Watchdog criticises 'unprecedented' local election delay plan
The elections watchdog has criticised the government's offer to postpone 63 council votes, warning it risks public confidence. Five councils have already requested delays.
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Gatwick flight delayed after 'dead passenger' boards
Passengers on an easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick were left shocked after a family allegedly boarded with a deceased elderly relative, causing a 12-hour delay. Read the full investigation.
Ferguson Marine delays Glen Rosa ferry delivery again
The delivery of the over-budget Glen Rosa ferry is delayed until late 2026, with service unlikely before 2027 due to hull defects. Costs now exceed £460m.
Local elections could be delayed again in 2025
Plans to reorganise local councils in England could push the next local elections back to 2026. Read the latest on the government's devolution agenda and its impact on voters.
Man boards Heathrow flight without passport or ticket
A man allegedly boarded a British Airways flight from Heathrow to Norway without travel documents, leading to a three-hour delay and a major security review. Read the full investigation.
County Council Elections Delayed Again Until 2027
Elections for councils serving millions in England could be postponed to 2027, sparking accusations of a political 'stitch-up'. Read the latest on the local government reorganisation delays.
Leeds tram delayed to late 2030s after review
The opening of Leeds's long-awaited £2.5bn tram system is delayed by 2-3 years to the late 2030s after a government review demanded a full business case. Read the latest on the mass transit project.
Dubai storm could strand UK travellers for Christmas
Biblical rainfall forecast for Dubai risks repeating 2024's airport flooding, potentially leaving tens of thousands of British travellers stranded over Christmas. Know your flight rights.
Rob Reiner's Final Spinal Tap Film Release Delayed
The release of Rob Reiner's final concert film, 'Spinal Tap at Stonehenge: The Final Finale', is postponed after his death. The 2026 project is on hold as the family decides the path forward.
London Fog Warning Threatens Christmas Flight Chaos
A Met Office fog warning for London on Dec 17 risks major travel disruption, including flight delays and cancellations at key airports. Plan ahead and check your journey.
Swiss Reject Wealth Tax, UK Should Take Note
Switzerland's overwhelming rejection of a 50% inheritance tax offers a stark lesson for the UK's fiscal debate. Discover why capital flight fears should shape Westminster's approach.
Epstein flight logs show 87 UK airport movements
BBC analysis uncovers 87 flights linked to Jeffrey Epstein arriving or departing UK airports, with British victims onboard. Calls grow for a full UK investigation.
Flight Simulator 2024 PS5 Review: Soaring Success
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 arrives on PlayStation 5 with superb DualSense integration and a vast, authentic world. Discover if this detailed sim is worth your time.
Cruise Ship Stuck After Containers Fall Overboard
P&O's Iona cruise ship delayed in Southampton after 18 containers, carrying bananas, fell from a cargo vessel near the Isle of Wight. The incident is under investigation.
Banana containers spill in Solent, causing cruise chaos
Thousands of bananas and exotic fruit wash up on the Isle of Wight after containers fall from cargo ship, delaying a P&O cruise. Full details and coastguard warnings here.
NYC's wealthy stay despite Mamdani's tax win
Contrary to conservative warnings, New York's wealthiest are not fleeing after Zohran Mamdani's mayoral win. Property data and experts reveal a commitment to the city.
US waives $11m Southwest fine for 2022 holiday chaos
The US government has waived an $11m fine for Southwest Airlines as part of a $140m settlement over its 2022 holiday travel meltdown that stranded over 2 million passengers. Read the full details.
29-Hour Flight Launched, World's Longest Commercial Route
China Eastern Airlines launches the world's longest commercial flight, a 29-hour journey from Shanghai to Buenos Aires. The new route reshapes long-haul travel and connects major continents.
US Panel Votes on Changing Infant Hepatitis B Vaccine Advice
A key US advisory panel, now stacked with vaccine sceptics, votes on whether to alter the decades-old recommendation that newborns receive the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth.
IT failure grounds all flights at Edinburgh Airport
All flights from Edinburgh Airport were suspended this morning due to a major IT failure with its air traffic control provider, disrupting thousands of passengers. Service has now resumed.
Edinburgh Airport grounds all flights over technical fault
All flights from Edinburgh Airport were suspended Friday morning due to a critical air traffic control technical issue. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates.
Edinburgh Airport suspends all flights due to IT failure
All flights from Edinburgh Airport were suspended on Friday morning due to a critical IT failure in air traffic control systems. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates as teams work to resolve the issue.
Couple's £1,350 honeymoon loss after flight cancelled
A London couple's honeymoon to Thailand is in tatters after a last-minute Thai Airways flight cancellation left them £1,350 out of pocket and stranded at Heathrow Airport. Discover your passenger rights.
AI Boom Could Make PlayStation & Xbox Consoles More Expensive
A severe PC memory chip shortage, driven by AI industry demand, risks pushing up prices for PlayStation and Xbox consoles and could delay next-gen launches. Read the full analysis.
Contactless payment delay for London airport travel
Plans for contactless tap-in tap-out travel to Stansted and Southend airports are delayed until summer 2026 due to technical issues. Find out which stations are affected.
Croydon toddler's organ donation saves two children's lives
The parents of three-year-old Aari Patel, who died in 2016, urge people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register after his gifts saved others. Over 8,000 in the UK await transplants.
Mayoral Elections Delayed Amid 'Cancelling Democracy' Accusations
Ministers postpone new mayoral votes in four English regions until 2028, triggering fierce accusations of 'dictatorial' behaviour from opposition parties. Read the full story.
UK Tax Budget Fuels Capital Flight and Investor Doubt
A new £26bn tax-raising Budget is driving wealth creators abroad, with 142,000 millionaires forecast to leave. Analysis warns of long-term damage to UK investment and competitiveness.
MH370 Search to Resume After 11-Year Hiatus
The search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 is set to restart with a new deep-sea mission over a decade after its disappearance. Read the latest on the renewed investigation.
UK delays Chinese 'super embassy' decision to January
The UK government has postponed its decision on China's controversial London 'super embassy' until 20 January. Read the latest on the security concerns and political delays.
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