Family Campaigns for Stricter Driver Eyesight Tests
A son demands urgent reform of UK driving licence laws after his mother was killed by a driver with severe eyesight issues. His 'Sight Safe' campaign calls for mandatory eye tests.
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Driver jailed for killing 'larger-than-life' Croydon barber
David Haggard sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after fatal collision on Croydon Lane in March 2023. Read the full story.
New Road Safety Plans 'Not Enough' Say Bereaved Families
Bereaved families and the AA criticise the government's new road safety strategy as insufficient, calling for Graduated Driving Licences to protect young drivers.
Woman dies in A10 layby crash, Porsche driver arrested
A woman in her 60s died after being struck by a car on the A10 near Broxbourne. A Porsche driver has been arrested. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
New road safety plan criticised by AA and bereaved families
The government's new road safety strategy proposes longer learning periods and lower drink-drive limits, but campaigners say it fails to protect young drivers. Read the full analysis.
New UK Road Safety Strategy: Lower Drink-Drive Limit
The UK government unveils its first major road safety plan in 20 years, lowering the drink-drive limit and proposing a 6-month minimum learning period. Critics say it fails to protect young drivers.
New UK Road Safety Strategy Targets 65% Cut in Deaths
The UK government announces its first road safety strategy in a decade, proposing tougher drink-drive limits, mandatory eye tests for over-70s, and compulsory emergency braking in new cars to dramatically reduce casualties by 2035.
Forklift driver moves parked car blocking lorry in Birmingham
A forklift driver in Birmingham took matters into his own hands to move a badly parked Volkswagen Tiguan. The incident mirrors a 2022 case where a farmer was cleared for similar actions. Read the full story.
Two teenagers killed in Kent car crash
A 17-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl died after a Ford Fiesta left the road near Iwade. A second girl was treated and discharged. Police are appealing for dashcam footage.
Driver charged over crash that killed two, injured Joshua
The driver of Anthony Joshua's car has been formally charged following a fatal crash in Nigeria that killed two of the boxer's close friends. Read the latest on the case.
Driver charged over fatal crash involving Anthony Joshua
The driver involved in the Nigerian car crash that killed two friends of boxer Anthony Joshua and left the fighter injured has been formally charged. Read the latest on the case.
AJ's driver charged after fatal crash kills two friends
The driver in Anthony Joshua's fatal car crash has been charged. Two of the boxer's close team members died in the Nigeria accident. Read the latest details and tributes.
Uber rewrites driver contracts to avoid new VAT rules
Uber has restructured its UK contracts to sidestep a new 20% VAT charge on fares outside London, a move that could impact millions in Treasury revenue. Discover the full story.
Australia's 2025 road deaths rise by 8%
Australia's road toll increased in 2025, with 1,323 lives lost. Experts call for urgent action on speed limits and vehicle safety. Discover the full analysis.
Harlan Coben's new Netflix thriller 'Run Away' drops
Harlan Coben's latest Netflix series, 'Run Away', is now streaming. Starring James Nesbitt and Minnie Driver, the twist-filled thriller has critics hooked. Discover if it's your next binge-watch.
Several killed in Iran's economic protest violence
Protests over Iran's economic crisis turn deadly, with multiple fatalities reported. The unrest, sparked by soaring inflation, has spread nationwide. Read the latest developments.
Two killed, church gutted in Dutch New Year chaos
A violent New Year's Eve in the Netherlands saw two fatalities from fireworks, a historic church destroyed by fire, and unprecedented attacks on emergency services. Read the full report on the night of chaos.
Run Away Review: Nesbitt Stars in Coben's Netflix Thriller
James Nesbitt and Minnie Driver lead a stellar cast in Harlan Coben's latest Netflix thriller, 'Run Away'. A father's desperate search for his missing daughter delivers comfort TV at its finest. Stream all eight episodes now.
Asda payout after delivery driver's 'disabled' remark
A man with fibromyalgia and autism was awarded compensation after an Asda delivery driver questioned his disability. Read the full story of the incident and settlement.
Heathrow taxi driver fined £658 for illegal parking
A Heathrow taxi driver has been ordered to pay £658 for parking in a residential street near the airport, as Hillingdon Council cracks down on anti-social behaviour. Read the full story.
Lake Lanier's curse: 700 deaths and a dark history
Georgia's Lake Lanier, with over 700 fatalities, is shrouded in ghost stories. We investigate the curse's origins in racial violence and submerged towns. Discover the truth behind America's most haunted lake.
Young Phil & Grant Mitchell Actors Return to EastEnders
Daniel Delaney and Teddy Jay reprise their roles as young Phil and Grant Mitchell in a special EastEnders episode focusing on Nigel Bates's dementia journey. Discover the actors behind the iconic young Mitchell brothers.
Two teens die in Surrey Tesla crash, driver arrested
Two teenagers have died and a third is critically injured after a Tesla crashed into a tree in Surrey. Police are appealing for witnesses and footage.
RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2025 winners revealed
Thomas Durrant, 17, from London, is the overall winner of the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2025 with a stunning image of a stag. Discover all the category winners and runners-up.
Driving Examiner Shortage Causes 22-Week Test Waits
A mass exodus of DVSA driving examiners and a flawed booking system have created a national crisis, with average test waits hitting 22 weeks. Discover why the government's 7-week target is now delayed until 2027.
Greg Biffle among seven dead in North Carolina plane crash
Police believe retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle and his family are among seven killed in a Cessna jet crash at a North Carolina airport. The investigation is ongoing.
Amazon driver filmed 'stealing cat' during delivery
Shocking doorbell footage appears to show an Amazon delivery driver picking up a woman's cat and walking off with it. The pet owner is pleading for her safe return.
F1 2026: Full Calendar, Driver Line-Up & New Rules
Everything you need to know about the 2026 F1 season: full race calendar, new Cadillac team, driver line-ups, and major technical regulation changes. Get ready for March.
Norris Wins F1 Championship in Abu Dhabi Decider
Lando Norris is crowned Formula 1 World Champion after a dramatic season finale in Abu Dhabi, becoming the first British winner since Lewis Hamilton in 2020. Read the full story.
Romanian driver's 'flying car' crash caught on CCTV
A driver miraculously survived after launching his Mercedes over a roundabout in Romania. The 49-year-old, who fainted, suffered multiple fractures. Watch the viral footage.
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