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How wealthy Londoners blocked a new Tube line in 1893

Plans for a London Underground line from Victoria to Kilburn were scrapped in 1893 after wealthy residents in Mayfair campaigned against noise disruption. Discover the forgotten route that would have changed the Tube map forever.

Third abandoned London sibling set for adoption

A judge has paved the way for the adoption of Baby Elsa, the third sibling abandoned in East London. Police say their exhaustive search for the parents has been unsuccessful. Read the full story.

London Underground's 4-mile gap between stations

Discover the Metropolitan line's massive 4-mile gap between Chesham and Chalfont & Latimer, a four-minute journey that's London's most worthwhile Tube trip. Explore why this zone 8 route is so unique.

London's Underground station that closed after 2 years

Discover the story of Brill Underground Station, a remote Tube stop in Buckinghamshire that saw minimal passengers and closed just two years after joining the network. Sign up for our weekly Tube newsletter!

186 French Ski Resorts Closed as Snow Disappears

The abandoned Céüze 2000 resort in France's Hautes-Alpes is a stark symbol of a wider crisis. As global heating pushes snow lines higher, hundreds of European ski stations face closure, sparking a debate: dismantle or let nature reclaim the Alps?

TfL's Major 2026 Transport Upgrades for London

Transport for London unveils its 2026 upgrade plans, including new Piccadilly Line trains, expanded mobile coverage on the Tube, and new Superloop express bus routes. Discover how the network is evolving.

Children assaulted at White City Tube station

British Transport Police seek a man after two young children were kicked to the ground at White City Underground station. The mother was left 'incredibly shaken'. Call 0800 40 50 40 with info.

The 3 'Missing' London Underground Stations

Discover the story of the three Northern line stations planned in the 1930s but abandoned after WWII. Explore London's hidden transport history and see the remnants today.

London's Secret WWII Tube Station Hidden For Years

Discover the story of Kensington (Olympia) station, the London Underground stop kept secret for years due to its vital role in the Second World War and its use by Allied Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Central Line has most sex offences on Tube

Exclusive TfL data reveals the London Underground line with the highest number of recorded sex offences between April 2024 and March 2025. See the full list and what's being done.

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