A406 Crash Sparks Long Delays in North London
A serious accident on the A406 North Circular near Tottenham has resulted in significant traffic congestion, with delays stretching to South Woodford and beyond. Road closures are in effect.
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North Circular Sewer Repair to Cause Major Disruption
Thames Water announces urgent sewer repairs on the North Circular in West London from February 14, causing significant traffic delays and bus suspensions for up to two weeks.
UK's Most Dangerous Train Stations: Police Data Reveals Top 30
British Transport Police discloses stations with highest crime rates including sexual assaults, violence and theft. London hubs dominate list with Euston recording over 1,500 offences.
Icy Roads and Fog Warning After Storm Chandra
Motorists across the UK are being warned of treacherous icy roads and thick fog patches as temperatures plummet in the aftermath of Storm Chandra, with yellow warnings issued for multiple regions.
Heathrow's £900m Rates Discount Sparks Hospitality Outcry
Heathrow Airport receives £900m business rates discount while hospitality sector demands more support as nightclubs face closures and rising costs.
Deaf cafe teaches hearing customers BSL via video menu
Dialogue Cafe in east London uses video menus to teach hearing customers British Sign Language for ordering drinks, creating meaningful interactions amid AI translation surge.
SNCF Proposes Adults-Only Carriages for Child-Free Spaces
French rail operator SNCF considers introducing adults-only carriages to create child-free public spaces, sparking debate on inclusivity and social norms.
London's Shortest Tube Escalator: 5-Second Ride
Stratford station hosts the London Underground's shortest escalator, a 4.1m vertical ride taking only 5 seconds, while Angel station has the longest at 60ft.
Turkey Coach Crash: Eight Dead, 26 Injured
A fatal coach accident in Antalya, Turkey, has resulted in at least eight deaths and 26 injuries after the vehicle plunged 50ft down a ravine in heavy fog.
Passenger Safely Removes Snake from Australian Train
A courageous train passenger in Australia captured a snake on a station platform and relocated it to safety, preventing potential danger to commuters.
1980s London Underground Photos Reveal Tube Changes
Explore rare photos from the 1980s London Underground, showing smoking commuters, ticket halls, and how the Tube has evolved with new lines and technology.
Tribute to Great-Grandmother Killed in Zebra Crossing Crash
The grieving family of Sylvia Fuller, a 91-year-old great-grandmother, have paid tribute after she was fatally struck by a car on a zebra crossing in Waltham Abbey near the North London border.
Bus Driver Sacked After Chasing Thief Seeks Apology
Mark Hehir, 62, was dismissed by Metroline after chasing a necklace thief in self-defence. Over 100,000 people support his petition for justice.
London Bus Phone Snatching Epidemic Hits North & East
A sharp rise in phone thefts on London bus routes, particularly the 73, has left passengers in Stoke Newington and Hackney fearful. Victims share their stories as TfL and police launch operations.
Two More Train Companies Nationalised in UK
London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway become latest operators brought into public ownership as part of Great British Railways rollout, with more nationalisations planned for 2026.
East London Bus Strike Threat: 7 TfL Routes Face Disruption
Over 300 bus drivers in East London are set to strike this February over poor working conditions, including inadequate breaks and exhausting shift patterns. Key routes 8, 25, 205, 45 and night services N8, N25, N205 face disruption.
Stansted Fast Track: Is It Worth £6.99?
A travel writer races her partner through Stansted Airport security to determine if the £6.99 Fast Track service provides genuine value or is an unnecessary expense for most travellers.
Driver Admits Causing Death of Pedestrian Carried on Car
A driver has pleaded guilty to causing the death of an 89-year-old man who was struck and carried on his car roof for nearly a mile before being found deceased in Kent.
Cortina Cable Car Doubt for 2026 Olympics
The Apollonio-Socrepes cable car in Cortina may not be ready for the 2026 Winter Olympics, prompting organisers to request school closures to ease transport pressure.
Worker Blinded in Litter Fine Attack at Vauxhall Station
A transport enforcement officer was left blind in one eye after a brutal assault by Tim Greenaway during a littering incident outside Vauxhall Underground station. The attacker has been jailed for nine years.
Waymo Driverless Taxis: London Launch Details
Waymo's autonomous taxis are set to debut in London this year. Learn how the technology works, when you can hail one, and what this means for the future of transport.
Why London Underground Gets So Hot: Scientific Explanation
Scientists reveal why London Underground temperatures reach 40°C in winter. The clay beneath London has absorbed 150 years of train heat and can take no more.
Maida Vale: London's First All-Female Tube Station
Discover the story of Maida Vale Tube station, which became London's first entirely female-staffed Underground station during WWI, challenging gender norms and making transport history.
Londoner's Journey on the 333 Bus Route
A personal account of riding London's 333 bus, exploring its route, passenger experiences, and role in the city's transport network.
TfL Urged to Ban Nail Clipping on Tube
London Underground passengers are calling for Transport for London to prohibit nail clipping on the Tube after reports of the unsanitary practice spark widespread outrage among commuters.
Six Road Closures Hit Hillingdon Drivers in February
Drivers in West London's Hillingdon borough face six road closures in February due to utility works, with the longest lasting eight days and varying diversion routes.
London's Top Uber Spots 2025: Capital Falls in Nightlife Rank
Hyde Park and British Museum lead London's most requested Uber destinations in 2025, while Edinburgh and Glasgow surpass the capital for late-night activity according to new ride-hailing data.
Forgotten Tube Line That Might Have Replaced Elizabeth Line
A 1980s proposal for a Chelsea-Hackney rail link was reportedly dismissed by Margaret Thatcher, potentially preempting the need for today's Elizabeth line infrastructure project.
Camden Fire Causes Major Rail Disruption
A significant fire in Camden has caused ongoing travel disruption, affecting multiple rail services from London Euston, with delays expected to continue throughout Friday night.
Stonehaven Train Crash Inquiry: Key Findings Emerge
The fatal accident inquiry into the 2020 Stonehaven train derailment has heard Network Rail placed 'too much reliance' on contractor Carillion, which built a faulty drainage system leading to the tragedy that claimed three lives.
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