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Archer Aviation's $126M LA Air Taxi Base
Archer Aviation secures a key LA airport lease for its eVTOL air taxis, aiming to transform city transport and serve the 2028 Olympic Games. Discover the future of urban mobility.
Machete attack in London taxi over blaring music
Shocking video shows passenger attacking London cab driver with machete during dispute over loud dance music. Police investigation ongoing.
Taxi Tax Threat: Fares Could Soar by 15%
Plans for a 20% VAT on private hire vehicles could hike Uber and cab fares by over 15%, hitting vulnerable passengers hardest. Read the industry's urgent plea to the Chancellor.
Love Island Star Slams Labour's 'Dangerous' Taxi Tax
Former Love Island contestant Shaughna Phillips launches scathing attack on Rachel Reeves' proposed VAT hike for private hire vehicles, warning it threatens women's safety and will hit low-income families hardest.
Police Scotland's 'Brollygate' probe into senior officer
Police Scotland launches misconduct investigation after dramatic umbrella confrontation between senior officer and transgender rights protester during Edinburgh rally. Exclusive details emerge.
Council bans taxi drivers from wearing jeans and trainers
Edinburgh cabbies face strict new dress code prohibiting casual wear including jeans, tracksuits and trainers while on duty under controversial council regulations.
British boxer assaults Turkish cab driver in panic attack
Professional boxer Bradley Haxby faces serious charges after allegedly attacking a Turkish cab driver during what he claims was a kidnapping panic attack, leaving the driver for dead on a remote roadside.
Sydney arms expo chaos as protesters clash with police
Violent scenes erupted at Sydney's International Convention Centre as hundreds of anti-war protesters attempted to blockade a major arms exhibition, leading to multiple arrests and police reinforcements being deployed.
David Lammy Faces Paris Taxi Fare Dispute Controversy
Foreign Secretary David Lammy becomes embroiled in heated exchange with Paris taxi driver over disputed fare, with video footage sparking political controversy during diplomatic visit.
Taxi driver cleared in wheelchair fare theft case
A taxi driver has been found not guilty of theft after a dispute over a £20 wheelchair fare escalated into a criminal case, with the court ruling no dishonesty was involved.
Lammy's taxi driver accuser cleared of luggage theft
A taxi driver who accused Labour MP David Lammy of 'thug-like' behaviour has been exonerated of stealing luggage from passengers at Heathrow Airport. Read the full story of the cleared cabbie and the political fallout.
Veterans get free Remembrance Sunday taxi rides
A remarkable taxi company founded by former military personnel is ensuring Britain's veterans can attend London's Remembrance Sunday service by providing complimentary transport to the Cenotaph.
Labour MP's £4,500 taxi expenses spark hypocrisy claims
Labour MP Clive Betts faces backlash after charging taxpayers £4,500 for taxi journeys while supporting congestion charges that hit ordinary drivers. The investigation reveals Westminster's transport expense culture.
Police officer discovered hiding in taxi boot
Shocking footage reveals moment police constable is found concealed in taxi driver's boot during alleged rogue investigation into personal relationship in South Wales.
Uber vs Taxis: The Airport Transport Battle Intensifies
Exclusive analysis reveals how the ongoing conflict between ride-sharing giant Uber and traditional taxi services is reshaping airport transportation in Sydney and Melbourne, affecting prices and passenger experience.
Taxi driver spared jail after drunk passenger's M25 police chase
A taxi driver who transported a heavily intoxicated passenger on a dangerous police pursuit along the M25 has been spared prison in a surprising court ruling.
Ash Pollard's China Taxi Nightmare: Kidnapping Fear
Former 'The Jump' contestant Ash Pollard recounts her harrowing experience with a rogue taxi driver during China trip, revealing how a simple journey turned into a nightmare ride through backstreets.
Taxi Driver crowned greatest film ever made
Martin Scorsese's gritty masterpiece Taxi Driver has been voted the best film ever made, beating cinematic giants like The Godfather and Citizen Kane in a major critics' poll.
Darlington pensioner's 200-mile taxi journey to Newcastle
A remarkable 200-mile taxi journey from Darlington to Newcastle reveals the shocking state of UK public transport as a determined pensioner pays £360 to reach vital medical care.
Spanish villagers create English signs for lost lorry drivers
Frustrated residents in a Spanish village create homemade road signs in English to stop foreign HGV drivers from getting stuck on their narrow streets after official pleas for help went unanswered.
Irish leader confronted by protesters in Dublin
Tánaiste Micheál Martin faced heated demonstrations as pro-Palestinian activists and anti-immigration groups converged on Dublin streets, requiring significant Garda presence.
The Complete Guide to Tipping Etiquette in the UK
Master the art of tipping in Britain with this comprehensive guide covering restaurants, hotels, taxis and service charges. Learn when and how much to tip for various services.
Millionaire's castle protest against non-dom tax raid
Former reality television millionaire leads extraordinary occupation of historic 13th-century castle in dramatic protest against Chancellor's controversial non-dom tax reforms, creating political spectacle in the English countryside.
Denise Welch's terrifying taxi ordeal warning
ITV's Denise Welch reveals shocking details of dangerous taxi journey and shares crucial safety advice for all travellers after frightening experience.
Taxi boss dies at daughter's Marbella wedding
Heartbreaking scenes unfolded in Marbella as respected taxi firm owner Lee Collins collapsed during his daughter's wedding speech and later died in hospital, leaving family and community in mourning.
Olivia Attwood and Bradley Dack's tense taxi moment
Love Island star Olivia Attwood and footballer husband Bradley Dack were spotted in a heated discussion during a taxi ride in London, just weeks after his hospitalisation for a dangerous infection.
Labour's VAT on Taxis: Ministers Face Backlash
Exclusive: Labour ministers under fire as Treasury considers imposing 20% VAT on taxi journeys, sparking outrage from drivers and passengers facing fare hikes during cost of living crisis.
British Grandma Fights for Life After Tenerife Crash
A British grandmother faces life-threatening injuries after a catastrophic taxi collision during her Tenerife holiday, leaving her family in a desperate race against time.
Residents use forklifts and bollards in street protest
Local residents in Westminster have resorted to dramatic measures, using forklifts and concrete barriers to shut down their street after Ministry of Justice plans threatened their community with increased traffic and security risks.
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