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Tube workers secure 3-year pay deal with TfL

RMT union members overwhelmingly accept transformative pay package for London Underground staff, ending prolonged dispute with TfL and delivering significant wage increases through 2027.

London Tube strikes suspended after pay deal

Major travel disruption across the capital has been averted after Tube workers received a new pay deal, suspending planned strike action. Get the full details on the agreement that's keeping London moving.

Rollercoaster seatbelt fails during 208ft drop

Shocking footage reveals the moment thrill-seekers experienced pure terror when their safety restraint malfunctioned on one of the UK's most extreme rollercoasters, leaving them clinging for dear life during a 208-foot vertical drop.

WhatsApp Web crashes in major UK outage

Meta's messaging service WhatsApp experienced widespread disruption today as users across the UK reported being unable to send or receive messages via both mobile and desktop platforms.

Apprentice Winner Harpreet Kaur's Business Collapses

The dessert parlour empire built by The Apprentice 2022 winner Harpreet Kaur has collapsed into administration, leaving creditors facing substantial losses and casting doubt on the future of her remaining outlets.

Australia's Child Protection Crisis Exposed

An alarming investigation reveals how Australia is systematically failing its children through regressive policies, childcare scandals, and punitive approaches that undermine their future.

London Tunnel Collapse Nearly Destroyed Elizabeth Line

Exclusive investigation reveals how a massive tunnel collapse threatened to destroy London's newest railway line during construction, with terrifying footage showing the moment engineers faced disaster.

TfL debunks fake Ricky Gervais tube advert claim

Transport for London confirms controversial Underground poster featuring comedian Ricky Gervais was digitally altered and never appeared on the network, dismissing viral social media claims.

Racist thug's vile Tube rant exposed in court

Shocking court footage reveals the moment a commuter launched into a violent racist tirade on the London Underground, leaving passengers terrified as he screamed 'I will kill you all'.

Sex offender wrongly freed from prison after warnings ignored

Exclusive: Ministers were repeatedly warned about critical system errors before a registered sex offender was mistakenly released from Chelmsford prison, raising serious questions about public safety and government accountability.

Major TfL Disruptions: November 2025 Travel Alert

Plan ahead for significant travel disruption across London's transport network this November 2025. Multiple Tube lines, London Overground and rail services face closures and alterations - here's everything you need to know.

TfL urged to accelerate step-free access programme

Transport for London is being urged to dramatically speed up its step-free access installations as campaigners warn current progress is 'glacially slow' and leaves disabled passengers stranded.

Central Line chaos after person hit by train

Severe delays on London Underground's Central Line after emergency services respond to casualty on tracks at Holland Park, causing rush hour travel chaos for thousands of commuters.

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