FS Group to launch UK-Europe rail rival by 2029
Italian state rail firm FS Group plans new London-Paris trains via the Channel Tunnel by 2029, breaking Eurostar's 31-year monopoly and rivalling Virgin. Read the full story.
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New Rail Rival for Eurostar and Virgin from Italy
Italian state rail firm FS Group plans to launch UK-Europe services by 2029, breaking Eurostar's 31-year monopoly. Backed by US equity, it will rival Virgin's 2030 launch. Read the full story.
Over 800 cross Channel in record December day
A record 803 people crossed the English Channel in small boats on December 20, 2025, marking a major surge. The total for the year now stands at 41,455. Read the full analysis.
Over 41,000 cross Channel in small boats in 2025
More than 41,000 migrants have crossed the English Channel in 2025 after 803 people made the journey in 13 dinghies this weekend. Read the latest figures and government response.
Migrants use trainers to bail out sinking Channel boat
Shocking footage reveals migrants using designer trainers to bail water from a sinking dinghy in the Channel. Over 500 attempt crossings on an 'extremely busy' day. Read the full report.
French Police to Intercept UK Migrant Boats
French authorities will begin intercepting small boats carrying migrants across the English Channel following a UK plea. The new strategy aims to tackle the dangerous crossings that have seen over 39,000 arrivals this year.
French police use nets to stop Channel migrant boats
French police will deploy large nets to intercept small boats in the Channel, a controversial tactic warned could cause fatalities. Read the full report on the new UK-France migration strategy.
China Sends Coast Guard to Senkaku Islands
Tensions escalate in the East China Sea as China deploys coast guard ships and military drones near Japanese territory following PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks. Read the latest developments.
Blue Islands airline collapses, all flights cancelled
Channel Islands airline Blue Islands ceases trading, cancelling all flights and leaving passengers stranded. Find out about refunds and alternative travel options.
Blue Islands airline collapses, all flights cancelled
Channel Islands airline Blue Islands ceases trading, cancelling all flights and leaving passengers stranded. Find out about refunds and alternative travel options.
Blue Islands airline ceases operations, grounds all flights
Channel Islands carrier Blue Islands suspends trading, stranding passengers. Second regional airline failure in weeks. Find out about alternative travel options and rescue fares.
Dubai's World Islands: $14bn project revival
Discover the remarkable story of Dubai's World Islands - a $14bn project that survived financial crisis and bankruptcy to become an emerging tourism destination. Explore this ambitious development today.
Cies Islands: Spain's Caribbean-Style Paradise
Discover the Cies Islands, a pristine Spanish archipelago with Caribbean-style beaches and UNESCO protection. A perfect escape from crowded tourist hotspots.
Iranian man returned to France after second boat crossing
An Iranian man who made his second dangerous small boat crossing of the English Channel has been returned to France under new UK-France returns agreement, raising questions about border policy effectiveness.
Samantha Armytage Joins Today Show in Major TV Move
Exclusive: Channel Seven's beloved former Sunrise host Samantha Armytage makes stunning return to television, joining Channel Nine's Today Show in bombshell career switch that's set to redefine morning television wars.
Channel 4 cancels The Bridge reality show
The reality competition series 'The Bridge' faces cancellation after failing to capture audience attention, marking another casualty in Channel 4's programming lineup.
Channel migrant crossings hit 4-day pause - longest in year
The English Channel has experienced its longest migrant-free period in over a year, with no crossings recorded for four consecutive days as the Home Office's intensified enforcement measures show early signs of impact.
Channel crossings surge with 900 migrants in three days
New government figures reveal a significant increase in small boat crossings, with nearly 900 migrants reaching Kent in just three days amid ongoing policy challenges.
Starmer attacks government over Channel crossings crisis
Labour leader Keir Starmer launches scathing attack on government's handling of small boat crossings amid diplomatic tensions with France over new asylum policies.
UK's Remote Islands: Reach Them in Just 2 Hours
Discover how Britain's most spectacular remote islands are surprisingly accessible with journey times under two hours from mainland UK. From the Isles of Scilly to the Scottish Hebrides, your island escape is closer than you think.
Virgin Trains eyes Channel Tunnel return in rail comeback
Richard Branson's Virgin Trains could make a dramatic return to UK railways with plans to operate services through the Channel Tunnel, challenging Eurostar's long-standing monopoly on cross-channel rail travel.
Virgin's Eurostar Challenge: The Untold Channel Tunnel Bid
Exclusive look at how Virgin Trains nearly revolutionised cross-Channel travel with ambitious plans to compete directly with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel.
Virgin's Channel Tunnel Bid Challenges Eurostar Monopoly
Richard Branson's Virgin Group launches ambitious bid to operate cross-Channel train services, potentially breaking Eurostar's monopoly and creating new London-Paris travel options.
Virgin Trains' Channel Tunnel bid rejected by regulators
The Office of Rail and Road rejects Virgin Trains' application to operate services through the Channel Tunnel, dealing a significant setback to Richard Branson's rail ambitions between London and European destinations.
Bawah Reserve: Indonesia's Eco-Luxury Paradise
Escape to Bawah Reserve, an exclusive eco-luxury retreat in Indonesia's pristine Anambas Islands offering sustainable luxury amidst breathtaking natural beauty.
Private Islands You Can Rent Entirely For Ultimate Getaway
Discover exclusive private islands available for complete rental, from tropical Caribbean retreats to historic Scottish hideaways. Your ultimate guide to luxury isolation.
Jersey: The Channel Island Gem Beyond the Beaches
Discover why Jersey is the ultimate British escape, blending French flair with British charm through its rich history, world-class food scene, and breathtaking coastal landscapes.
Samantha Armytage Joins Today Show in Career Move
Exclusive: Channel Seven's beloved Sunrise presenter Samantha Armytage makes stunning return to television, joining Channel Nine's Today show in a major industry shake-up that's set to redefine morning television.
Channel migrant crossings surge despite Rwanda policy
Exclusive analysis reveals dramatic increase in small boat crossings despite government's Rwanda policy, with hundreds making the perilous journey in recent days.
Border Chief: No Quick Fix for Channel Migrant Crisis
Britain's Border Security Commander Martin Hewitt delivers sobering assessment that small boats crossing won't be solved rapidly, amid record Channel arrivals and ongoing policy challenges.
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