Man's 40-hour train epic on a single ticket stuns GWR
A passenger's incredible cross-country journey on Great Western Railway sparks a travel frenzy and raises questions about UK rail loopholes.
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Ctrl+Alt+Deleaf: Network Rail's witty train battles autumn leaves
Network Rail unveils its secret weapon against autumn delays: a high-tech train named 'Ctrl+Alt+Deleaf' that blasts leaves from tracks with water jets at 200mph, keeping Britain's railways running smoothly.
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.
Ukrainian grandmother detained by FSB on bomb plot charges
Exclusive: A 70-year-old Ukrainian grandmother faces life imprisonment after being arrested by the FSB, accused of plotting to bomb a Russian railway. Her family insists she is an innocent pensioner caught in a geopolitical conflict.
UK trains get new emergency alert system for passenger safety
A major safety upgrade is coming to Britain's railways. Discover how new emergency messaging technology will keep passengers informed and safe during critical incidents, transforming travel security across the network.
Hiking South Korea's 'Haunted' Abandoned Railway
A solo traveller's chilling account of hiking the deserted Okcheon Rail Park in South Korea, a journey through decaying tunnels and overgrown tracks shrouded in local ghost stories.
WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain
The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.
UK Train Chaos: Worst Delays Exposed in New Data
Exclusive data analysis uncovers the UK's worst train operators for delays, with some services arriving late nearly 50% of the time. Discover which routes are most affected and how it impacts commuters.
History Podcast Breaks Records with Epic Australia Tour
History podcast giants Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland are taking their chart-topping show, The Rest Is History, on an unprecedented live tour to Australia, selling out stadiums and redefining the power of historical storytelling.
Sydney's Warwick Farm Station Overrun by Drug Addicts and Violence
Exclusive investigation reveals the harrowing reality of Warwick Farm station, where drug addicts, used needles, and violent assaults have created a no-go zone for terrified Sydney commuters and residents.
Deaf British tourists killed by train in Portugal
Two deaf friends from Britain died instantly after being struck by an oncoming train while walking along tracks in Portugal. The tragic accident occurred as they were unable to hear warning horns.
Ukraine's Railway Sabotage Cripples Russian Supply Lines
Exclusive briefing: Ukrainian special forces and partisans are systematically dismantling Russia's military supply lines through targeted strikes on key railway infrastructure, causing chaos and delays for Moscow's troops.
Russian Train Explodes in Suspected Sabotage, 4 Dead
Exclusive video shows the moment a Russian freight train violently derails and explodes in a fireball, killing four, in what security sources believe is the latest coordinated sabotage attack on the country's critical infrastructure.
Driver's 'stupid mistake' leaves ute stranded on train tracks
A Queensland driver's disastrous shortcut attempt ended with his ute stranded on active railway tracks, prompting a dramatic rescue and a stern warning from authorities.
UK's Best History Universities 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for studying History, with Cambridge retaining the top spot while London institutions dominate the upper ranks.
Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.
Archewell's Ukraine Aid Claim Sparks Controversy
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's charitable organisation faces scrutiny after a Ukrainian official's claim of unacknowledged aid, raising questions about UK rail's commemorative gesture.
Major Disruption Hits London's DLR & South Western Railway
Major travel disruption hit London commuters as a points failure crippled the Docklands Light Railway and a separate signal problem caused severe delays on South Western Railway services.
High Heels: A Queen's Vengeful Invention Against Rival
A startling new historical biography uncovers the dark and vengeful origins of the high heel, tracing it back to a plot by the 16th-century French Queen, Catherine de' Medici, driven by jealousy and a desire to humiliate her husband's mistress.
Heritage steam trains may return to Isle of Wight railways
Exclusive plans reveal heritage steam trains could make a triumphant return to the Isle of Wight, reviving nostalgic railway journeys across the beloved holiday island for the first time in decades.
Majorca's Scenic Train Returns After 50 Years
Majorca's historic train line from Palma to Sóller returns, offering breathtaking mountain and citrus grove views, revitalising tourism and local travel on the Balearic island.
London Commuter Chaos: DLR & Tube Staff Strike
London's transport network faces major disruption as RMT union members on the Docklands Light Railway and London Underground stage a 48-hour strike over pay and conditions, crippling key commuter routes.
1940s Railway Carriage Transformed into Boutique Cinema
Discover the magical story behind 'The Sidings', a Swindon-based cinema meticulously crafted from a historic railway carriage, offering a nostalgic movie experience like no other in the UK.
Princess Margaret's 1963 visit inspired a secret luxury train
The remarkable story of how a royal visit by Princess Margaret to a Swindon railway works led to the creation of a unique, luxurious carriage that became a British Rail legend.
CCTV shows Dezi Freeman's last moments before train death
Exclusive CCTV images reveal the last moments of 23-year-old Dezi Freeman before he was tragically struck by a train at a Surrey station. An inquest hears details of the 'perfect storm' that led to the devastating incident.
World's Largest Train Station Opens in China
Discover the mind-boggling scale of China's new Shenzhen North Railway Hub, a £2 billion behemoth that's five times larger than London's Waterloo and redefines modern travel with its colossal size and cutting-edge technology.
Lost 1870s blueprints reveal London's ghost Grand Central station
Exclusive: Unearthed 19th-century architectural plans by Perceval Parsons expose the colossal rail terminus that was never built, a forgotten rival to London's St Pancras.
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.
World's Most Scenic Train Journey Costs Just £19
An adventurous tourist has uncovered the ultimate budget travel secret: experiencing Norway's world-famous Bergensbanen railway, hailed as one of the planet's most beautiful train journeys, for an unbelievable £19.
Vintage Train from Rome to Siena Through Tuscany
Discover la dolce vita aboard Italy's newest heritage railway. A beautifully restored 1930s train now offers a breathtaking day trip from Rome through the rolling hills of Tuscany to the medieval city of Siena.
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