Drivers Warned of £5,000 Fines for Summer Driving Habits
Drivers risk fines up to £5,000 for wearing flip-flops, ignoring hay fever, or wearing sunglasses in tunnels, warns TrackDays.co.uk.
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KLM Cancels Dubai Flights as Middle East Crisis Strands Travellers
Thousands of flights cancelled as Middle East crisis strands passengers; Gulf hubs closed for third day.
M25 Traffic: 5-Mile Queues and 40-Min Delays at Waltham Abbey
Three lanes closed on M25 anticlockwise at Waltham Abbey cause 5-mile queues and 40-minute delays. Emergency resurfacing work expected to finish later Tuesday morning.
Etihad Resumes Limited Flights Amid Middle East Chaos
Etihad and Emirates resume limited flights after days of cancellations across the Middle East, stranding hundreds of thousands amid US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
Emirates to Resume Full Flight Operations Despite Dubai Airport Attack
Emirates pledges to resume full flight operations from Dubai despite Iranian attack, while Virgin Atlantic suspends services.
Wales Breaking News: Tuesday, July 7 Updates
Stay informed with the latest news from across Wales, including weather, traffic, and major UK stories. Live updates from WalesOnline on Tuesday, July 7.
Report 189 Medical Conditions or Face £1,000 Fine
Drivers must report 189 medical conditions to the DVLA or risk a £1,000 fine. Notifiable conditions include sleep apnoea, epilepsy, stroke, and more. Voluntary surrender possible.
E-Bike Gangs Vandalise Scotland's Prestigious Golf Courses
E-bike gangs are vandalising Scotland's top golf courses, prompting calls for a crackdown from officials and police.
Tube Strike Causes Travel Chaos as Khan Urges Talks
London faces travel chaos as RMT Tube strike disrupts services; Mayor Khan calls for talks to avert Thursday walkout.
Phuket Airport Runway Closed After Air India Express Hard Landing
Phuket airport closed its runway after an Air India Express flight from Hyderabad suffered a nose wheel issue on landing. No injuries reported.
JetBlue Flights Grounded in US After System Outage
JetBlue grounded all US flights due to a system outage on Tuesday, but resumed operations after about an hour.
Lisbon Funicular Derailment Kills 15, Injures 18
At least 15 killed and 18 injured in Lisbon funicular derailment; Portugal declares day of mourning.
Air Canada Flight Returns After Worker Trapped in Cargo Hold
Air Canada flight AC1502 returned to gate after ground handler trapped in cargo hold; no injuries reported.
Delta Permanently Cancels All Flights From UK Airport
Delta Air Lines cancels all flights from a UK airport amid operational chaos, with over 400 cancellations and 1,000 delays.
Middle East Airspace Closures Strand Thousands After Iran Attack
Middle East airspace closures strand thousands after Iran attack; UK plans evacuation of over 76,000 Brits.
Car Blaze on M8 Near Shotts Engulfs Vehicle, Crews Respond
A car was destroyed by fire on the M8 westbound near Shotts. Three fire crews extinguished the blaze within an hour. No injuries reported.
American Airlines to Resume Venezuela Flights After 7 Years
American Airlines resumes direct flights between US and Venezuela after seven years, following diplomatic thaw and capture of Nicolás Maduro.
Tesla Model 3 vs Polestar 4 vs Kia EV6: Which EV Reigns Supreme?
Compare Tesla Model 3, Polestar 4, and Kia EV6 on price, range, charging, driving, and interior to find the best premium EV.
Highway Code Update: Drivers Face £1,000 Fines for Emergency Vehicle Errors
Highway Code update: drivers face £1,000 fines for breaking traffic laws when yielding to emergency vehicles. New EV charging rules also introduced.
US Airlines Criticised Over Family Seating Fees
US DoT launches dashboard to name and shame airlines over family seating fees, as Biden administration pushes to end junk fees.
Cuba suffers third nationwide blackout in six months
Cuba experienced its third nationwide blackout since January, caused by fuel shortages from a US oil blockade, with power cuts lasting over 70 hours in rural areas.
Sadiq Khan Renews Fight Against Heathrow Third Runway
Sadiq Khan opposes Heathrow third runway plan, citing climate and pollution concerns, as Government pushes ahead with consultation.
Calls for Nats boss to resign after second UK air traffic failure in two years
Nats boss Martin Rolfe faces calls to resign after a second air traffic control failure in two years causes flight delays across the UK.
7 New UK Driving Rule Changes Coming in July 2026
Seven new UK driving rule changes take effect from July 2026, affecting Motability customers, MOT fees for larger vehicles, and tachograph requirements for goods vehicles.
Moorfields Station £1m Overhaul Nears Completion
A £1m upgrade of Liverpool's Moorfields Station is in final stages, with new stairs and retail space aimed at reducing antisocial behaviour and improving accessibility.
A1 Crash Causes Rush Hour Delays Near Morpeth
A collision involving a van on the A1 in Northumberland is causing rush hour delays near Morpeth. Emergency services have been contacted for further updates.
UK Mobile Coverage Worse Than Any EU or G7 Country
The UK ranks 57th globally for mobile network performance and 70th for download speeds, worse than all EU and G7 nations, according to Which? analysis of Opensignal data.
Seaplane Hard Landing in East River, Two Injured
A seaplane carrying eight people made a hard landing in New York City's East River on Sunday, resulting in two minor injuries. The plane was towed to dock.
Nintendo Switch Discontinued in Europe in 2027 Due to Battery Rules
Nintendo will stop selling original Switch consoles in Europe from mid-February 2027 due to new EU battery regulations requiring replaceable batteries.
Swansea-Devon Ferry: World's Fastest, Tickets from £15
A proposed Swansea to Devon ferry could become the world's fastest commercial ferry, with speeds up to 60 knots and tickets starting at £15, according to a new report.
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