Airline Luggage Rules: Safety and Revenue Drivers
Aviation expert explains why airlines are imposing stricter carry-on baggage limits, highlighting safety concerns and the multi-billion dollar ancillary revenue behind policy changes.
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M11 Essex: Major Delays After Stansted Airport Crash
Severe traffic congestion on M11 southbound in Essex near Stansted Airport following a serious overnight collision that left a vehicle overturned. National Highways warns closure will last hours.
UK Driving Test Changes: March 31 Deadline for Booking Rules
The DVSA has announced major changes to UK driving test booking rules from spring 2026, including a March 31 deadline limiting test changes to just two modifications per booking.
Ryanair Bag Change: EasyJet, Jet2 & BA Rules Compared
Ryanair has increased its free underseat bag size ahead of half term. We compare cabin baggage rules for EasyJet, Jet2, British Airways and TUI to help you avoid fees.
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M11 Essex Crash: Traffic Stopped Near Stansted Airport
A serious collision on the M11 motorway in Essex has led to traffic being stopped southbound between J7 and J6, near Stansted Airport, with emergency services attending.
Phone Made 35 Calls After Owner Died in Train Crash
In 2008, Charles Peck died instantly in California's Metrolink disaster, but his mobile phone mysteriously called family 35 times over 11 hours, helping rescuers locate his body in the wreckage.
United Airlines System Blackout to Affect Bookings and Check-Ins
United Airlines has announced a planned technology upgrade on February 4, 2026, causing a system blackout that will disrupt online bookings, check-ins, and flight changes. Passengers are advised to prepare in advance.
Scottish Airport Fees Up 600% Amid 'Cash Cow' Claims
Glasgow and Aberdeen airports face criticism for hiking drop-off charges by up to 600% over a decade, with passengers and taxi firms labelled 'cash cows' by critics.
FAA Warns Airlines Over Rocket Explosion Dangers
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a stark warning to pilots about the hazards of exploding space rockets, following reports of passenger flights taking evasive action during SpaceX Starship test failures.
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Two Dead in Greater Manchester Light Aircraft Crash
Two men have died after a light aircraft crashed in farmland near Littleborough, Rochdale. The Cirrus aircraft had taken off from Birmingham earlier on Tuesday morning.
American Airlines Flight Returns to Miami Over Disruptive Passenger
An American Airlines flight from Miami to Quito declared a mid-air emergency and returned to its departure airport due to a disruptive customer on board, landing safely with no injuries reported.
American Airlines Flight Diverts Over Disruptive Passenger
An American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 bound for Quito declared an emergency and returned to Miami after a disruptive passenger incident over Cuba, with no injuries reported.
United Airlines System Outage for Tech Upgrade
United Airlines will conduct a planned overnight technology upgrade affecting its flight reservation system, temporarily disabling many web and app services. Passengers are advised to prepare boarding passes in advance.
M11 Crash Sparks 60-Minute Delays, 5-Mile Congestion
A serious multi-vehicle collision on the M11 near Harlow has created five miles of congestion and 60-minute delays during rush hour, with traffic held southbound.
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World's Oldest Railway Station is in Manchester
Liverpool Road Station in Manchester, built in 1830, holds the Guinness World Record as the oldest surviving railway station globally and now forms part of the Science and Industry Museum.
Man Climbs on Plane Roof, Delays Flights in Valencia
A man caused two hours of flight delays at Valencia's Manises airport after climbing onto a Vueling Airbus A320 roof, shouting at staff before being removed by security.
Man Climbs onto Plane Roof, Causes Flight Delays in Spain
A man climbed onto the roof of a Vueling Airbus A320 at Valencia's Manises airport, causing two hours of flight delays before being removed by authorities.
Drivers Over 70 Face New Licence Rules and Mandatory Tests
The government's new Road Safety Strategy proposes mandatory eyesight testing for drivers aged 70+, with cognitive assessments also under consideration to improve safety.
Bus Crash Near Cheltenham: Two Hospitalised After Collision
Two individuals have been taken to hospital following a serious collision between a Stagecoach double-decker bus and a car on the A46 Shurdington Road near Cheltenham. Emergency services responded to the incident, which caused significant road closures an
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DVSA Warns Drivers Over Highway Code 100-Metre Headlight Rule
The DVSA highlights Highway Code Rule 226, requiring headlights in visibility under 100 metres. Aviva research shows 14% of drivers ignore this, risking safety in fog and adverse weather.
Parachute Deployed in Littleborough Plane Crash
Emergency services are responding after a light aircraft crashed near Littleborough, Greater Manchester. Social media images appear to show a yellow parachute canopy caught in a pylon.
Air India Dreamliner Grounded at Heathrow Over Fuel Switch Fault
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner was grounded at London Heathrow after a pilot detected a fuel control switch defect, echoing issues linked to a fatal crash in Ahmedabad last year.
Man on Vueling Plane Causes Two-Hour Delay in Spain
A flight from Valencia to Amsterdam was delayed over two hours after a man climbed on top of a Vueling aircraft, leading to security concerns and an investigation.
Air India Grounds Boeing 787 After Heathrow Fuel Switch Issue
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner has been grounded after a pilot discovered a potentially serious fault with a fuel control switch at London Heathrow, raising fresh safety concerns following last year's deadly crash.
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12 UK Car Registration Plate Rules You Need to Know
Motoring experts reveal the strict DVLA regulations for vehicle number plates that many drivers overlook. Failure to comply can result in fines, MOT failures, or even prosecution.
Light Aircraft Crash Near Manchester: Emergency Services Respond
Emergency services are at the scene of a light aircraft crash in the Littleborough area near Manchester. Two people are believed to have been on board as authorities work to establish circumstances.
Light Aircraft Crash in Greater Manchester
Emergency services are responding to a light aircraft crash in the Littleborough area near Rochdale, Greater Manchester, with two people reported on board.
Airlines Tighten Luggage Rules: Safety & Revenue Explained
Aviation expert explains why airlines are imposing stricter carry-on weight limits, highlighting safety concerns and the multi-billion dollar ancillary revenue driving policy changes.
Petrol Drivers Hit with 16p Per Mile Charges in February
Petrol prices hit five-year low as new government scheme requires stations to report prices in real-time, allowing drivers to compare costs across UK forecourts.
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BA Flight 'Church Service' With Hours of Preaching
Passengers on a British Airways flight from London to Jamaica endured nearly three hours of preaching and chanting, described as 'inconsiderate' by many online.
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