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Seven elephants killed by high-speed train in India

A Rajdhani Express train carrying 650 passengers struck and killed seven wild elephants in Assam. The emergency stop derailed the engine and five carriages. Read the full report on this tragic wildlife collision.

Rare Polar Bear Adoption Recorded in Hudson Bay

Scientists confirm an extremely rare polar bear adoption in Canada's Hudson Bay, only the 13th in 45+ years of study. Discover how this act gives a vulnerable cub a second chance.

Critical Incident at Kingston Railway Station

A person is fighting for life after falling on tracks at Kingston station during rush hour. British Transport Police confirm the incident is not suspicious. Read the latest updates.

Appeal to trace man after woman found dead on tracks

British Transport Police are urgently appealing for a man seen talking to a woman on a Kilburn bridge two weeks before she was found dead on railway tracks. He is not a suspect but may have vital information.

HS2: A Decade of Disruption and Soaring Costs

Ten years on from its proposal, we walk the route of the HS2 high-speed rail line to uncover the real impact on communities, landscapes, and the project's spiralling budget. Discover the stories behind the world's most expensive railway.

London stations top global beauty ranking

St Pancras International and Paddington have been ranked the world's most spectacular railway stations in a new global list. Discover the full top 20 and what makes London's transport hubs so special.

London stations top global beauty ranking

Two central London terminals have been declared the most spectacular train stations globally in a new Telegraph ranking. Discover which iconic hubs made the list and why they're architectural marvels.

Why London has only one light railway: The DLR story

Discover the unique history behind London's Docklands Light Railway and why this automated transit system remains the capital's sole light railway network. Explore the factors that prevented expansion.

Sandi Toksvig's Great Riviera Rail Trip Review

Join Sandi Toksvig on her delightful four-part railway journey along the French Riviera, exploring art, history and culture. Don't miss this charming travelogue on Channel 4.

Man fights bear in Japanese public toilet

A 69-year-old man fought off a bear in a public toilet in Japan, amid a record surge in bear attacks. Discover the causes and the government's response.

Waterloo signal fault disrupts morning commute

A signalling fault at London Waterloo is causing significant train delays and cancellations during Thursday's rush hour. Disruption is expected until 11am. Follow for live updates.

East West Rail delayed to 2026 in guards row

The launch of East West Rail services between Oxford and Milton Keynes faces delays until at least 2026 amid a dispute over driver-only operated trains. Learn how this impacts the region's transport plans.

Poland blames Russia for rail sabotage

Polish officials accuse Russian secret services of orchestrating an explosion on a key aid route to Ukraine. PM Tusk calls it 'unprecedented sabotage'. Read the latest.

40,000 New Homes Planned on UK Railway Land

Network Rail launches Platform4 to transform old railway sidings and yards into 40,000 new homes and commercial spaces across 47 towns and cities, creating transit-linked communities.

Song Thrush's Winter Melody: A Chorus of Joy

Discover how the Song Thrush transforms winter's gloom with its powerful, repetitive melody. This bird's persistent song brings unexpected joy to grey November days. Listen closely next time you walk.

F1 tech brings 120MB/s wifi to UK trains in trial

Great Western Railway launches two-month trial of revolutionary wifi system using F1 technology that switches between 5G and satellites. Download speeds exceed 120MB/s - faster than many home broadband connections.

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