Branson eyes Ashford 'ghost terminal' revival
Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Group is in advanced talks to transform Kent's abandoned Ashford International station into a vibrant new transport and business hub, potentially creating thousands of jobs.
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Typhoon Kalmaegi kills 46 in Philippines flooding
Tropical storm unleashes torrential rains across the Philippines, triggering deadly floods and landslides that have claimed dozens of lives and displaced thousands.
Typhoon Kalmaegi kills 26 in Philippines flooding
Tropical storm Kalmaegi has unleashed torrential rains and devastating floods across the Philippines, claiming at least 26 lives and leaving rescue teams scrambling in treacherous conditions.
Nepal Avalanche: Search for Seven Climbers Continues
Rescue teams battle harsh conditions to recover bodies of international mountaineers after devastating avalanche strikes Himalayan peak in Nepal's Kangchenjunga region.
Train worker hailed hero after confronting knife attacker
Samir Zitouni, a railway employee, has been praised for his extraordinary bravery after intervening during a violent stabbing attack at a Cambridgeshire train station, potentially saving multiple lives.
LNER rail worker critical after stabbing - family hail hero
A railway worker for LNER remains in critical condition following a violent stabbing incident, with his family describing him as a hero and the train company expressing extreme pride in their employee.
LNER guard hero confronts knifeman at Huntingdon station
A quick-thinking LNER train guard is being praised for his heroic actions during a terrifying stabbing incident at Huntingdon railway station that left multiple people injured.
Hero soldier stops Huntington train knife attacker
An off-duty soldier has been hailed as a hero after confronting a knife-wielding attacker on a Huntington-bound train, preventing potential tragedy and saving multiple passengers from harm.
Airport Security Hits UK Railway Stations
Major UK railway stations are implementing airport-style security screening with metal detectors and bag searches as part of a significant counter-terrorism initiative following recent threats.
Huntingdon train stabbing victim: 'I had to fight back'
Exclusive interview with the brave commuter who fought off a knife-wielding attacker during rush hour at Huntingdon railway station, in what police are treating as attempted murder.
Huntingdon stabbings: Police probe multiple incident links
Cambridgeshire Police are investigating potential connections between the Huntingdon railway station stabbings and a series of violent attacks across the county as communities remain on high alert.
Huntingdon station staff heroic in knife attack response
Rail staff at Huntingdon station have been commended for their extraordinary bravery after confronting a knifeman during a violent attack that left a man with life-threatening injuries.
Britain's Railway Safety: The Real Story
An in-depth investigation into the safety of Britain's railways reveals surprising statistics about passenger risk, infrastructure concerns and what travellers really need to know before boarding.
Mount Yalung Ri Avalanche Kills Four Climbers
A devastating avalanche on Mount Yalung Ri in Nepal has claimed the lives of four mountaineers, including three Nepali guides, highlighting the persistent dangers of high-altitude climbing.
Rome's Ancient Torre dei Conti Tower Collapses
A significant portion of Rome's medieval Torre dei Conti has collapsed, sending rubble cascading into the street near the Imperial Forums. The 12th-century tower suffered catastrophic structural failure, though miraculously no injuries were reported.
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.
Man in court over double stabbing at London station
A 36-year-old man appears in court following two separate stabbing incidents at Surbiton railway station, sparking major police investigation and transport disruption.
London train derailment near Paddington causes major disruption
A London-bound Great Western Railway service derailed near Paddington Station, causing significant travel chaos and emergency service response during Thursday morning commute.
11 attempted murder charges after Scottish train stabbings
A 44-year-old man faces multiple attempted murder charges following two separate knife attacks at Scottish railway stations, leaving victims fighting for their lives in hospital.
Sudan's starvation crisis: Thousands trapped in El Fasher
Exclusive report reveals how Sudanese refugees face imminent starvation as Rapid Support Forces blockade prevents aid from reaching besieged El Fasher, creating one of Africa's worst humanitarian crises.
Major earthquake rocks northern Afghanistan
Newly released video captures the terrifying moments as a significant earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan, showing widespread destruction and emergency response efforts.
Airport scanners ruled out for UK train stations
The UK government has rejected calls for mandatory airport-style security scanners at railway stations following a stabbing attack, citing practical challenges and passenger convenience.
London train terror: 11 attempted murder charges
A 61-year-old man faces multiple attempted murder charges following two violent attacks at London railway stations that left victims fighting for their lives.
Doncaster Train Stabbing: Suspect Charged with Murder Attempt
A 42-year-old man from Doncaster has been charged with attempted murder following a violent knife attack aboard a London North Eastern Railway service. The shocking incident has prompted increased security measures and passenger reassurance efforts.
11 attempted murder charges after train station stabbings
A 27-year-old man faces multiple attempted murder charges following two separate knife attacks at London train stations that left victims fighting for their lives.
Huntingdon Train Attack Suspect Named
A violent attack on a Huntingdon-to-King's Cross train leaves passengers traumatised as 42-year-old Lee Peacock is charged with multiple offences including GBH and criminal damage.
Man charged with 10 counts of attempted murder after train stabbings
A 32-year-old man has been charged with ten counts of attempted murder following a horrific knife attack on a train in what police describe as a random, unprovoked assault that left multiple victims fighting for their lives.
Man charged after mass stabbing on Cambridge train
A man has been charged following a violent stabbing incident aboard a Cambridgeshire train that left multiple people injured. The attack occurred during evening rush hour, sparking a major emergency response.
Air India crash survivor reveals trauma that broke him
Exclusive interview with the only person to survive the devastating 1966 Air India crash that killed 117 people, as he breaks his decades-long silence about the psychological aftermath.
Cyclone Tino devastates Philippines and Queensland
Severe tropical cyclone Tino unleashes destruction across northern Philippines and Queensland coast, forcing mass evacuations and raising urgent climate change concerns as extreme weather intensifies.
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