Air France Passengers Stranded in Turkmenistan After Engine Fault
Air France flight from Bengaluru to Paris diverted to Turkmenistan due to engine fault, passengers stranded for days without visas.
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Amsterdam Bans Fatbikes After Accident Spike
Amsterdam is to ban fatbikes from city parks after a spike in serious accidents, particularly among children aged 12-15.
Six Firefighters Injured in London Fire Engine Crash
Six firefighters were hospitalised after two fire engines crashed in central London on 3 January while responding to an incident in Islington. Five have since been discharged.
Kings Cross Station Shut After Armed Police Arrest Man
Armed police arrested a man with a suspicious package at Kings Cross station on Wednesday evening, causing a lockdown and train delays before reopening.
Slackline Warning Issued Before Fatal Arizona Helicopter Crash
A slackline warning was issued a week before a helicopter crash in Arizona killed a groom and his three nieces on his wedding day.
Drivers Face £1,000 Fines for Incorrect Car Defrosting
Drivers could be fined up to £1,000 for idling while defrosting cars on public roads, warns RAC. Also fines for not clearing windscreen fully.
Empty Train to Run on Manchester-London Route After Regulator Axes Passenger Service
From December, the 7am Avanti West Coast train from Manchester to London will run empty after the ORR axed its passenger service, citing performance concerns.
Passport Warning for Brits to Spain, France, Italy, Greece
Over one million UK passports may fail entry rules for EU Schengen countries, with data showing 705,000 have under three months' validity and 350,000 issued over a decade ago.
Driving Instructor Offers Simple Solution to Tailgating: Increase Your Gap
Driving instructor Annie Winterburn advises leaving a larger gap to handle tailgaters safely. One in eight motorway crashes involve tailgating, with fines and points for offenders.
Munich Airport Closed for Second Day After Drone Sightings
Munich airport suspended flights for a second day due to drone sightings, stranding 6,500 passengers amid heightened security concerns.
UK Passport Warning for Summer Travel to EU
Over one million UK passports may fail EU entry requirements for France, Greece, Italy and Spain, new data shows.
Pedestrian fast lanes trialled in Glasgow and Leeds to aid speedy commuters
Pedestrian fast lanes trialled in Glasgow and Leeds to help fast walkers navigate crowded streets, backed by research showing public support.
Ryanair boss warns airport delays and cancellations will last all summer
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary warns flight delays and cancellations will continue throughout summer due to staff shortages, blaming Brexit for labour issues.
Spirit Airlines Ceases Operations; US Airlines Agree to Cap Fares for Stranded Passengers
Spirit Airlines collapses, US airlines cap fares for stranded passengers, and transportation secretary announces employee assistance measures.
French Air Traffic Control Strike Threatens UK Holiday Flights in October
French air traffic controllers strike from 7-10 Oct 2025 threatens mass cancellations and delays for UK holiday flights, echoing July's disruption.
Fifty Years of Labour Union Documentaries: Solidarity on Screen
A look at 50 years of labour union documentaries, from 'Harlan County, USA' to modern films capturing workers' solidarity and strikes.
Masked Teen on E-Bike Given Second Chance After Hitting Mum
A masked 19-year-old on an e-bike who ran a red light and struck a mother and her four-year-old son in Middleton has been handed a suspended prison sentence.
Rail fares in England to rise 4.9% in March despite record delays
England rail fares to rise 4.9% in March, capped below RPI but above CPI inflation, sparking Labour criticism as 'brutal bumper rise' amid record delays.
Bridge Collapse Kills Five Workers on Chinese High-Speed Rail Line
Five workers died after a 95-metre bridge section collapsed in Jiangsu, China. Rescue operations finished; investigation underway.
Middle East Airspace Crisis: UK Flights Suspended Until Monday Amid Travel Chaos
UK flights suspended until Monday amid Middle East airspace crisis. Hundreds of thousands stranded as Gulf hubs close. Worst travel chaos since Covid.
Father's 285-Mile Driving Test Journey Ends in Cancellation Over Damp Seat
Father drives 285 miles for driving test, only for it to be cancelled due to a wet seat from rain. He now faces months of waiting.
FAA Chief Admits Failures in Deadly Mid-Air Crash
FAA chief admits failures led to January 2025 mid-air crash that killed 67, including systemic issues with helicopter separation near Reagan Airport.
Royal Mail Fined £21m by Ofcom for Persistent Delivery Failures
Royal Mail fined £21m by Ofcom for missing delivery targets; millions of letters arrived late. Regulator demands urgent improvement plan.
Asda Partners with Ocado for Home Delivery Tech from 2027
Asda will use Ocado software for online groceries and deliveries from 2027, aiming to revive sales and market share.
Passenger Body-Shamed After Refusing to Give Up Window Seat
Woman refuses to swap window seat, mother body-shames her on flight; daughter apologises for mother's behaviour.
Arctic Storm Leaves Five Dead and Causes Travel Chaos Across Europe
An Arctic storm brings snow, ice, and freezing temperatures across Europe, causing at least five deaths in France and severe travel disruption in the UK, Netherlands, and elsewhere.
Five Simple Winter Hacks to Prevent Ice Delays
Discover five simple hacks to prevent ice and frost from delaying your winter mornings, including a cheap household item trick.
Pilot Was Slumped Over Before Virginia Plane Crash, Reports Say
Pilot of crashed Virginia plane was seen slumped over; fighter jets intercepted after airspace breach. Four dead, including owner's family. Hypoxia suspected.
Ryanair Boss Warns of Summer Travel Chaos Due to French Strikes
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary warns of flight cancellations and delays this summer due to French air traffic control strikes and staffing shortages.
HS2 To Serve Whole Country Says Rail Minister
Rail minister Lord Hendy says HS2 will serve most of northern England when line to Euston completed, despite cost overruns and reduced scope.
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