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Donald Day accepts plea deal in Wieambilla shootings

Donald Day pleads guilty to multiple charges in connection with the deadly 2022 Wieambilla police shootings that shocked Australia, avoiding a lengthy trial through a negotiated plea agreement.

Italy general strike demands Gaza ceasefire

Rome and cities across Italy stand still in unprecedented national strike called by major unions protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza, with transport and schools disrupted nationwide.

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.

Caledonian Sleeper returns with luxury overnight trains

The iconic Caledonian Sleeper service has triumphantly returned with upgraded carriages and enhanced amenities, offering travellers a magical overnight journey between London and Scotland's most breathtaking destinations.

UK's Most Scenic Train Routes Revealed

Discover the UK's most spectacular train routes that transform ordinary travel into extraordinary adventures through stunning landscapes and hidden gems.

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.

Extreme lengths UK commuters go to for a train seat

An investigation reveals the extraordinary lengths UK commuters go to secure a seat on Britain's most overcrowded trains, from 'train stalking' to strategic boarding tactics at major stations like Clapham Junction.

Scottish Train Journey Named Among Europe's Most Scenic

A spectacular Scottish rail adventure from Fort William to Mallaig, famed for its Harry Potter viaduct, has been officially named one of Europe's most stunning train journeys, beating iconic routes across the continent.

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.

Colbert's Emmy Plea: Hollywood Must Rehire Staff

Late-night host Stephen Colbert issues a stark warning to Hollywood studios at the 2024 Emmys, demanding they rehire striking production staff before next year's ceremony or face a potential boycott from industry stars.

RMT mocks stranded London commuters from Majorca beach

The RMT union faces a massive backlash after posting a 'cheeky' holiday photo from Majorca, taunting London Underground travellers hit by a crippling 24-hour strike that brought the capital to a standstill.

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.

Gen Z's Driving Anxiety: Fear of Parking & Petrol Pumps

A startling new study reveals a growing driving anxiety epidemic among young Brits. Gen Z drivers are confessing to avoiding basic manoeuvres like parallel parking and refuelling due to a crippling lack of confidence. Is the digital age creating a generat

Lumo Scraps London-Glasgow Train Service

Budget rail operator Lumo is scrapping its direct London King's Cross to Glasgow Central service from April 2025, citing commercial unviability and shifting travel patterns post-pandemic.

Lumo launches budget Glasgow-London train route

Budget rail operator Lumo announces a new direct service connecting Glasgow Central to London King's Cross, promising fares up to 90% cheaper than standard train tickets and challenging aviation on the busy corridor.

1970s Glamour Train Returns for Luxury European Tours

A legendary 1970s luxury train, the Trans-Europ Express, is making a spectacular comeback. Discover how you can experience the golden age of rail travel through Europe's most stunning landscapes in retro-futuristic style.

London Tube and DLR staff announce new April strike dates

Millions of London commuters brace for severe disruption as RMT union members on the Tube and Docklands Light Railway schedule a 48-hour walkout in April over an ongoing pay dispute, threatening a complete shutdown of key services.

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