The Awkward Truth About Giving Up Your Seat On UK Transport
Celia Imrie's train journey highlights the awkward etiquette of offering seats on UK public transport, where good intentions can lead to embarrassment.
Category : Transport
Flashing Headlights Warning Could Land Drivers in Trouble
AA warns drivers against myths about tricking speed cameras, emphasising safety and legal compliance.
Hacky Sack Craze Overwhelms Retailers As Gen Z Embraces 90s Trend
Gen Z revives 90s hacky sack trend, overwhelming retailers and crashing websites as demand surges on TikTok.
Passengers in 'Sheer Panic' After Holiday Flight Severely Damaged by Bird Strike
Iberia flight from Madrid to Paris forced to return after bird strike damages nose cone, causing smoke in cabin and panic among passengers.
London Bus Strike Threatens Notting Hill Carnival Chaos
Nearly 2,000 London bus workers vote on strike over pay dispute, threatening Notting Hill Carnival travel chaos.
Engineer Reveals Reason for 60mph on Narrow Country Lanes
A highways engineer explains why many narrow country lanes in the UK have a 60mph speed limit, despite poor visibility and winding roads, highlighting safety and rural community impacts.
EasyJet Launches Nine New UK Routes with Fares from £24
EasyJet announces nine new winter routes from UK airports, with fares from £24, including unique services to Sharm El Sheikh, Rome, and Ljubljana.
O'Hare Airport Ordered to Cut 300 Daily Flights to Ease Delays
O'Hare Airport ordered to cut 300 daily flights to reduce delays during summer 2026, limiting operations to 2,708 flights per day.
Qantas Delays London-Sydney Nonstop Flights to Late 2027
Qantas delays London-Sydney nonstop flights to late 2027, using specially configured A350-1000s with fewer seats and higher fares.
Jet2 Flight Diverts to Gatwick After Mid-Air Emergency
Jet2 flight from Alicante to Glasgow declared emergency, diverted to Gatwick due to medical issue. Plane landed safely.
Driver Charged After Double Decker Bus Roof Torn Off in Eccles Bridge Crash
Christopher Henry charged with three counts of causing serious injury by dangerous driving after bus roof torn off in Eccles bridge crash.
British Airways Flight Diverts to Lyon After Medical Emergency
British Airways flight BA78 from Ghana to Heathrow diverted to Lyon after a medical emergency. The Airbus A350 landed safely and later continued to London.
Qantas's 'Project Sunrise' London-Sydney Non-Stop Flight Delayed to 2027
Qantas's Project Sunrise non-stop flights from London and New York to Sydney delayed to November 2027 due to aircraft delivery issues.
Violinist Entertains Weary Travellers Amid Lengthy TSA Delays at Atlanta Airport
Violinist Michelle Winters performs at Atlanta airport amid long TSA waits due to government shutdown, sparking online debate.
Heathrow Tunnel Closure Causes Chaos and Overcrowding
Heathrow Airport saw chaos as a tunnel closure caused overcrowding and delays, with Elizabeth Line services suspended and passengers facing long waits.
Wizz Air's Three-Hour Airport Advice Questioned by Travel Expert
Travel expert Kate Donnelly says Wizz Air's three-hour airport advice is 'useless' as check-in desks open only two hours before departure.
£50m Junction Still Closed After 6 Years: Drivers Furious
Motorists are outraged over a £50 million M49 junction that remains closed six years after completion, due to a missing link road. Lorry drivers face hour-long detours, calling the situation a 'complete farce'.
Lumo Launches Budget London to Glasgow Train Service
Lumo launches budget London to Glasgow train service with tickets under £50, offering cheaper alternative to Avanti West Coast.
Germany Rejects Autobahn Speed Limits Amid Safety Concerns
Germany maintains no blanket Autobahn speed limit despite growing public support and safety studies showing benefits of a 120 km/h cap.
Global Airlines: New UK Carrier's Maiden Flight to NYC
Global Airlines, a new UK carrier, makes its maiden flight from Glasgow to NYC on 15 May using an A380, with limited charter services and plans for scheduled flights on hold.
French Open to Adjust Courts After Safety Complaints
Roland Garros to adjust courts after players, including Iga Swiatek and Katie Boulter, complain about advertising boards causing injuries.
Drivers Warned: Loud Car Music Could Lead to £5,000 Fine
UK drivers risk £5,000 fine for loud music, singing, or dancing in car, experts warn. Bradford trial also allows £100 fines for noise.
Abandoned World Cup Stadium Now a Bus Garage
The Arena BRB Mane Garrincha in Brasilia, which hosted seven 2014 World Cup matches, has been repurposed as a bus depot and event space after falling into disuse.
Secret M5 Junction and Abandoned Road Revealed
AutoShenanigans uncovers a secret police-only junction and an abandoned road on the M5. Drivers share nostalgic memories of the iconic motorway.
Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker Intercepted in Channel
Keir Starmer confirms Royal Marine Commandos and NCA officers boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel, delivering a blow to Putin's war funding.
M5's Secret Junction and Abandoned Road Revealed
YouTube channel AutoShenanigans uncovers a hidden police-only junction on the M5 and an abandoned medieval road near Exeter, sparking nostalgic reactions from viewers.
Seat Snatchers On Trains: A Frustrating Trend And What You Can Do
Seat snatching on trains is on the rise, with passengers refusing to vacate reserved seats. Train companies offer limited help, and the trend reflects a broader decline in courtesy.
Your Rights For Delayed Or Cancelled Flights Explained
Know your rights for flight delays and cancellations this summer, including care, compensation, and refunds from the CAA.
Wizz Air Named Most Complained About Airline in UK
Wizz Air tops UK complaint rate with 918 per million passengers, while BA upholds 83% of complaints.
Jet2's Free Twilight Check-In Makes Early Flights Easier
Jet2's free Twilight Check-in lets passengers drop bags the night before morning flights, skipping queues and making early departures easier.
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