Family Campaigns for Stricter Driver Eyesight Tests
A son demands urgent reform of UK driving licence laws after his mother was killed by a driver with severe eyesight issues. His 'Sight Safe' campaign calls for mandatory eye tests.
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Driver jailed for killing 'larger-than-life' Croydon barber
David Haggard sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after fatal collision on Croydon Lane in March 2023. Read the full story.
New Road Safety Plans 'Not Enough' Say Bereaved Families
Bereaved families and the AA criticise the government's new road safety strategy as insufficient, calling for Graduated Driving Licences to protect young drivers.
Woman dies in A10 layby crash, Porsche driver arrested
A woman in her 60s died after being struck by a car on the A10 near Broxbourne. A Porsche driver has been arrested. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
Bethell's century keeps England alive in final Ashes Test
Jacob Bethell's elegant maiden Test century of 142* gave England hope on day four in Sydney, leading by 119 runs. Read the full Ashes match report.
New road safety plan criticised by AA and bereaved families
The government's new road safety strategy proposes longer learning periods and lower drink-drive limits, but campaigners say it fails to protect young drivers. Read the full analysis.
New UK Road Safety Strategy: Lower Drink-Drive Limit
The UK government unveils its first major road safety plan in 20 years, lowering the drink-drive limit and proposing a 6-month minimum learning period. Critics say it fails to protect young drivers.
New UK Road Safety Strategy Targets 65% Cut in Deaths
The UK government announces its first road safety strategy in a decade, proposing tougher drink-drive limits, mandatory eye tests for over-70s, and compulsory emergency braking in new cars to dramatically reduce casualties by 2035.
Forklift driver moves parked car blocking lorry in Birmingham
A forklift driver in Birmingham took matters into his own hands to move a badly parked Volkswagen Tiguan. The incident mirrors a 2022 case where a farmer was cleared for similar actions. Read the full story.
Driver charged over crash that killed two, injured Joshua
The driver of Anthony Joshua's car has been formally charged following a fatal crash in Nigeria that killed two of the boxer's close friends. Read the latest on the case.
Driver charged over fatal crash involving Anthony Joshua
The driver involved in the Nigerian car crash that killed two friends of boxer Anthony Joshua and left the fighter injured has been formally charged. Read the latest on the case.
AJ's driver charged after fatal crash kills two friends
The driver in Anthony Joshua's fatal car crash has been charged. Two of the boxer's close team members died in the Nigeria accident. Read the latest details and tributes.
Uber rewrites driver contracts to avoid new VAT rules
Uber has restructured its UK contracts to sidestep a new 20% VAT charge on fares outside London, a move that could impact millions in Treasury revenue. Discover the full story.
Usman Khawaja Announces International Cricket Retirement
Veteran Australian batter Usman Khawaja confirms his retirement from international cricket. The fifth Ashes Test in Sydney will be his final match. Read the full story on his career and legacy.
Usman Khawaja Announces International Cricket Retirement
Usman Khawaja announces his retirement from international cricket at the SCG. His heartfelt press conference reveals his journey, battles with stereotypes, and how faith shaped his career. Read his full story.
Usman Khawaja announces retirement from international cricket
Australian batsman Usman Khawaja confirms his retirement after the fifth Ashes Test. Read about his remarkable career and inspiring journey from Pakistan to the Baggy Green.
Harlan Coben's new Netflix thriller 'Run Away' drops
Harlan Coben's latest Netflix series, 'Run Away', is now streaming. Starring James Nesbitt and Minnie Driver, the twist-filled thriller has critics hooked. Discover if it's your next binge-watch.
Run Away Review: Nesbitt Stars in Coben's Netflix Thriller
James Nesbitt and Minnie Driver lead a stellar cast in Harlan Coben's latest Netflix thriller, 'Run Away'. A father's desperate search for his missing daughter delivers comfort TV at its finest. Stream all eight episodes now.
Asda payout after delivery driver's 'disabled' remark
A man with fibromyalgia and autism was awarded compensation after an Asda delivery driver questioned his disability. Read the full story of the incident and settlement.
England's Melbourne Triumph Breaks 15-Year Ashes Drought
England secured a thrilling victory in the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG, ending a 15-year wait for a Test win in Australia. Listen to the Full Story podcast analysis.
Record Boxing Day Test Crowd at MCG Underlines Festival Status
A record 85,000 fans packed the MCG for the Boxing Day Test, transforming the cricket match into a vibrant cultural festival. Discover how tradition and spectacle converged in Melbourne.
Heathrow taxi driver fined £658 for illegal parking
A Heathrow taxi driver has been ordered to pay £658 for parking in a residential street near the airport, as Hillingdon Council cracks down on anti-social behaviour. Read the full story.
Todd Murphy Recalled for Fourth Ashes Test at MCG
Spinner Todd Murphy replaces the injured Nathan Lyon in Australia's squad for the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Captain Pat Cummins is rested. Get the full team news and analysis.
Driving Examiner Shortage Causes 22-Week Test Waits
A mass exodus of DVSA driving examiners and a flawed booking system have created a national crisis, with average test waits hitting 22 weeks. Discover why the government's 7-week target is now delayed until 2027.
Greg Biffle among seven dead in North Carolina plane crash
Police believe retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle and his family are among seven killed in a Cessna jet crash at a North Carolina airport. The investigation is ongoing.
Amazon driver filmed 'stealing cat' during delivery
Shocking doorbell footage appears to show an Amazon delivery driver picking up a woman's cat and walking off with it. The pet owner is pleading for her safe return.
F1 2026: Full Calendar, Driver Line-Up & New Rules
Everything you need to know about the 2026 F1 season: full race calendar, new Cadillac team, driver line-ups, and major technical regulation changes. Get ready for March.
Norris Wins F1 Championship in Abu Dhabi Decider
Lando Norris is crowned Formula 1 World Champion after a dramatic season finale in Abu Dhabi, becoming the first British winner since Lewis Hamilton in 2020. Read the full story.
The UK citizenship test is a 'bad pub quiz'
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
England on the Brink in Brisbane Test Match
England are staring down the barrel of defeat in the second Test against Australia in Brisbane. Resuming 43 runs behind with just four wickets left, their hopes now rest on Ben Stokes. Can he produce a miracle?
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