As the cost of gasoline continues to rise, more people are using public transportation. But transit officials have been surprised to see big rider jumps even in areas where people don't usually take the bus or train. That's especially true in North Carolina's car-choked areas of Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. Jessica Jones reports from North Carolina Public Radio.