Gore video fanatic stabbed grandmother 18 times, court told
A 24-year-old man obsessed with violent online videos bought a hunting knife before fatally stabbing a 66-year-old grandmother 18 times at a London bus stop. The Old Bailey trial continues.
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London bus strikes set for February half-term
350 bus drivers in North East London will walk out on four days in February, disrupting routes to Westfield Stratford City and Newham Hospital. Plan your travel now.
13 London bus routes hit by new strike action
Passengers in East London face major disruption as bus drivers announce new strike dates in February over bullying allegations. Key routes to Stratford and Walthamstow will be affected.
Killer tracked knife delivery before bus stop murder, court told
A man obsessed with violent videos bought a hunting knife online and tracked its delivery moments before fatally stabbing a grandmother 18 times at a North London bus stop, the Old Bailey hears.
North London Bus Crash After Police Helicopter Chase
A dramatic police chase involving a helicopter ended with a car smashing into a London bus. Two men were arrested following a knifepoint robbery in Whitechapel. Read the full details.
New Kent Road crash causes major traffic and bus diversions
A serious collision between two cars has shut part of New Kent Road in South London. Seven bus routes are diverted. Avoid the area and check for updates.
Claudette Colvin's Legacy: 4 Lessons on Resistance
The life of civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin, who died this week, teaches us that resistance is a collective, ongoing struggle. Her story demands we remember all who fight for justice.
10 London bus routes to be made faster by TfL
Transport for London is consulting on major changes to 10 bus routes to speed up journeys and improve reliability. See the full list of proposed alterations and have your say.
New N118 Night Bus Route Launches This Weekend
A vital new night bus, the N118, launches this Saturday, linking Ruislip and West London to Trafalgar Square. Boosting the night-time economy with improved access to bars and clubs. Read the full details.
Civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin dies aged 86
Claudette Colvin, arrested in 1955 for refusing to give up her bus seat in Alabama, has died at 86. Her act of defiance helped end segregation. Read her story.
5 London bus routes face change for 10k new homes
Transport for London is consulting on changes to five bus routes in North London to serve the massive Meridian Water development of 10,000 new homes. Have your say by February 23.
New N118 Night Bus Route Launches in London
A new night bus, the N118, launches this weekend, connecting Ruislip to central London. Get the full schedule and route details for improved late-night travel.
Bakerloop bus route revenue doubles TfL forecasts
TfL's new Bakerloop bus service has carried 367,000 passengers and generated £231,000 in just 10 weeks, more than double initial projections. Discover the impact of this interim solution ahead of the Bakerloo line extension.
Six London bus routes proposed for cuts or changes
Transport for London proposes major cuts to six popular bus routes, including the 19 and 38, due to post-pandemic passenger decline. Have your say in the public consultation.
Surrey village with UK's best pub on London bus route
Discover Mickleham, a Surrey Hills village just 45 mins by bus from London. Home to the 2023 UK Pub of the Year, it's perfect for a day out or a pricey move.
Should Phones Be Banned on UK Public Transport?
A heated debate erupts in MetroTalk over phone use on buses and trains. Readers cite noise, autism accessibility, and public nuisance, while a veteran bus driver reveals the 'implied contract' of travel. Have your say.
London Bus Route 19, Immortalised by Dire Straits, Faces Cut
Transport for London proposes cutting the famous Route 19 bus, celebrated in a Dire Straits song. Key changes to routes 19, 38, 349, and 424 could disrupt millions of journeys. Read the full details and potential impact.
Major TfL closures and bus strikes this weekend
Plan your journey: Major closures on Tube, Overground, DLR & Elizabeth lines, plus bus strikes, will disrupt London travel from Jan 9-11. Full details here.
Three teens hurt in Manchester bus window fall
Three schoolboys suffered potentially serious injuries after falling from a double-decker bus window on Bolton Road. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended the scene.
Schoolchildren hurt in icy Reading coach crash
Nine children were among 19 injured after a school coach and bus collided on an icy slip road near Reading. Two were hospitalised as emergency services dealt with the aftermath.
School bus crashes in Kent on black ice, children injured
A double-decker school bus crashed into a ditch in Kent after slipping on black ice. In a separate incident in Reading, nine children were injured in a coach and bus collision. Latest updates and safety warnings.
Kent school bus crash on black ice, no injuries
A double-decker school bus slid off the road into a ditch near Ashford, Kent, due to black ice. Emergency services attended but no injuries were reported. Read the full story for safety advice.
New Superloop bus routes for London in 2026
Mayor Sadiq Khan announces two new Superloop express bus services for 2026, connecting North Greenwich to Abbey Wood and Gants Hill to Rainham. Get the full details and maps.
Police incident closes Borough High Street, diverts buses
A police incident has forced a partial closure of Borough High Street in London since early Tuesday morning, causing significant disruption to six bus routes. Get the latest traffic updates here.
Woman injured in Wimbledon Broadway crash
A woman is in hospital after a morning collision on Wimbledon Broadway, causing partial road closures and bus diversions. Follow live updates.
London bus strike to hit 13 routes this week
Over 300 Stagecoach bus drivers in East London will strike on Jan 8 & 9 in a dispute over alleged bullying and union busting. Passengers warned of severe disruption.
London's 465 bus route spends more time in Surrey
Discover the unique London bus route 465, which travels deep into the Surrey Hills AONB, reaching Dorking 21 miles from central London. A fascinating transport anomaly.
A23 London Road closed after Thornton Heath crash
A major collision has shut the A23 London Road in Thornton Heath, Croydon, causing significant disruption. Three London bus routes are on diversion. Get the latest traffic updates and details here.
Southgate Tube station exit-only for two months
Southgate Underground station will operate as exit-only from 6 January to mid-March 2026 for escalator works. Commuters must use bus routes to nearby stations. Check TfL Go for alternatives.
US Air Strikes More Than Double Under Trump in 2025
US military air and drone strikes have surged globally under President Trump, with ACLED data showing a more than doubling of operations since 2024. Key targets include Somalia, Yemen, and a new front in Venezuela.
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