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Tube chaos as multiple lines suspended and delayed

London's Tube network descends into rush hour chaos with multiple lines suspended or severely delayed due to multiple incidents. Commuters face major disruption. Get the latest travel updates.

Tube graffiti costs TfL up to £11m a year to clean

Transport for London spends up to £11 million annually tackling a graffiti 'spike' on Tube trains, with the Central Line described as resembling Gotham City. Discover the clean-up costs and efforts.

How Archway Tube station lost its original name

Discover the story of Archway Tube station, which opened as Highgate in 1907 before its name was given to another station on the Northern line. Learn about its history and a 2006 derailment.

TfL confirms 2025 Christmas & New Year service changes

Transport for London announces key service alterations for the 2025 festive period, including Christmas Eve early finishes, no Tube on Christmas Day, and overnight New Year's Eve services. Plan your journey now.

Busker's cash snatched at London Tube station

A London Underground busker had his earnings stolen by a thief at Tottenham Court Road station. Witnesses captured the incident on video. Transport for London condemns the act.

Backdoor Browsing: The Commuter Guilty Pleasure

A new report dives into 'backdoor browsing' – reading a stranger's phone screen on public transport. Is it harmless curiosity or a privacy invasion? Experts and commuters weigh in.

London's Secret Mail Rail: The Tiny Tube Line

Discover the forgotten 'Mail Rail', a tiny underground railway that transported post beneath London's streets for decades. Explore its unique history and why it closed.

Why London has only one light railway: The DLR story

Discover the unique history behind London's Docklands Light Railway and why this automated transit system remains the capital's sole light railway network. Explore the factors that prevented expansion.

Casualty on track causes Piccadilly Line chaos

Major disruption on London's Piccadilly Line after emergency services respond to a casualty on the track at Hammersmith station. District Line services also affected. Get the latest travel updates.

Animal on tracks blocks two Tube lines

Jubilee and Metropolitan lines partially suspended after an animal trespassed on the tracks. Major delays reported across the network. Sign up for travel updates.

Lost London Underground station 50 miles out

Discover Verney Junction, the lost London Underground station that was a perfect day trip destination. Explore its history and why it closed. Uncover more forgotten transport links!

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