A new law, Local Law 18, has essentially banned Airbnb and other short-term rentals in New York City. All Airbnb hosts must now register with the city and can only rent out their places while they are present. This severely limits the options for tourists and could potentially open up more housing for locals.

Vans seized, ‘unsafe’ Uber suspended and drivers quizzed during West Midlands Police sting
In an operation to reduce motoring offences, police officers and driving agencies pulled over and checked vehicles in the Black Country at a quiet industrial