LA-Vegas high-speed rail costs hit £10bn
The ambitious Brightline West high-speed rail project connecting Los Angeles to Las Vegas faces soaring costs, with estimates now reaching up to $12 billion amid construction delays and economic pressures.
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San Francisco bans private cars from Market Street
San Francisco implements groundbreaking vehicle ban on iconic Market Street, creating pedestrian paradise and cycling haven in bold urban mobility shift.
Sydney rail goes high-tech to fight overhead hazards
Sydney's rail network is deploying cutting-edge drone technology and AI to detect dangerous overhead obstructions, from bird nests to beehives, replacing outdated manual inspections and preventing widespread delays.
Melbourne Metro Tunnel: Big Switch Date Revealed
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel project enters its final phase with the 'Big Switch' approaching. Discover when new train services will begin and how this £12.7bn project will revolutionise city transport.
Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Complete: First Look Inside
After years of anticipation, Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel project is complete. Discover the stunning new stations and how this underground rail network will reshape the city's commute forever.
Britain's Pothole Crisis: The Shocking Truth
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's reactive approach to road maintenance is costing taxpayers billions while creating dangerous pothole-ridden streets across the UK.
Scotland and Irish county forge historic transport partnership
In an unprecedented cross-border agreement, the Scottish Government has partnered with Ireland's County Donegal to create a revolutionary transport network, with Network Rail providing crucial technical expertise for this international collaboration.
Network Rail fined £1m over fatal crossing safety breach
Network Rail receives seven-figure penalty after safety failures lead to pedestrian's death at Worcestershire level crossing, sparking urgent calls for infrastructure improvements.
Australia's Public Transport Crisis: Commuters Reveal Shocking Decline
Australian commuters are speaking out about a disturbing decline in public transport standards, from rampant anti-social behaviour to frequent cancellations and safety concerns that are making daily travel unbearable.
Sydney Train Chaos: Overstretched Wire from 2020 Blamed
An official report has found that a critical overhead wire failure, which brought Sydney's train network to a standstill, occurred because the wire was stretched beyond its breaking point during installation in 2020.
Gatwick Expansion: A Saga of Planning Paralysis
After years of bureaucratic delays and political wrangling, Gatwick Airport's crucial second runway project finally gets the green light. We examine why it shouldn't have been this difficult.
Australia's EV Revolution: Are We Nearly There Yet?
Australia's EV transition hits critical momentum with soaring sales, expanding infrastructure, and new government support - but key challenges remain on the road to electrification.
Government rejects £2.2bn Gatwick Airport rail link
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has rejected a £2.2 billion proposal to upgrade Gatwick Airport's rail connection, dealing a blow to the airport's expansion ambitions and highlighting tensions between government infrastructure priorities.
Gatwick's Second Runway Approved: Economic Boost by 2029
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has officially endorsed Gatwick Airport's second runway project, a major infrastructure plan set to significantly boost the UK's economic growth and create thousands of jobs by 2029.
Reeves backs Gatwick expansion in 'builders not blockers' pledge
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to fast-track Gatwick Airport's second runway, siding with 'builders not blockers' to boost UK economic growth and create new jobs, despite environmental opposition.
Gatwick's French Owner Plots £6bn London Transport Takeover
Exclusive: The French conglomerate that owns Gatwick Airport is exploring a monumental £6 billion takeover bid for a major London transport hub, sparking a potential political firestorm over foreign ownership of critical UK infrastructure.
Gatwick's £2.2bn Second Runway Approved After Years of Debate
Gatwick Airport secures landmark approval for its £2.2 billion second runway project, promising increased capacity, economic growth, and enhanced connectivity while addressing environmental concerns through stringent conditions.
Gatwick Airport Second Runway Plans Advance After Policy Shift
London Gatwick Airport is advancing plans for a second runway, leveraging a major government policy change. This expansion could significantly boost capacity and reshape UK aviation, creating jobs and economic growth while facing environmental scrutiny.
Sydney's Fare Evasion Crisis: Australia's Worst Rates Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals Sydney leads Australia in public transport fare evasion. Discover the startling data and what solutions could curb the growing trend.
Sydney Airport Plan Sparks Fears for Western Sydney's Future
A major government aviation plan cements Sydney Kingsford Smith's future, sparking debate over competition and the viability of the new Western Sydney Airport.
Hidden Bus Stop Feature Stuns Australian Commuters
Australian bus passengers are discovering a remarkable, little-known feature at their stops that provides real-time arrival information with a simple press of a button, revolutionising the daily commute.
TfL's New Campaign Targets Tube 'Manspreading' & Noise
Transport for London launches a new campaign targeting anti-social behaviours like 'manspreading' and loud phone calls on the Tube, aiming to make journeys more pleasant for everyone.
Hammersmith Bridge: The £250m Paralysis Dividing London
Exclusive insight into the political and financial deadlock crippling Hammersmith Bridge, a vital London artery now closed indefinitely. Discover why this national infrastructure emergency remains unsolved.
Sydney's 'Ugly' Highway Set for £1.5bn Transformation
A groundbreaking £1.5 billion plan promises to finally transform Sydney's notorious Western Distributor highway, replacing concrete with green spaces and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure after four decades of failed attempts.
Elon Musk humiliated by UK firm's brilliant response
Billionaire Elon Musk faces humiliation after a UK electric vehicle charging company's brutally simple response to his criticism exposes fundamental flaws in his argument about British infrastructure.
Lisbon Funicular Tragedy: City's Old vs New Struggle
A devastating funicular accident in Lisbon's historic Alfama district sparks urgent questions about urban infrastructure, mass tourism, and the perilous struggle to preserve the soul of a city.
Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes
Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.
Sunak accused of 'great train robbery' over scrapped Northern rail
Reform UK leader Richard Tice accuses PM Rishi Sunak of a 'great train robbery' after the government officially abandons the flagship Northern Powerhouse Rail project, breaking a key manifesto pledge and sparking fury in the North.
Melbourne-Sydney Transport Ticketing Systems Crash Simultaneously
A major technical crisis has hit Australia's two largest cities, Melbourne and Sydney, as their public transport ticketing systems, myki and Opal, suffer simultaneous catastrophic failures, leaving millions of commuters stranded and sparking a national de
Lost Plans For London's Grand Central Terminal Revealed
Exclusive: Historic England unveils long-lost drawings by Percival and Parsons for a monumental London rail terminus that was never built, offering a glimpse into a radically different vision for the capital's transport hub.
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