New VAT rules for taxis and private hire start today
From 2 Jan 2026, taxis and private hire vehicles are excluded from a key VAT scheme. Traditional drivers welcome the fairness, while Uber labels it 'absurd'. Find out how it affects your journey.
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UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
UK's Longest Direct Train Faces £3m Delay Payouts
The 500-mile Caledonian Sleeper from London to Fort William is Britain's longest direct rail journey. Discover its scenic route, new Birmingham stop, and why it paid £3m in compensation.
Deer Sparks Chaos on Tracks at Italian Train Station
A deer, dubbed 'Santa's helper', caused pandemonium at an Italian station, derailing a train. Watch the dramatic footage and see how the festive chaos unfolded.
13 dead as Interoceanic Train derails in Mexico
At least 13 killed and 98 injured after Interoceanic Train derails near Nizanda, Mexico. President Sheinbaum confirms fatalities on crucial trade link. Read the latest.
Mexico train crash kills 13, injures nearly 100
A major train derailment in Oaxaca, Mexico, has left at least 13 dead and 98 injured. The Interoceanic Train linking the Pacific and Gulf coasts crashed on Sunday. Get the latest updates on this tragedy.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
Best UK Christmas Train Rides for Festive Magic
All aboard! Discover six enchanting UK Christmas train journeys, from illuminated steam rides to Santa specials, for a magical festive day out. Book your tickets now.
Child in life-threatening condition after Brisbane train strike
A child is fighting for life after being hit by a train at Carseldine station. Major rail delays ensued as police investigate the tragic incident days before Christmas.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Army uses video games like Call of Duty for training
The British Army is using video games including Call of Duty and drone simulators to sharpen soldiers' combat skills. Discover how gaming technology is enhancing modern warfare readiness.
Czech train crash injures dozens near Ceske Budejovice
An express train collision in southern Czech Republic injures 57 people, halting services. Officials confirm investigation into the cause of the morning crash. Read the latest updates.
Festive train dates to avoid revealed
New analysis reveals the busiest UK train days this Christmas. Discover which festive dates to avoid for a smoother journey and plan your travel now.
New Paris-Berlin Sleeper Train Arrives 2026, No Dining Car
European Sleeper confirms new Paris-Berlin night train service for March 2026, running 3 times weekly. The budget-friendly route revives a cancelled link but will lack a dining car. Book tickets from December 2025.
New European Sleeper Train Connects Basel to Malmö
Discover how Swiss Federal Railways' new overnight service connecting Switzerland to Sweden is revolutionising European travel with comfortable beds and eco-friendly transport options.
Damson Idris's nephew, 7, dies in Huntingdon train crash
Exclusive: Seven-year-old Junior Alexander, nephew of Snowfall actor Damson Idris, has been identified as the youngest victim of the devastating Huntingdon train collision that claimed multiple lives and left families shattered.
India Train Crash: Multiple Fatalities in Chhattisgarh
A major train accident in India's Chhattisgarh state has resulted in numerous fatalities and injuries after two passenger trains collided, prompting emergency response operations.
India train derailment kills 5, injures over 25
A major train derailment in India's Chhattisgarh state has left at least five passengers dead and over 25 injured, with rescue operations continuing through the night amid challenging conditions.
Freight train derails in Cumbria, major rail disruption
A freight train derailment near Carlisle has caused significant disruption to Avanti West Coast services, with emergency services responding to the incident in Cumbria. Network Rail engineers are working to restore services on this vital transport corrido
Huntingdon train stabbing: Police hunt suspect
British Transport Police are urgently searching for a suspect after a violent stabbing incident aboard a London-bound train from Huntingdon, leaving passengers traumatised and raising security concerns.
Train passenger's terrifying stabbing ordeal revealed
A routine train journey from York to Hull turned into a nightmare for passengers when a man was violently attacked in what witnesses initially feared was a stabbing incident.
UK's Most Scenic Railway Journey Revealed
Discover why the West Highland Line in Scotland has been crowned the UK's most picturesque railway route, offering passengers unparalleled views of lochs, mountains and magical landscapes.
Third US freight train derailment in three months
Another dangerous freight train derailment in Montana marks the third major incident since February's Ohio disaster, raising urgent questions about US rail safety standards and emergency response protocols.
MPs back bill putting rail passengers first by law
Conservative MP Greg Smith's groundbreaking bill passes crucial Commons stage, mandating passenger welfare as primary duty for rail operators across Britain.
Free rail travel for veterans on Remembrance weekend
UK rail operators honour armed forces veterans with complimentary travel during Remembrance weekend. Discover eligibility criteria and booking details for this heartfelt initiative.
Public Rail Ownership: Is Britain's Experiment Working?
As most of Great Britain's major rail operators return to public ownership, we investigate whether this historic shift is delivering the improvements passengers were promised.
Donald Day accepts plea deal in Wieambilla shootings
Donald Day pleads guilty to multiple charges in connection with the deadly 2022 Wieambilla police shootings that shocked Australia, avoiding a lengthy trial through a negotiated plea agreement.
Christmas rail chaos: Major UK train disruption planned
Network Rail announces extensive Christmas railway shutdown affecting key routes across Britain from December 24th to January 2nd, with engineering works causing widespread cancellations.
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