Manchester Piccadilly Shuts for £7.9m Rail Upgrade

Manchester Piccadilly, the UK's second-busiest station outside London, closes for nine days for a £7.9 million track and signalling modernisation project, with limited services and rail replacement buses in operation.

Swiss Train Derailed by Avalanche, Injuries Reported

A train in Switzerland derailed after being hit by an avalanche near the Swiss Alps, causing five injuries. All 29 passengers were evacuated safely, with one hospitalized and four treated on-site. The line from Spiez is closed, and La Fouly village is bei

Africa's Tourism Boom Leads Global Recovery in 2025

The UN's World Tourism Barometer shows Africa recorded the highest growth in tourist arrivals at 8% in 2025, with Morocco and South Africa leading the surge. Global tourism hit a record 1.52 billion visitors.

China Drops Visa Requirement for UK Tourists

China will implement visa-free entry for UK and Canadian passport holders from 17 February 2026, allowing 30-day stays for tourism, business, and other purposes until year-end.

London Bus Fire Forces Passengers to Flee Blazing Vehicle

A double-decker bus in north-west London burst into flames during a journey, forcing passengers to evacuate rapidly. Two fire engines were dispatched to extinguish the blaze, with shocking footage capturing the dramatic incident.

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