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David Gow: Guardian's European Editor Remembered

Tributes pour in for David Gow, the esteemed Guardian journalist and European editor whose four-decade career chronicled the evolution of the European Union with unparalleled insight and dedication.

More Police for UK Train Stations After Crime Rise

In a significant move to enhance passenger safety, the British Transport Police is deploying additional officers across railway stations nationwide following a worrying rise in crime rates.

Europe's 100-City Rail Network Launches 2026

Discover how Europe is building a revolutionary integrated rail network that will connect major cities across the continent with high-frequency, high-speed services starting in 2026.

Centre-Right Populists Target European Human Rights Convention

A dangerous new political strategy is emerging as centre-right parties across Europe weaponise immigration debates to undermine the European Convention on Human Rights, threatening the very foundation of continental rights protection.

Europe's Hidden Dragon City Beats Prague

Looking for an alternative to crowded Prague? This stunning European city offers breathtaking architecture, authentic charm, and one of the continent's most unbelievable street food markets.

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.

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.

European City Under 2 Hours From London

Discover how you can swap London's hustle for European charm with direct flights taking less than two hours to Cologne, Germany's hidden gem on the Rhine.

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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