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Britain's Railway Safety: The Real Story

An in-depth investigation into the safety of Britain's railways reveals surprising statistics about passenger risk, infrastructure concerns and what travellers really need to know before boarding.

Major earthquake rocks northern Afghanistan

Newly released video captures the terrifying moments as a significant earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan, showing widespread destruction and emergency response efforts.

Disabled man dies naked in cell with spit hood

Shocking inquest reveals disabled Northern Territory man died naked in police cell wearing spit hood and handcuffs, raising serious questions about custodial care standards.

Police Training Proved Vital in Real Knife Attack

Exclusive insight reveals how Metropolitan Police training exercises conducted months earlier directly informed the response to an actual knife attack on London's rail network, showcasing the life-saving value of realistic scenario planning.

Doncaster-London trains cancelled: Overhead wire damage chaos

Commuters face travel chaos as all LNER trains between Doncaster and London King's Cross are cancelled following significant damage to overhead electric wires. Emergency repairs underway with disruption expected throughout the day.

US Senate blocks northern spotted owl protections

In a controversial move, the US Senate has overturned protections for the northern spotted owl, sparking outrage among conservationists and raising concerns about the future of the threatened species.

Shocking CCTV: Train Crashes Into Lorry at Crossing

Dramatic CCTV footage captures the heart-stopping moment a passenger train collides with a lorry at a Norfolk level crossing, with investigators revealing the vehicle became stuck on tracks.

Virgin cleared for Channel Tunnel rival to Eurostar

Virgin Trains clears crucial regulatory hurdle to launch rival Eurostar services through the Channel Tunnel, promising more choice and competitive fares for passengers travelling between London and Europe.

Virgin's Eurostar rival confirmed for 2030 launch

Virgin Group has officially confirmed plans to launch a high-speed rail service competing directly with Eurostar, promising more choice and competitive fares for Channel crossings by 2030.

Waterloo Station: Major 24-hour travel disruption

Commuters face severe disruption as one of London's busiest stations experiences significant power supply issues, causing widespread cancellations and delays across multiple rail services.

Welsh railway that survived Beeching cuts

Discover how the Heart of Wales Railway Line escaped closure during the 1960s Beeching cuts and continues to offer one of Britain's most beautiful rail journeys through stunning landscapes.

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