Simon Calder's Top 5 Budget European City Breaks
Travel expert Simon Calder unveils his pick of wallet-friendly European destinations perfect for your next getaway without breaking the bank.
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Von der Leyen courts far-right in EU power play
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen seeks controversial alliance with far-right ECR group, including Meloni's Brothers of Italy, raising eyebrows across Brussels ahead of EU elections.
Tallinn's Magical Christmas Market: A Winter Fairytale
Escape to Estonia's enchanting capital where medieval charm meets festive magic. Tallinn's world-famous Christmas market offers stunning decorations, traditional crafts and warm glögg in what many call Europe's most magical winter destination.
Manchester Airport train line suspended causing travel chaos
Severe disruption hits Manchester Airport as key rail line closure leaves passengers stranded and facing lengthy replacement bus services. Critical travel advice for affected travellers.
Christmas train cancellations: Major routes shut for engineering
Holiday travel plans face massive disruption as Network Rail announces extensive Christmas engineering works affecting major stations including Paddington and King's Cross.
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.
Europe's Best City Revealed: Cheap Pints & Hotels
Discover the surprising European capital that's been crowned the continent's top destination, offering affordable pints, cheap accommodation and unforgettable experiences without breaking the bank.
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cutting-edge drone technology and AI to detect dangerous overhead obstructions, from bird nests to beehives, replacing outdated manual inspections and preventing widespread delays.
Tusk: "New Era for Poland" in EU Parliament Address
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk delivered a powerful address to the European Parliament, vowing to restore democratic values and European unity while confronting his nationalist predecessors.
Merkel: Poland Shares Blame for Ukraine War - Outrage
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel faces furious backlash after suggesting Poland bears responsibility for Ukraine conflict, with politicians accusing her of 'blood on hands' and rewarding Russian aggression.
Christmas train chaos: Major UK rail works announced
Rail passengers face significant disruption this Christmas as Network Rail announces extensive engineering works across key routes including the West Coast Main Line and services to Heathrow Airport.
£360m rail upgrade to speed up Cambridge-York journeys
Major rail upgrade promises faster connections between Cambridge and York, cutting journey times and boosting regional connectivity across England's key economic hubs.
Scotland's Rail Network Paralysed by Severe Weather
Major disruption hits ScotRail services as torrential rain and high winds force widespread cancellations and speed restrictions across Scotland's railway network.
EU Unveils Radical Toolkit to Boost Global Competitiveness
The European Commission reveals an ambitious new strategy to transform the EU into a global powerhouse, challenging US and Chinese dominance through streamlined decision-making and strategic autonomy.
America's European Lookalikes: Travel to Europe in the US
From Bavarian villages in Washington to Dutch tulip fields in Michigan, explore the American destinations that will transport you to Europe without the transatlantic flight.
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.
Walk Between European Capitals in Minutes
Discover the incredible European capitals separated by just a short stroll across a bridge, offering two countries for the price of one visit.
UK's Most Reliable Train Operator Revealed
New data exposes the UK's best and worst performing train operators for reliability and passenger satisfaction. Discover which company topped the charts and which ones left commuters frustrated.
Drones breach security at Munich defence summit
A major security breach at Europe's premier defence conference in Munich saw drones disrupt proceedings, raising urgent questions about protection of Western leaders amid ongoing Russia-Ukraine tensions.
Macron: French nuclear weapons could protect European allies
French President Emmanuel Macron declares Europe must prepare for all scenarios, suggesting French nuclear weapons could extend protection to EU partners facing Russian threats.
European leaders unite in Copenhagen for Ukraine crisis talks
European Political Community leaders gather in Denmark for critical talks on Ukraine support, European security, and energy resilience amid ongoing Russian aggression.
Europe's Most Dangerous Security Climate Since WWII
Senior European defence officials reveal unprecedented security threats from Russian drone attacks and sabotage operations, creating the most volatile security environment since 1945.
Trump cuts $5bn from NY rail tunnel project
The Trump administration has withdrawn $5 billion in critical funding for New York's Gateway rail tunnel project, dealing a devastating blow to the region's infrastructure and commuter safety.
ECB Chief Warns Trump Return Threatens European Economy
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde cautions that a second Trump presidency could jeopardise European economic stability and undermine decades of transatlantic cooperation.
Nightjet's Paris-Berlin sleeper train cancelled
Austrian Railways' popular overnight service connecting Paris with Berlin and Vienna faces unexpected termination, dealing a blow to sustainable travel advocates across Europe.
Paris-Berlin Night Train Axed in Sustainable Travel Blow
French rail operator SNCF confirms termination of iconic overnight service connecting Paris with Berlin and Vienna, marking another setback for European night train revival efforts.
Autumn Train Timetables Cut as Leaves Disrupt UK Rails
Major train operators across Britain unveil reduced winter schedules with earlier last services, blaming seasonal leaf-fall disruption for widespread cuts that will impact commuters and evening travellers.
Moldova's Sandu: Serbia arms sales threaten European security
Moldovan President Maia Sandu accuses Serbia of destabilising European security by permitting arms sales to her country's pro-Russian administration, urging Brussels to intervene.
Sydney Metro Strikes: Second Week of Commuter Chaos
Sydney faces another week of severe transport disruption as rail workers escalate industrial action over pay and conditions, causing major delays for thousands of commuters.
Network Rail's High-Tech Fight Against Leaves on the Line
Network Rail is deploying high-tech rail-head treatment trains to combat the annual autumn menace of 'leaves on the line', preventing delays and ensuring safer journeys for passengers across Britain.
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