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North Korea Loses 2,000 Troops in Flood Catastrophe

Exclusive report reveals a catastrophic incident in North Korea where thousands of young troops perished during a rushed infrastructure project ordered by Kim Jong-un, highlighting the regime's brutal disregard for human life.

Noisy Roads & Flight Paths Linked to Higher Stroke Risk

Groundbreaking UK research reveals a direct link between long-term exposure to traffic, rail, and aircraft noise and a heightened risk of suffering a stroke. Discover the alarming findings and which areas pose the greatest threat to your health.

Shocking Moment Train Obliterates Car on Level Crossing

Dramatic video captures the terrifying moment a train smashes into a car stranded on a level crossing in the UK. The driver miraculously survived after a barrier came down on his vehicle, trapping him on the tracks.

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

Network Rail fined £6.7m over Stonehaven derailment

Network Rail has been handed a £6.7 million fine for safety failures that led to the 2020 Stonehaven train derailment, which resulted in three fatalities. The sentencing at the High Court in Glasgow concludes a major legal case following the tragic accide

SNCF fined €1,000 after train noise distresses cat

France's state-owned railway company, SNCF, has been ordered to pay a €1,000 fine after a court ruled the noise from its trains in Brittany was unacceptable, following a unique complaint centred on a resident's distressed cat.

British woman fined £1700 in France for her cat's miaows

A British woman living in France has been ordered to pay a staggering £1,700 fine after a court ruled her cat's miaows were a 'repeated nuisance' to neighbours. The bizarre legal battle highlights extreme noise nuisance laws on the continent.

Best Wireless Headphones UK 2024 Revealed

Cut through the noise with our definitive expert review. We've tested all the top models to crown the best wireless headphones for sound, comfort, and value in the UK market.

Boy's Deadly Steam Train 'Game of Chicken' on Isle of Man

Shocking footage emerges of a young boy playing a deadly 'game of chicken' with a moving steam train on the Isle of Man. Police have launched an urgent investigation into the reckless incident that has horrified locals and railway enthusiasts.

Scottish castle with private railway station for sale

A magnificent 19th-century Scottish castle with its own private railway station, servants' quarters, and extensive stables has hit the market for a staggering £15 million. Discover this unique piece of heritage.

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.

Southeastern Railway passenger hit with £2,500 fine

A Southeastern Railway passenger received a staggering £2,500 fine in a controversial penalty case. Discover the full story behind this unprecedented fine and how to avoid similar travel penalties.

US Open players revolt over 'unplayable' noise levels

Professional tennis stars are in open revolt over the disruptive and chaotic noise levels at the 2024 US Open, with many branding the famed Flushing Meadows atmosphere as 'unplayable' and a threat to the sport's integrity.

Bollywood Wedding Venue Sparks 9-Year Neighbour Feud

Exclusive: A nine-year neighbourhood war has erupted in an English village as residents claim a Bollywood-style wedding venue is terrorising the community with all-night parties, revving supercars, and deafening drums, leaving locals sleep-deprived and pe

Ukraine Vows Victory as Russia Attacks on Independence Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivers a powerful address on Independence Day, pledging victory against Russia amid a wave of missile strikes on civilian targets, including a railway station, resulting in multiple casualties.

Amtrak and NASA forge revolutionary rail partnership

Amtrak and NASA join forces in a groundbreaking collaboration to develop high-tech, safer, and more efficient trains, signalling a new era for rail transport in the US with potential global implications.

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