Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
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Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
Glasgow Subway to Get Driverless Trains in 2026
Glasgow's subway system is set for a historic upgrade, with driverless trains expected to launch in late 2026. Discover how this UK-first project will transform the city's transport.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Royal Mail delivery delays hit 25 UK postcodes
Royal Mail warns of significant delivery delays across at least 25 UK postcodes due to high sick absence and resourcing issues. Check the full list of affected areas.
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.
Huntingdon rail chaos continues for third day
Commuters from Huntingdon face ongoing disruption as critical signal failure between Peterborough and London causes widespread cancellations and severe delays on LNER and Thameslink services.
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.
Person hit by train causes major rail disruption
Emergency services respond to serious incident near Preston causing widespread cancellations and severe delays on Avanti West Coast routes with major impact on travel between Scotland and England.
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.
Luxury Orient-Express adds London-Paris route for 2026
Belmond's legendary luxury train announces spectacular new London to Paris service via Channel Tunnel, featuring restored 1920s carriages and unparalleled opulence.
Northern Belle Christmas Train: Magical Festive Journeys
Discover the enchanting Northern Belle Christmas train experience, offering luxury festive journeys across Britain with gourmet dining and seasonal magic. Tickets are disappearing quickly for this winter wonderland on wheels.
Lumo passenger in pain 18 months after coffee cup hit
A passenger on a Lumo train service continues to suffer debilitating pain 18 months after being struck by a flying coffee cup during emergency braking, raising serious questions about rail safety protocols.
Caledonian Sleeper's New Birmingham-Scotland Route
Discover how the legendary Caledonian Sleeper is transforming overnight travel with its new Birmingham to Scotland service, offering luxury cabins and spectacular Highland views.
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.
Unlimited Family Train Travel For Just £20 Per Person
Discover how UK families can explore Britain's railways with incredible unlimited travel passes starting at just £20 per person this summer season.
Ukraine passenger train destroyed in Russian airstrike
Shocking footage emerges of a civilian passenger train engulfed in flames following a devastating Russian missile strike, raising serious concerns about targeting of civilian infrastructure.
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