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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.

Celia Imrie's Two-Hour Train Stand From London

Actress Celia Imrie endures a gruelling two-and-a-half-hour train stand from London to Somerset, sparking outrage over UK rail conditions. Exclusive details from Richard Eden's diary.

New contactless rail ticket tech to end passenger queues

A revolutionary 'tap-in, tap-out' rail payment system, using cutting-edge bank card technology, is being rolled out across Britain, promising to put an end to lengthy ticket queues and confusing fare rules for passengers.

GPS & Contactless Train Tickets Trial to Revolutionise UK Rail

UK railways are on the cusp of a major revolution. A new trial combines contactless pay-as-you-go technology with GPS tracking, promising to make paper tickets and fixed fares a thing of the past. Discover how your future train travel will be smoother, sm

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.

TSA Rolls Out Touchless Facial Recognition at Airports

The TSA is dramatically accelerating its PreCheck overhaul, deploying touchless facial recognition technology to create faster, more secure passenger processing. Discover how this biometric revolution will change the way you fly.

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

UK Government Ignoring Scientific Advice, Experts Warn

A damning report reveals that UK government ministers are sidelining expert scientific advice, leading to flawed policies on critical issues from public health to climate change. Leading experts warn this approach is damaging public trust and decision-mak

Tommy Robinson Faces New Charges Over St Pancras Incident

The Crown Prosecution Service authorises new charges against English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson following a controversial incident at London's St Pancras International, with British Transport Police leading the investigation.

Tommy Robinson Arrested in St Pancras Station Altercation

Far-right activist Tommy Robinson was arrested on suspicion of assault following a major altercation with police at London's St Pancras station. The incident, captured on video, involved a struggle with British Transport Police officers.

UK Public's Deep Distrust of AI and ChatGPT Revealed

A new Guardian piece reveals a deepening public distrust of AI like ChatGPT in the UK. Brits aren't just worried about job losses; they fear a fundamental loss of human connection and control. Discover the societal rift emerging as AI becomes ubiquitous.

Visited Every Country Without Flying: The Epic Journey

Discover how one intrepid traveller achieved the ultimate overland challenge, visiting every country on Earth using only buses, trains, and ferries – no planes required. This epic 1,458-day journey redefines sustainable adventure travel.

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.

Philly Commuters Trapped on Train for Five Harrowing Hours

Commuters on a SEPTA train in Philadelphia endured a nightmare scenario, trapped underground for over five hours without power or air conditioning. The harrowing incident has sparked outrage and calls for infrastructure investment.

Mum's Bus Seat Refusal Sparks National Etiquette Debate

A mother's refusal to give up her bus seat for an elderly passenger ignites a fiery discussion about modern parenting, public transport etiquette, and whether traditional courtesy rules need updating. Her viral story challenges societal expectations.

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