Manchester Airport busiest summer, flights delayed July 30
Manchester Airport expects record 5.7m passengers this summer; flights delayed on July 30 include Ryanair and easyJet to various destinations.
Category : Transport
Heathrow Middle East Flights Halved Amid Airspace Closures
Heathrow sees half of Middle East flights cancelled as airspace closures and UK evacuation plans affect thousands of travellers.
Passenger trapped in train toilet for two hours rescued by firefighters
A claustrophobic passenger was trapped in a train toilet for two hours before being rescued by firefighters at Oxford station.
Virgin Atlantic Flight Declares Emergency Over UK After Passenger Falls Ill
Virgin Atlantic flight VS8 from Los Angeles declared an emergency over the UK due to a passenger medical incident, landing early at Heathrow.
New EU Border System Causing Three-Hour Airport Delays, Airports Warn
EU's new Entry-Exit System causes up to three-hour queues at airports; ACI warns of unmanageable summer delays and seeks power to suspend checks.
Head-on train crash near Copenhagen leaves five critically injured
Head-on train collision near Copenhagen injures at least 18, five critically. Investigations into signal errors and human factors underway.
MPs propose free bus travel for under-22s in England
MPs propose free bus travel for under-22s in England to improve access to work and training, citing decline in services and 'transport deserts'.
Labour's Rail Renationalisation: 'More Than a Paint Job', Says Minister
Labour pushes rail renationalisation with new livery, app, and central control; fares frozen but no promise of cuts; seven firms already public.
Bus Skids on Ice, Knocks Down Historic Pillar in Liverpool Park
A bus skidded on ice and knocked down a historic pillar near Sefton Park in Liverpool. No injuries, bus was out of service. Weather warnings continue.
Woman Dies in A19 Crash After Police Pursuit in Sunderland
A woman in her 20s died on the A19 in Sunderland after a police pursuit of a BMW led to a collision with another car. The BMW driver has been arrested.
European airports close as extreme black ice hits
Severe black ice forces closures at airports in Budapest, Prague, Vienna and Bratislava, with flights suspended and delays across Europe.
Jet2 and Ryanair Ban Airport Coffee
Jet2 and Ryanair ban airport coffee from being taken on board, citing safety and operational reasons. Passengers must consume or discard before boarding.
Drivers Warned Not to Use Cruise Control on Icy Roads During Storm Goretti
Drivers warned not to use cruise control on icy roads during Storm Goretti, as experts say it reduces reaction times and can cause skids.
Ryanair Slashes 24 Routes In Winter Schedule Cuts
Ryanair announces 24 route cuts to Spain, Portugal, France and Germany due to airport fee disputes, warns of summer cancellations if fuel crisis persists.
Hyndford Road resurfacing to close in two phases in August
Hyndford Road in Lanark will close in two sections for up to four days each starting August 4 and August 9 for £200k resurfacing work.
Passenger Sues BA for Being 'Squashed' Next to Obese Man on 13-Hour Flight
A man is suing British Airways after claiming he was injured when squashed next to an obese passenger on a 13-hour flight from Bangkok to London.
Ten Dead in Mexico Private Jet Crash Including Three Children
A private jet crash in Mexico kills ten, including three children, near Toluca Airport. Pilot reported engine trouble before crash.
M6 reopens after four-vehicle crash and car fire near Knutsford
M6 northbound near Knutsford reopens after four-vehicle crash and car fire. One person injured, all others safe. Traffic now easing.
Simba Rok Slippers: 'Like Walking on a Cloud' – Ideal Father's Day Gift
Simba Rok slippers praised by dads and grandads for cloud-like comfort. Reflexology sole, Merino wool, indoor/outdoor – perfect Father's Day gift.
Helicopter crash on Sacramento highway: motorists help rescue woman pinned underneath
Motorists helped lift a medical helicopter off a woman pinned underneath after a crash on Highway 50 in Sacramento, critically injuring three crew members.
M6 Closed for Dramatic Rescue of Racehorse Stranded After Wolverhampton Race
M6 closed to rescue racehorse Lion Ring after horsebox breakdown following Wolverhampton race. Trainer Andy Martin praises 'rescue heroes'.
Six-Year-Old Girl Sole Survivor of Spanish Rail Disaster That Killed 42
Six-year-old girl sole survivor of family in Spanish train crash that killed 42; families mourn and seek answers as national mourning begins.
Storm Claudia Sparks Travel Chaos and 'Do Not Travel' Warnings
Storm Claudia brings heavy rain and flooding to UK, causing travel chaos and 'do not travel' warnings. Amber and yellow weather alerts in place.
London Tube Station Mysteriously Vanished from Official Map for 20 Years
Kensington (Olympia) station was left off the London Underground map for nearly 20 years due to wartime secrecy and its role transporting Post Office workers.
Crane Collapse Kills 32 in Thailand Train Derailment
A crane collapse on a passenger train in Thailand kills 32, with dozens injured, at a Chinese-backed high-speed rail construction site.
Thailand Crane Collapse Kills 32 on Train
At least 32 killed when crane collapses on passenger train in Thailand, part of China-backed high-speed rail project.
Six-year-old girl is only member of family to survive Spanish rail disaster
A six-year-old girl is the sole survivor of her family in a Spanish train crash that killed 42 people; she was found walking along the tracks with minor injuries.
Spelling Blunder on Road Sign Sparks Online Mockery in Cirencester
A road sign in Cirencester was repainted to read 'Ceep Klear' instead of 'Keep Clear', sparking online mockery. The contractor has since corrected the error.
HS2 ‘bat shed’ cost exceeds £100m, chair reveals
HS2 chair Sir Jon Thompson says the 'bat shed' to protect Bechstein's bats has cost over £100m, with no evidence trains pose a risk.
Drivers Risk £2,500 Fine and MOT Fail Over Faulty Wipers
Drivers warned of £2,500 fine and MOT failure for faulty windscreen wipers. Experts advise regular replacement every 6-12 months.
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