Drone Footage Shows Gateshead Flyover Demolition
Panoramic drone footage captures the Gateshead flyover demolition as it enters its most complex stage, with Park Lane roundabout set to close from July 25 causing traffic chaos.
Category : Transport
UK Warns of 2-Day Travel Disruption in Ankara for NATO Summit
The UK Foreign Office warns of road closures and air travel restrictions in Ankara on July 7-8 due to the NATO summit, with commercial flights prohibited at Esenboga Airport during specified hours.
Missing Pakistan Plane Near K2 Sparks Search
A Pakistan International Airlines plane carrying 48 people has gone missing near K2, the world's second-highest mountain. Search efforts are underway but hindered by extreme weather conditions.
EMR Urges Travel Before 12pm in Heatwave
East Midlands Railway advises passengers to travel before midday this week as the third heatwave of the year hits the UK, with services suspended and reduced speeds expected.
UAE Cargo Plane Missing Off Karachi After Rapid Descent
A Boeing 737 cargo plane operated by K2 Airways vanished off Karachi after a rapid descent and loss of contact with air traffic controllers. Search-and-rescue operations are underway in the Arabian Sea for the five people on board.
Police Cordon Off Toxteth Road After Two-Car Crash
A two-car crash at the junction of Admiral Street and High Park Street in Toxteth has led to a road closure. Emergency services attended the scene at around 8.30pm on July 7, with minor injuries reported. No arrests have been made.
Cargo plane missing near Karachi after rapid descent
A cargo plane vanished off Karachi, Pakistan, late Tuesday after rapidly descending and losing contact with air traffic control during a flight from the UAE. Search and rescue operations are underway.
Rail passengers warned: travel only if essential in heatwave
East Midlands Railway advises passengers to avoid trains unless essential as UK's third heatwave pushes temperatures past 35C, with services suspended and reduced speeds.
Car Fire Engulfs Vehicle in Port Talbot Residential Area
A parked car burst into flames in Princess Margaret Way, Aberavon, Port Talbot, sending thick smoke over the street. Fire crews extinguished the blaze with no injuries reported.
Air Canada to Halt All Flights as Cabin Crew Strike Looms
Air Canada to halt all flights by 16 August as cabin crew strike over pay, affecting 120,000 daily passengers including UK routes.
Thousands of UK Passengers Stranded After Dubai Drone Attack
Thousands of UK passengers stranded after drone attack shuts Dubai airport, causing flights to divert or return.
Lumo Launches Budget Glasgow-London Train Route
Lumo launches budget train service between Glasgow and London with tickets from £33.10, aiming to boost connectivity and attract visitors to the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
SAS Cancels 1,000 Flights in April Amid Fuel Price Surge
SAS cancels 1,000 flights in April due to fuel price surge from Middle East conflict, warns of possible price hikes.
Radio System Failure Causes Major Disruption at London Waterloo
A radio system fault disrupted trains across southern England, especially London Waterloo, with delays up to 90 minutes. Services now recovering.
Five Hospitalised, Including Two Children, After 15-Vehicle Crash on M73
Five people, including two children, were hospitalised after a 15-vehicle crash on the M73 near Gartcosh. The road was closed for several hours.
Gateshead Flyover Demolition Leaves Road Below Unusable
The road beneath the Gateshead Flyover will not reopen immediately after demolition finishes in October, as damage from works makes it unsafe. A long-term decision on its future remains pending.
Rail Disruption Warning as Third Heatwave Hits UK
Rail passengers face disruption as a third heatwave hits the UK, with temperatures up to 30°C. EMR urges essential travel only, suspends some services after 12pm.
Ryanair Flight Diverts Over Unexpected Airport Closure
A Ryanair flight from Seville to Nantes was forced to divert to Brest after the runway at Nantes Airport closed unexpectedly. The plane landed safely with fuel reserves intact, and passengers were flown to Nantes later that evening.
Ryanair flight declares low fuel emergency after Nantes closure
A Ryanair flight from Seville to Nantes declared a low fuel emergency and diverted to Brest after debris from a damaged jet engine closed the runway at Nantes Atlantique Airport.
Plane Landing Gear Collapse: Passengers Escape via Slides
Passengers evacuated via emergency slides after a Tez Jet plane's landing gear collapsed during takeoff in Kyrgyzstan, with footage capturing screams and panic.
North East Bus Franchising Could Save 15.7M Journeys
Bringing North East buses under public control could save 15.7 million journeys annually by 2059, with lower fares and greater value than the current deregulated system, according to a new assessment.
TV Chef 'Humiliated' by BA Over £1,900 Upgrade
TV chef Daniel Green says his family's £1,900 British Airways First Class upgrade turned into an ordeal when his wife was threatened with deplaning and the family was separated on a London Heathrow to Miami flight.
Chef Daniel Green 'Humiliated' After BA First Class Seat Dispute
TV chef Daniel Green paid £1,900 to upgrade his family to First Class on a British Airways flight, but was forced to move to Club World after a seat fault, leaving him 'extremely embarrassed.'
Man Utd, Liverpool Games Moved in Premier League TV Fixtures
The Premier League confirmed September's televised fixtures, moving the Manchester derby to Sunday 13 September. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool also see multiple matches rescheduled for broadcast.
Swansea's Delayed Car Park Opens with £1 Charge
Swansea's delayed Copr Bay North multi-storey car park opens Monday with 628 spaces, £1 per hour for up to five hours, replacing St David's car park.
Eurostar chaos: Severe delays on London to Lille route
Eurostar warns of severe delays on trains from London to Lille, Brussels, Rotterdam and Amsterdam after emergency services attend an incident near tracks in Lille Europe. Passengers offered free ticket swaps.
TfL to Alter Two London Bus Routes Despite Public Backlash
Transport for London will restructure routes 19 and 38 and introduce route 10 from November 2026, despite 64-72% of users opposing changes and criticism from councils and an MP.
Eurostar Delays: Emergency at Lille Causes Chaos
Eurostar passengers face severe delays on 7 July 2026 due to an emergency incident near tracks at Lille–Europe station, affecting trains between London, Lille, Brussels, Rotterdam, and Amsterdam.
Eurostar Severe Delays After Incident Near Lille Tracks
Eurostar warns of severe delays on London to Lille/Brussels/Rotterdam/Amsterdam routes due to emergency services attending an incident near tracks in Lille Europe. Free ticket exchanges offered.
Premier League September TV Fixtures: Man Utd vs Man City Moved
The Manchester derby is moved to Sunday 13 September as Premier League confirms September TV fixtures, with Arsenal, Liverpool, and other top clubs also rescheduled.
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