Charlotte Commuter Train Stabbing Leaves One Dead
A fatal stabbing on a Charlotte commuter train has left one man dead and a suspect in custody. The attack has raised urgent questions about public transport safety in North Carolina.
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UK's Loneliest Train Station Serves Just 68 People a Year
Elton & Orston station in Nottinghamshire recorded only 68 passengers last year. Discover the story behind Britain's quietest rail halt and how it contrasts with London's chaos.
Interrail launches huge 25% discount on Europe train passes
Interrail slashes prices by 25% on global passes for 2025 travel. Sale ends December 17. Includes Eurostar discounts from London and deals for under-28s.
Avanti's 7am Manchester-London train saved from axe
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London has been saved after a public outcry. Passengers and staff react to the U-turn on plans to scrap the busy but often delayed intercity train.
U-turn on Manchester to London 'ghost train' plan
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. Read the full story on the victory for commuters and local politicians.
Teen sexually assaulted on train to Wrexham
British Transport Police hunt man after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted on a train to Wrexham. He made inappropriate comments and blocked her exit. Call 0800 40 50 40.
Avanti's 7am Manchester-London 'ghost train' saved
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator U-turn. The sub-two-hour train, vital for business and hospital trips, had faced being axed.
Huntingdon train stabbing suspect refuses court appearance
Anthony Williams, 32, faces 21 charges including attempted murder over alleged mass stabbing on LNER train and separate attacks. Provisional trial set for June. Read the latest.
Trial date set for Huntingdon train stabbing suspect
Anthony Williams faces trial in June 2026 over multiple alleged knife attacks in Cambridgeshire and London. The suspect is charged with 21 counts, including attempted murder.
Backdoor Browsing: The Commuter Guilty Pleasure
A new report dives into 'backdoor browsing' – reading a stranger's phone screen on public transport. Is it harmless curiosity or a privacy invasion? Experts and commuters weigh in.
Government weighs TfL takeover of key London commuter rail route
Pressure mounts on ministers to approve TfL's bid for Great Northern services from Moorgate to Hertfordshire, promising improved frequency and station upgrades. Read the latest.
Manchester 'Ghost Train' to Run Without Passengers
A controversial decision forces the 7am Avanti train from Manchester to London to run with only staff on board from December 15. Discover the impact on commuters.
Manchester to London train to run empty for months
A popular 7am Avanti West Coast train from Manchester to London will run without passengers for six months. Passengers call the move 'totally ridiculous'. Find out why the rail regulator ordered the change.
Iver: Celebrity Spot With Fast London Commute & Lower Prices
Discover Iver, the Buckinghamshire village where house prices average £599,880 - £60k cheaper than London - with celebrity neighbours and 23-minute Elizabeth Line access to Paddington.
Labour freezes rail fares for first time in 30 years
Keir Starmer announces a landmark rail fare freeze for 2026, saving UK commuters hundreds of pounds. Discover how this cost-of-living measure puts money back in your pocket.
Rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
The UK Government announces a historic rail fare freeze, saving commuters hundreds of pounds. Discover the affected routes and annual savings.
Rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
The government announces first rail fare freeze in three decades, saving commuters hundreds of pounds annually. Part of plans to rebuild Great British Railways with modern ticketing.
Rail fare freeze saves commuters hundreds of pounds
The UK government has announced a historic rail fare freeze, the first in 30 years. Millions of passengers will save hundreds of pounds on season tickets and peak travel. Read more.
Christmas rail strikes announced for four Saturdays
CrossCountry rail workers will strike on four Saturdays in December over pay and staffing disputes. Find out how your Christmas travel plans will be affected and what compensation you can claim.
First-class train hack saves couple a fortune
Discover how a savvy traveller used split ticketing and class hopping to enjoy first-class train travel for just £8 more than a standard ticket. Learn the money-saving trick that annoyed her boyfriend at first but ended in free food and drinks.
Slough: The Elizabeth Line Town Joining London?
Discover why Slough, just 15 minutes from Paddington, is becoming a property hotspot and could officially become part of London. Explore its transformation and key attractions.
Huntingdon train hero honoured for bravery in London
Stephen Crean from Wimbledon receives Merton Heroes Award after fighting a knifeman on a Huntingdon train. Read his incredible story of courage.
Swanley: London's £230k Cheaper Commuter Town
Discover Swanley, the Kent commuter town with a London postcode, 20-minute trains to London Bridge, and average house prices £230k cheaper than the capital.
Czech train crash injures dozens near Prague
Two passenger trains collided near Ceske Budejovice, injuring dozens. Preliminary reports indicate one train passed a stop signal. Follow for live updates.
57 injured in Czech Republic passenger train collision
A major train collision in the Czech Republic has left 57 people injured, with several in a serious condition. Get the latest updates on the investigation and travel disruption.
Luton's £136m regeneration project begins
A landmark £136 million regeneration project, 'The Stage', is set to transform Luton's town centre with 292 apartments, commercial units, and a new public square. Discover how this investment aims to revitalise the Bedfordshire commuter town.
Shenfield named one of UK's happiest places to live
The Essex commuter town of Shenfield has been ranked 63rd in a national happiness survey, praised for its green spaces, schools, and Elizabeth Line access. Discover why residents love it.
Huntingdon train suspect charged with more offences
Anthony Williams faces new attempted murder charges for a stabbing rampage on an LNER train. Read the latest on the investigation and heroic passenger actions.
Huntingdon train attack suspect faces seven new charges
Anthony Williams, 32, faces additional charges including attempted murder of a 14-year-old boy following the Huntingdon train stabbing spree. Read the latest court developments.
50 commuter stations get contactless from December 14
London commuters gain contactless payments at 50 stations including Stansted Airport from December 14, ending unfair fines and simplifying rail travel across Southeast England.
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