NY subway station abloom … London’s lost Tube stops … Israeli station cat finds fame

The New York MTA's 28th Street Station (Lexington Avenue line) is abloom after its recent makeover.
The New York MTA's 28th Street Station (Lexington Avenue line) is abloom after its recent makeover. Hollow Sidewalks | Flickr

USA: Wowza, Is This The Most Instagrammable Subway Station In New York City?
Train delayed? No problem, just feast your eyes upon this sparkling new glass mosaic and don’t worry about getting to work on time. [gothamist.com]

UK: The eerie beauty of London’s abandoned Tube stops
Dozens of London Underground stations have been closed over the years owing to infrequent use or rationalisation, but their remains also earn them the moniker of ‘ghost station’. [spectator.co.uk]

Middle East: Israeli Train Station Cat Goes Viral
‘Mitsi’ from Petah Tikva stop gains worldwide fame and millions of fans. [jpost.com]

Asia: Stargazing in a Mumbai railway station
Everyday, hordes of people weave their way in and out of iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, though very few have the time to marvel at the inner grandeur of the station. [asianage.com]

UK: 10% Chance Brexit Will Bring Prolonged Closure to Eurostar Services in 2019 According to Bookmakers
Irish bookmaker Paddy Power is quoting odds of 10/1 on Brexit to result in the prolonged closure of Eurostar services in 2019. [oddsdigest.com]

Asia: Pink subway station attracts young visitors in China’s Yunnan Province
With cotton clouds suspended in the air and cute love quotes written on the stairs, Kunming City’s pink subway station has quickly gained widespread traction among young people. [ecns.cn]

Trans-Siberian train features Orthodox chapel on board
Russian Railway Tours’ Temple Car provides rolling space for Divine Liturgy. [aleteia.org]