HS2 Chiltern Tunnels Reach Halfway Point
HS2's Chiltern tunnels reach halfway point, with 1.3 million cubic metres of chalk excavated for grassland restoration.
Category : Transport
Greater Manchester A Roadworks: 18-Month Delays in Some Areas
Roadworks on key A roads across Greater Manchester, excluding Manchester and Rochdale, with some causing delays for up to 18 months. Full list of closures and restrictions provided.
Queensway Tunnel to Close Four Nights for Maintenance
The Queensway (Birkenhead) Mersey Tunnel will close overnight from June 29 to July 3, 2026, for essential maintenance. Kingsway Tunnel remains open. Councils across Merseyside have published public notices on planning, road closures, and licensing.
Amtrak Airo Trains to Enter Service in 2026 on Cascades Route
Amtrak Airo trains debut in 2026 on Cascades route with new features like digital screens and automated steps, replacing Talgo Series 8.
UK Drivers Risk £100 Fine as Heatwave Hits Tuesday
Motorists face £100 fines from Tuesday as a heatwave with temperatures up to 37C hits Britain. Sun glare reduces visibility, increasing crash risk. Experts urge extra caution.
United Passenger's Viral Meltdown Over Flight Delay During Government Shutdown
TikTok footage captures a United Airlines passenger's foul-mouthed meltdown over a flight delay during the US government shutdown.
Royal Mail: 117 Postcodes Hit by Severe Delivery Delays
Royal Mail confirms severe delivery delays affecting 117 postcodes, including parts of the North East, amid Christmas concerns.
Royal Mail to End Saturday Second-Class Deliveries in £500m Overhaul
Royal Mail ends Saturday second-class deliveries, invests £500m to improve late service after record fine.
EasyJet Warns Post-Brexit Travel Rules May Favour the Wealthy
EasyJet warns new post-Brexit travel rules may make flying unaffordable for some due to expensive testing requirements.
Geneva Airport Closed by Tech Fault, Thousands of Passengers Disrupted
Geneva Airport closed due to a technical issue, causing flight diversions, delays, and cancellations affecting thousands of passengers.
Hero Train Inspector, 65, Dragged Under Train While Saving Teen Girl in Peru
Narciso Mimbela Rosas, 65, is in intensive care after being dragged under a train while rescuing a 14-year-old girl in Callao, Peru.
Man in His 20s Dies in M1 Crash Near Milton Keynes
A man in his 20s died after his car crashed into a barrier on the M1 near Milton Keynes. Police appeal for witnesses.
Drivers Demand Action on Traffic Light Failures in South Liverpool
Recurring traffic light failures at a busy south Liverpool junction have sparked driver frustration and safety concerns, with councillor launching a petition for action.
Hotel Fire Strands Tourists Without Passports in Dominican Republic
A fire at the Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham in the Dominican Republic has left nearly 1,700 tourists evacuated, with many losing passports. One guest died, and hotel staff are coordinating with embassies for replacement documents.
Qantas Delays Direct Sydney-London Flights to October 2027
Qantas delays nonstop Sydney-London flights to October 2027, drops Melbourne and Brisbane plans, and eyes Sydney-New York route.
F1 tech to speed up wifi on GWR trains
GWR trials F1 tech to boost onboard wifi, aiming to set new national benchmark for rail connectivity.
South Yorkshire Mayor Unveils £15bn Transport Plan
Rachel Reeves announces £15bn for transport outside London as part of £113bn capital investment, aiming to boost productivity in the North and Midlands.
Airfare Hikes 'Inevitable' as Airlines Face $100bn Extra Fuel Bill
Airlines face $100bn extra fuel bill, forcing fare hikes. Iata warns profits will halve; long-haul and business passengers hit hardest.
Christmas Train Strikes Announced by RMT, Disrupting CrossCountry Services
RMT announces strikes on CrossCountry for four Saturdays in December over pay and staffing disputes.
Beond Airline Cancels All Summer Flights, Passengers Scramble
Beond Airlines cancels all summer flights, leaving passengers scrambling for refunds amid financial pressures.
Royal Mail Replaces Iconic Red Post Boxes with Modern Design for Christmas
Royal Mail replaces thousands of red post boxes with modern solar-powered designs, sparking mixed reactions ahead of Christmas.
Rome Opens Colosseum Subway Station After 20 Year Wait
Rome opens two 'museum stations' on Metro C after years of delays, showcasing ancient treasures including a Roman barracks and wells with votive offerings.
Singapore to Introduce World's First Aviation Green Fuel Tax
Singapore to impose world-first green fuel tax on air passengers from 2026, with charges varying by distance and cabin class.
Italy's Gran Sasso Lab: Hunting for Dark Matter Under a Mountain
Gran Sasso lab in Italy uses 1.4km rock shield to hunt for dark matter particles called WIMPs, which make up 85% of universe's mass.
Jet2, EasyJet, Ryanair and TUI Check-In Desk Opening Times: Avoid Airport Delays
Know when Jet2, easyJet, Ryanair, and TUI check-in desks open to avoid delays with new EES checks. Arrive three hours before your flight.
LaGuardia Crash Highlights Strain on Air Traffic Control
A fatal runway collision at LaGuardia Airport highlights the intense pressures on air traffic controllers, including staffing shortages and demanding conditions.
Inside the Øresund Bridge: The Link That Vanishes
The Øresund Bridge, famed from TV's 'The Bridge', now faces delays due to Swedish identity checks, impacting commuters and symbolising changing border relations.
North East Road Closures and Roadworks June 22-28
Full list of road closures and roadworks across the North East for the week beginning June 22, including Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland, and County Durham.
Tui Airways Among Worst for UK Flight Delays in 2025
Tui Airways ranked fifth worst for UK flight punctuality in 2025, with average delays of 20 minutes 24 seconds. One route from Birmingham to Zante averaged 46 minutes late.
Metro to Run Every 10 Minutes from December 2026
Tyne and Wear Metro frequency increases to every 10 minutes from December 2026, with six trains per hour during daytime, as new fleet replaces old trains after 40 years.
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