French Skydiving Plane Crash Kills All 11 Onboard
A skydiving plane crashed in north-eastern France, killing all 11 people onboard, including five students and five instructors, plus the pilot. The plane fell almost vertically after takeoff.
Category : Transport
Manchester Rail Disruption After Person Hit by Train
Emergency services are at the scene after a person was struck by a train, causing major disruption to services to Manchester Piccadilly until at least 6pm.
14 Killed in Saudi Aramco Helicopter Crash in Ras Tanura
All 14 people on board a Saudi Aramco helicopter were killed in a crash in Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia. Investigations are underway, the state news agency said.
Saudi Helicopter Crash Kills All 14 Aboard
A helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia killed all 14 people on board. The aircraft belonged to Aramco, the world's largest oil company. The accident occurred at 6am local time on Sunday, with no survivors.
14 killed in Aramco helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia
At least 14 people died when an Aramco helicopter crashed in Saudi Arabia. All victims were Saudi nationals. The crash occurred around 6am local time, with no survivors, the Saudi Ministry of Energy confirmed.
FCDO Warns British Tourists About Spain Drowning Risks
The FCDO has updated its travel advice for Spain, warning Brits about drowning dangers in pools and seas following tragic deaths, including a three-year-old girl in Mallorca.
Tourist praised for moving towels off reserved sunbeds in Tenerife
Ellie McAdams removed towels from unoccupied sunbeds after five hours in Tenerife, sparking debate. Lifeguard approved. Video has 11,000+ views.
Lufthansa Jet Makes Emergency Landing at Heathrow After Engine Fire Alert
A Lufthansa Airbus A320neo made an emergency landing at Heathrow after a mid-air engine fire alert. Passengers reported the left engine was shut down.
HS2 Cost Could Hit £102bn with First Trains Delayed to 2039
HS2 cost could reach £102.7bn, with first trains delayed until 2039. Transport secretary blames previous government for 'obscene' increases.
Guide to Clarkson's Farm locations: Diddly Squat and The Farmer's Dog
Guide to visiting Diddly Squat Farm Shop and The Farmer's Dog pub from Clarkson's Farm, including opening times and travel tips.
Drivers Warned Sweet Smell in Car Could Signal Costly Coolant Leak
Drivers warned a sweet smell in their car could signal a coolant leak, potentially leading to £1,000+ repairs. Expert advice on early detection.
UK Drivers Waste 12 Hours Yearly on Car Admin, Study Finds
UK drivers waste 12 hours yearly on car admin, losing 565 hours over a lifetime. BMW study highlights smart tech to reclaim time.
Record Number of UK Drivers Concerned About State of Local Roads, RAC Warns
RAC survey shows record 56% of UK drivers concerned about poor local roads, urging more government funding for repairs.
Malfunctioning CCTV Toll Bridge Fines Drivers Miles Away
Motorists are being unfairly fined for crossing Warburton Toll Bridge despite being hundreds of miles away, due to a malfunctioning CCTV and ANPR system.
England's World Cup 2026 Route: DR Congo to Spain
England's path to the World Cup final is clear after topping Group L; they face DR Congo in the round of 32, with potential clashes against Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and Spain.
Tourist Plane Crash Near Nancy: Several Dead
Several people are dead after a tourist plane carrying skydivers crashed in Tomblaine, near Nancy, France. Local reports warn of explosion risk; police to hold press conference.
M1 Closed in Leicestershire After Crash, Air Ambulance Called
The M1 northbound in Leicestershire is closed between Junction 20 and Junction 21 after a serious crash. An air ambulance has been scrambled, and delays are expected until early afternoon.
UK Travel Chaos: 40,000 Stranded by Flight Cancellations
Severe thunderstorms caused 900+ flight delays and dozens of cancellations at Heathrow and Gatwick, stranding an estimated 40,000 passengers over the weekend.
UK Airports 100ml Liquid Rule: Newcastle Update
Most UK airports still enforce the 100ml liquid rule. Newcastle International Airport requires containers up to 100ml, but no plastic bag needed. Check your airport before flying.
GM Roadworks: Delays Until Dec 2027 on Key A Roads
Major roadworks across Greater Manchester cause delays on key A roads, with one closure on A57 Mottram Moor lasting until December 2027. Full list of closures.
Qantas to Launch World's Longest Nonstop Flight from Sydney to London in 2027
Qantas to launch world's longest nonstop flight from Sydney to London in 2027, covering 10,573 miles in over 20 hours.
Delta Air Lines Sued After Lost iPad Used to Record Explicit Videos
Delta sued after employee used lost iPad to record explicit videos, which synced to family's cloud account.
UC Payments Risk: Holiday Rules Explained
Universal Credit claimants risk losing payments if they go on holiday for too long. The DWP allows one month abroad with conditions; extended absences possible for medical treatment or bereavement.
M6 Toll Among UK's Priciest Motorways at £10.50 Return
Motorists can save over £10 by using Google Maps' 'avoid tolls' feature, with the M6 toll costing £10.50 for a standard car.
Suffolk Family's Holiday Cancelled After Boarding Wizz Air Flight
Suffolk family's Wizz Air flights to Cyprus cancelled twice, leaving them £1,000 out of pocket and in disbelief.
Mechanic Scotty Kilmer warns drivers against buying popular used Volkswagen Golf
Mechanic Scotty Kilmer warns against buying fifth-generation Volkswagen Golf, citing poor build quality and costly repairs.
Emergency Landing Grounds Flights at Birmingham Airport
Birmingham Airport runway closed after emergency landing of Beechcraft plane; 25 flights cancelled, passengers stranded.
Check Hay Fever Meds or Face Unlimited Fine and Ban
Motorists are urged to check their hay fever medication before driving this June, as some antihistamines can cause drowsiness and impair driving, leading to unlimited fines and a minimum one-year driving ban under UK law.
Original Tyne and Wear Metro Trains Bow Out After 46 Years
The original Class 599 Tyne and Wear Metro trains completed their final week of service, having travelled half a billion kilometres and carried 1.7 billion customers over 46 years.
Londoners Defy Tube Strikes as Elizabeth Line Usage Surges
Londoners adapt to Tube strikes with increased use of Elizabeth line, Overground, buses, and cycling; RMT talks set for next week.
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