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BA Turbulence Breaks Ankles, Investigation Finds

An AAIB report details how turbulence on a BA flight from LA to Heathrow left two with broken ankles. The captain's swift action with seatbelt signs prevented more injuries. Read the full investigation.

Body found after plane crash in Essex reservoir

A man's body has been recovered from Hanningfield Reservoir following the crash of a private aircraft. Essex Police confirm no suspicious circumstances. Read the latest update.

Body found in Essex reservoir after plane crash

Divers have recovered a man's body from Hanningfield Reservoir following the crash of a private aircraft. Essex Police confirm no suspicious circumstances. Read the latest updates.

42 killed by drivers using mobile phones last year

Shocking new figures show a record 42 people died in accidents caused by drivers distracted by mobile phones. Campaigners demand it becomes 'culturally unacceptable'. Read the full report.

Red flags of a nightmare travel companion

Travelling with friends? Expert reveals the 5 red flags that signal a difficult travel buddy and how to avoid holiday conflicts. Plan your perfect 'mate-cation' today.

Dangerous UK junction gets £25k safety overhaul

A notorious Staffordshire junction dubbed one of Britain's most dangerous will undergo £25,000 safety improvements after 13 crashes were filmed in six weeks. Read how local action prompted change.

Military aircraft accidents surge 55% in 2024

Exclusive Pentagon data shows a 55% surge in serious military aviation accidents in 2024, with Marine Corps rates nearly tripling. Senator Warren demands congressional action.

Win £200 for Your Best 2025 Travel Tip

Share your favourite European travel discovery of 2025 for a chance to win a £200 Coolstays voucher. The best tips will be featured in the Guardian Travel section.

Men overconfident drivers, women safer - study

Groundbreaking UK research reveals a startling disconnect between driver confidence and actual road safety performance, with men overestimating their abilities while women demonstrate safer driving habits.

Police Helicopter Emergency Landing Near Leeds

A North Yorkshire Police helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing near Leeds, prompting an urgent investigation by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch. Discover the full story behind this alarming aviation incident.

Slow drivers killed 19 in decade - shock data

Exclusive investigation uncovers how excessively slow driving has caused more fatalities than speeding on UK roads, with 19 deaths and hundreds injured over ten years.

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