Spanish Train Drivers Strike After Deadly Crashes
Spain's largest train drivers' union calls a three-day nationwide strike demanding improved safety standards following two deadly railway accidents this week that claimed 44 lives.
Category : Transport
Highway Code Changes: Drivers Face £2,500 Fines
The Department for Transport launches a major campaign to educate drivers about 2022 Highway Code changes, as ignorance risks £2,500 fines and penalty points.
Royal Mail Delivery Suspensions Over Dog Attacks
Royal Mail warns customers that deliveries may be suspended to addresses where postal workers face dog attacks, with over 2,000 incidents annually putting vital mail at risk.
Dog Survives Spain Train Crash, Found After Four Days
A missing dog named Boro has been found alive four days after surviving one of Europe's worst rail disasters in Spain, bringing rare relief amid national mourning for 43 fatalities.
Missing Dog Found After Spain's Fatal Train Accident
Boro, the dog who vanished after Spain's devastating high-speed rail crash, has been found safe, providing a glimmer of hope amid national tragedy.
Mayor acted unlawfully in LTN removal, court rules
The Court of Appeal has ruled that the Mayor of Tower Hamlets acted unlawfully in attempting to remove three low traffic neighbourhood schemes in east London.
Third Spanish Rail Crash in Week as Train Hits Crane
A commuter train collided with a construction crane near Cartagena, Murcia, causing several light injuries. This marks Spain's third rail incident in five days, following deadly crashes in Andalusia and Catalonia.
Third Spanish Train Crash Injures Multiple After Crane Collision
A commuter train collided with a construction crane near Cartagena, Spain, injuring several people including one seriously. This marks the third significant rail incident in Spain within a week.
Lufthansa Sleepers Row: Book Economy Rows for Comfort
Lufthansa offers a Sleepers Row option in economy class, allowing passengers to book multiple seats for a lie-flat experience on long-haul flights, with amenities like mattresses and business-class blankets.
Third Train Incident in Week: Crane Crash in Southeast Spain
A passenger train collided with a crane in Alumbres, near Murcia, southeast Spain, marking the third such incident in a week. Emergency services are on scene, with injuries yet to be confirmed.
Third Spanish Rail Crash in Week as Train Hits Crane
A commuter train in Cartagena, Murcia, collided with a construction crane, causing multiple injuries. This marks Spain's third serious rail incident within a single week, following fatal crashes in Andalusia and Catalonia.
Blind Passenger Reveals London Rail Travel Struggles
A visually impaired campaigner from East Sussex details inconsistent Passenger Assist support at London Bridge, as RNIB research shows widespread accessibility failures across UK rail networks.
Thousands of UK Speeding Convictions May Be Overturned
A technical fault in variable speed limit cameras could lead to thousands of speeding convictions being scrapped, with drivers eligible for refunds and licence points removal.
London Tops Global Traffic Congestion List Again
London has been ranked as the world's worst megacity for traffic for the third year running, with average speeds of just over 10mph and drivers losing 136 hours annually in rush-hour delays.
SNCF's Child-Free Train Zone Sparks French Backlash
SNCF faces fierce criticism for launching a child-free 'Optimum' section on its premium TGV trains, with France's children's commissioner calling the policy 'shocking'.
Bologna's 30kph Speed Limit Faces Court and Government Opposition
Bologna's pioneering 30kph speed limit, implemented in 2024, has reduced accidents by 13% and fatalities by 50%, but now faces a regional court ruling and opposition from Italy's national government.
Norse Atlantic Airways Faces Passenger Fury Over Bangkok Flight Chaos
Passengers on Norse Atlantic Airways flights from Bangkok to the UK were left stranded on planes for six hours without food or drink, with reports of passports being confiscated by Thai immigration officials.
Ryanair Neglect: Passengers Sleep on Airport Floor
Dozens of British holidaymakers, including pregnant women and pensioners, were abandoned overnight at Krakow airport after a Ryanair flight cancellation, forced to sleep on the floor in -3°C temperatures.
Speed Camera Error Could Scrap Thousands of Convictions
A technical fault in variable speed limit cameras could see thousands of speeding convictions overturned as National Highways expands its investigation back to 2019.
UK Speeding Fines Cancelled Due to Faulty Camera Probe
National Highways expands investigation into technical failures with variable speed limit cameras, reviewing cases back to 2019. Thousands of motorists may have convictions overturned and receive compensation.
RingGo App Down Causes Parking Payment Chaos Nationwide
The RingGo parking payment app has suffered a major outage, leaving drivers across the UK unable to pay for parking during rush hour and causing widespread disruption.
Free Water Taxi Service Launches in Miami
Miami officials have launched a new free water taxi service connecting Miami and Miami Beach, aiming to reduce traffic congestion on overloaded causeways with scenic 20-minute bay crossings.
Air India Crash Plane Had Issues From Day One, Group Claims
A US aviation safety advocacy group alleges the Boeing 787 involved in the deadly Air India crash suffered repeated system failures throughout its 11-year service life, with problems beginning immediately.
Unusual Aircraft Still Flying: From Soviet Jets to Rare Models
Discover the fascinating world of unusual aircraft still in operation, from Soviet-era quad-jets to rare regional planes with intriguing histories and limited production runs.
Mother's E-Scooter Tragedy Campaign Calls for UK Law Reform
A grieving mother shares photos from her 14-year-old son's fatal e-scooter accident, demanding urgent government action as new reports highlight Britain's dangerous e-scooter crisis.
Blind Passengers Fear Being Stranded at Train Stations
A new RNIB survey finds 50% of blind and partially sighted people fear being left stranded at train stations due to unreliable passenger assistance services.
Speed Camera Glitch May Scrap Thousands of Convictions
A technical fault in variable speed cameras on smart motorways has led to wrongful prosecutions, prompting a government review dating back to 2019.
Blind People Struggle with Train Gaps, RNIB Finds
A survey by the RNIB shows 80% of blind and partially sighted people in the UK face difficulties with train platform gaps, leading to injuries and travel anxiety due to poor accessibility.
UK's Longest Bridge Doesn't Cross Water
The Bromford Viaduct in Birmingham, stretching 3.5 miles, is the UK's longest bridge despite not spanning any water, forming a key part of the M6 motorway.
M1 Closed After Lorry Fire Causes Major Congestion
A lorry fire has forced the closure of the M1 northbound between Milton Keynes and Northampton, causing extensive traffic delays and diversions.
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