Duchess of Kent Dies at 92
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, has died peacefully at the age of 92. The beloved royal was known for her charity work and deep Catholic faith. Buckingham Palace announces the sad news.
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Grandmothers die after tragic 80ft fall from White Cliffs of Dover
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolds on the White Cliffs of Dover as two grandmothers, Sandra Sullivan and Anita Chaffer, succumb to injuries days after an 80ft fall. Community mourns as investigation continues.
Eurostar Chaos: All Services Cancelled Due to Tunnel Flooding
Severe flooding in the Channel Tunnel has caused the cancellation of all Eurostar services, stranding thousands of passengers and triggering major travel disruption between the UK and mainland Europe.
Lisbon Funicular Crash: Multiple Fatalities Confirmed
A funicular carriage in Lisbon's Bica neighbourhood has derailed, resulting in a devastating crash with multiple fatalities and injuries. Emergency services are on the scene as authorities launch an urgent investigation into the cause of the tragedy.
London Tube strikes cause week of travel chaos and £230m hit
London faces a week of transport paralysis as militant union strikes bring the Tube network to a standstill. The RMT's demand for a 32-hour work week without loss of pay could cost the capital's economy £230 million in massive travel disruption.
London Tube Strikes: Full List of Affected Lines & Dates
Major travel disruption expected across London as RMT union members stage 48-hour Tube strike. Full details on affected lines, alternative transport options, and travel advice.
Lisbon Funicular Crash Leaves Multiple Dead
A popular Lisbon funicular railway has derailed, resulting in a catastrophic crash with multiple fatalities and serious injuries. Emergency services are on the scene as a major investigation is launched.
Lisbon Funicular Derailment: Eyewitnesses Describe Horror
Shocking eyewitness accounts emerge after a historic Lisbon funicular dramatically derails, injuring multiple passengers. Latest updates from the Alfama district incident.
Sydney Train Chaos: T4 Line Halts for Urgent Repairs
Commuters on Sydney's T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra line face major disruptions and lengthy delays after urgent track repairs between Martin Place and Edgecliff brought services to a standstill during the evening rush.
London Tube Strikes September 2024: Full Disruption Details
Major London Underground strikes scheduled for September 2024 will cause severe disruption across Tube lines. Here's everything you need to know about dates, alternative transport options and how to navigate the capital during industrial action.
Random Knife Attack on London Tube Leaves Two Injured
Shocking random knife attack unfolds on London's Central Line as assailant stabs passenger and assaults woman before being tasered by British Transport Police. Full details of the harrowing incident emerge.
Government Abandons Support for Heathrow Third Runway
The UK government has quietly removed its backing for Heathrow's third runway, casting severe doubt on the project's future and handing a major victory to environmental campaigners.
London Tops UK Chart for Cycling Commutes
New data reveals London leads the UK in cycling to work, with a 7% surge in bike commutes. Discover the boroughs driving this green transport boom and the government's active travel strategy.
M20 Chaos: Severe Delays After Multi-Vehicle Crash
Major disruption on the M20 in Kent following a serious collision. Live updates on long delays, lane closures, and heavy congestion affecting holiday and freight traffic.
Met Office Tech Could Revolutionise UK Train Punctuality
Exclusive: A groundbreaking partnership between the Met Office and Network Rail is using hyper-local weather forecasting to combat delays and revolutionise Britain's railway network. Discover how AI and real-time data could end weather-related disruption
Major Signal Fault Sparks Sydney Train Chaos During Rush Hour
A major signal failure at a key Sydney hub caused widespread disruption during Monday's morning rush hour, with significant delays and cancellations affecting thousands of commuters across the metropolitan network.
Kent Man Jailed for Indecent Assault on Teenager
A man from Kent has been sentenced to prison for an indecent assault on a 16-year-old girl in Broadstairs. Read the full details of the case and the police response.
GWR's £500k Guinness project scrapped after costs soar
Great Western Railway's ambitious project to serve Guinness at 15,000 feet has been scrapped after costs soared to nearly half a million pounds, sparking public outcry over the use of taxpayer funds.
Sadiq Khan mulls fines for loud headphones on Tube
Mayor Sadiq Khan is exploring new measures to tackle noise pollution on the London Underground, including potential fines for passengers playing music loudly through headphones, sparking a debate on public transport etiquette.
TfL boss accused of smearing volunteer Tube cleaners
Transport for London faces backlash after its boss accused volunteer cleaners of 'painting trains for cameras'. The group, which has removed graffiti for free, demands an apology for the 'deeply offensive' remarks.
TFL's Bare Beating Campaign: Ditch Headphones on Transport
Transport for London launches a new behaviour campaign urging passengers to remove headphones to be more aware of their surroundings and fellow travellers on buses and trains.
TfL launches campaign targeting headphone fare dodgers
Transport for London launches a major new campaign to combat fare evasion by passengers using headphones to ignore staff, costing the network millions annually.
Sleepwalking Asylum Seekers at Kent's Manston Centre
Exclusive report reveals disturbing scenes of extreme exhaustion as asylum seekers at the Manston processing centre in Kent are found sleepwalking while standing, raising serious concerns about welfare conditions.
Met Police officers seconded to Transport Police for Carnival
Dozens of Metropolitan Police officers are being temporarily reassigned to the British Transport Police to bolster security for the upcoming Notting Hill Carnival, raising concerns about resource strain.
Govt Used 'Racist' Algorithm for Road Funds Despite Warnings
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal the Department for Transport was warned its algorithm for funding road schemes would disproportionately hit deprived areas and entrench inequality, but pressed ahead regardless.
Tories propose London-wide music ban on public transport
Conservative MPs are pushing for a blanket ban on busking and playing music across London's entire public transport network, sparking a fierce debate about noise pollution versus street culture.
Kent Murder-Suicide: Family of Four Found Dead
A quiet Kent village is in shock after a family of four was discovered dead in an apparent murder-suicide. Police are investigating the tragic incident that has shattered the community of Rolling Hills.
New Woollahra Station For 10,000 Sydney Homes
Exclusive plans reveal a new underground railway station for Sydney's eastern suburbs, transforming transport for Woollahra and unlocking housing potential for thousands of residents.
Victorian Seaside Town Crowned One of UK's Best Places to Live
Discover why the historic town of Deal in Kent has been named one of the UK's best places to live, boasting a vibrant high street, stunning seafront, and rich cultural scene.
London's E-Bike Hire Firms in Parking Turf War
A turf war over parking has erupted between London's rival e-bike hire firms, with accusations of deliberately abandoning bikes at borough borders to inconvenience competitors and create maintenance chaos.
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