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.
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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.
Bystanders Confront Mom After Son Nearly Hit by Train
Exclusive footage shows the tense moment bystanders apprehend Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, after her young son was nearly struck by a train in North Carolina. The incident has sparked a major police investigation and questions about child welfare.
Ukrainian Professor Murdered in German Train Ambush
A respected professor and Ukrainian refugee is brutally murdered in a targeted shooting on a regional train in Bavaria, as a lone gunman opens fire in a shocking act of violence that has stunned Germany.
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.
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.
Direct Rome to Siena Train Route Launches
A new direct train service now connects Rome and the heart of Tuscany, Siena, offering a faster, scenic route and boosting tourism in the iconic region.
I Took Santa's Magical Lapland Sleeper Train from London
A festive traveller shares her enchanting overnight journey aboard the Arctic Circle train to Lapland, detailing the magical cabins, stunning scenery, and essential tips for the ultimate Christmas holiday.
CrossCountry Train Drivers to Strike in October Over Pay
CrossCountry train drivers to stage 24-hour strike in October over pay dispute, threatening severe disruption to long-distance rail services across Britain.
CrossCountry Bank Holiday Strike Chaos: 48-Hour Walkout Confirmed
CrossCountry train passengers are bracing for severe disruption over the May bank holiday as ASLEF union drivers commence a 48-hour strike in a protracted dispute over pay and working conditions.
CrossCountry Train Strikes To Cause Bank Holiday Chaos
Passengers across Great Britain face severe Bank Holiday weekend travel disruption as ASLEF union members at CrossCountry trains announce a 48-hour strike over pay.
Luxury Alps Train with Free-Flowing Champagne & Fine Dining
Discover the ultimate luxury rail journey through the Swiss and Austrian Alps. This opulent train offers unlimited champagne, gourmet dining, and breathtaking panoramic views for an unforgettable, all-inclusive experience.
Hogwarts Express train suspended for urgent repairs
The iconic Jacobite steam train, famed as the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films, has been suspended indefinitely for urgent safety repairs to its carriages, disrupting travel plans and disappointing fans.
Major ScotRail disruption on Fort William to Glasgow line
Major travel chaos hit Scotland's West Highland Line as a train failure between Fort William and Glasgow left passengers stranded, with replacement transport struggling to cope with the severe disruption on one of the UK's most picturesque routes.
Interrail Sale: Expert Tips for Budget European Rail Travel
Discover insider tips for maximising the Interrail Global Pass sale. From hidden-gem routes in Spain and Scandinavia to money-saving strategies for France and Italy, our expert guide helps you craft an unforgettable European train journey on a budget.
ScotRail Cuts Off-Peak Fares by Up to 50% Across Scotland
ScotRail has launched a groundbreaking pilot scheme, slashing off-peak ticket prices by up to 50% on key routes across Scotland, making exploring the Highlands and cities more affordable than ever.
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
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.
Amtrak's New High-Speed Acela Trains Revealed for 2024
Amtrak is set to transform travel on the US East Coast with its new fleet of Next-Gen Acela high-speed trains, promising faster, smoother, and more sustainable journeys between Washington and Boston from 2024.
Hull Trains Strike: Drivers Walk Out Over Safety
Hull Trains drivers, represented by ASLEF, are striking over serious safety concerns, causing major disruptions to services between Hull and London. The union alleges management failures jeopardise passenger and crew safety.
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.
Gout forces British sprinter out of World Championships
British sprinting sensation Lachie Kennedy's dream of competing at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo is over after a devastating gout diagnosis and subsequent injury in training.
Oktoberfest Dream: Direct Sleeper Train From Rome To Munich
Raise a stein to sustainable travel! A new direct sleeper train will whisk travellers from Rome to Munich for the world's largest beer festival, Oktoberfest, combining Bavarian tradition with eco-friendly transport.
Wieambilla Ambush: Two Police Officers and Neighbour Slain
A routine welfare check in rural Queensland turned into a deadly ambush, claiming the lives of two young police officers and an innocent neighbour. The tragic incident at a remote Wieambilla property has shocked Australia and sparked a major investigation
Luxury Steam Train Journey: London to Bath
Discover the British Pullman's opulent new day trip from London Victoria to Bath. Indulge in fine dining, champagne, and live jazz on a stunning vintage steam train for an unforgettable travel experience.
Speedway Rivals in Explosive Track-Side Brawl
Explosive footage captures the moment two speedway rivals clashed in a furious on-track brawl, sparking a major disciplinary probe from the sport's governing body.
Schoolboy sprinter smashes 10-second barrier in 100m
Australian sprinting prodigy Gout Gout, 17, has stunned the athletics world by running a sub-10-second 100m at a school event, a time that would have placed him in the Olympic final.
Cooper vows fast-track asylum removals amid hotel protests
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper pledges a new rapid removal system for failed asylum seekers as public discontent over the use of hotels to house migrants intensifies across the UK.
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