Category : Transport


Woman calls for size checks after uncomfortable flight

Roksana Ashcroft endured a nine-hour flight where a larger passenger used her as an armrest. She's now calling for airlines to introduce pre-flight checks for plus-sized travellers. Read her story and the divided public reaction.

M1 lanes closed after lorry crash and snow

Three lanes shut on M1 northbound after lorry crash in snowy conditions. Four miles of congestion as Storm Goretti causes rush hour travel chaos. Follow live updates.

Onion Trick Stops Ice on Car Windscreen

Drivers can prevent frost on their windscreen overnight using a common kitchen onion. Experts reveal how this unusual method creates a barrier against ice, saving time on cold mornings.

East Midlands Airport closed by heavy snow

East Midlands Airport closes its runway due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti, disrupting Jet2, Ryanair & TUI flights. Check with your airline for latest travel updates.

North Carolina May Lose $50M Over Trucker Licences

North Carolina could lose nearly $50 million in federal funding if it fails to revoke flawed commercial driver's licences issued to immigrants, following a federal audit. Read the full story.

Birmingham Airport Shut by Storm Goretti Snow

Birmingham Airport suspends all flights as Storm Goretti blankets the West Midlands in snow. Travel chaos unfolds with cancellations and school closures. Get the latest updates.

Heavy Snow Strands 1,000 at Birmingham Airport

Heavy snowfall forces Birmingham Airport to suspend all runway operations, leaving up to 1,000 passengers stranded and causing widespread flight diversions and cancellations.

Three Boys Fall From Bus Window in Wigan

Three schoolboys, aged 13 and 14, were hospitalised after falling from an emergency exit window on a double-decker bus in Ashton-in-Makerfield. Police are investigating the incident. Read the full details.

5 Breathtaking UK Train Trips for Less Than £10

Discover five of Britain's most picturesque railway journeys, all for under a tenner. From coastal views to moorland adventures, explore stunning scenery without the premium price tag.

Scenic UK train trips for less than £10

Discover five of Britain's most picturesque railway journeys, all with return fares under a tenner. From coastal Cornwall to Yorkshire moors, adventure is affordable.

BA Turbulence Breaks Ankles, Investigation Finds

An AAIB report details how turbulence on a BA flight from LA to Heathrow left two with broken ankles. The captain's swift action with seatbelt signs prevented more injuries. Read the full investigation.

Three Pupils Fall Through Double-Decker Bus Window

Three high school pupils were rushed to hospital with potentially serious injuries after falling through a window on the top deck of a school bus in Ashton-in-Makerfield. Police investigation is ongoing.

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