TfL Pushes for New Rail Links to Surrey and Berkshire for Heathrow
Transport for London urges new rail links from Surrey, Hampshire, and Berkshire to support Heathrow's third runway, aiming to avoid increased M25 traffic and meet passenger surge.
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EasyJet Summer Bookings Dip Amid Iran Conflict
EasyJet reports summer holiday bookings lagging last year's due to Middle East conflict. Airline took £25m hit on jet fuel in March, but says customers should book with confidence.
Air France Flight Diverted Over Ebola Travel Restriction
An Air France flight to Detroit was redirected to Montreal after a passenger from the DRC boarded in error amid new Ebola-related travel restrictions imposed by US authorities.
21 Counties to Hit 33C in Record-Breaking UK Heatwave
The Met Office forecasts a record-breaking 33C heatwave over the Bank Holiday weekend, with 21 counties potentially reaching 30C or more on Monday.
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New Direct Flights from Birmingham to The Gambia
TUI announces new direct flights from Birmingham to The Gambia, offering winter sun with 30°C temperatures, affordable holidays, and rich wildlife experiences.
EasyJet Boss Urges Summer Travelers to Book with Confidence
EasyJet's CEO Kenton Jarvis reassures passengers that the airline faces no fuel supply disruption and plans to operate its full summer schedule, despite the Iran oil crisis affecting other carriers.
Tesla Cybertruck Pulled From Texas Lake After Wade Mode Attempt
A Tesla Cybertruck was removed from a Texas lake after the driver intentionally drove into the water to test 'wade mode,' leading to the vehicle becoming disabled and the driver's arrest.
Sinkhole Shuts Down Runway at LaGuardia Airport
A sinkhole discovered at LaGuardia Airport on Wednesday shut down a runway, causing flight delays and cancellations as emergency crews assess and repair the damage.
Woman Dies After Lorry Crash Near Finsbury Park
A woman died after being struck by a lorry near Finsbury Park station. Police are identifying her and appealing for witnesses and footage.
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Bodycams Found on Divers Killed in Maldives Cave
Bodycams recovered from five Italian divers killed in a Maldives cave may reveal their final moments. The group died during a deep dive into the Devana Kandu cave system.
Lego Batman Legacy of the Dark Knight Pre-Order Deals & Early Access
Get the best pre-order deals for Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight, including early access with the deluxe edition. Launching May 22 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
MLS Pushes for Stopped Clock Trials in Soccer
Major League Soccer has discussed trialing a stopped clock with Ifab to address time-wasting, drawing from its own history and American sports.
Lithuanian Leaders in Bunkers After Drone Alert
Lithuania's president and PM were rushed to bunkers after a drone violated airspace, triggering a first-ever mobile 'take shelter' alert in an EU/Nato country since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Texas Storms, Northeast Heatwave Ends
Texas storms lead to hundreds of flight cancellations and flash flood warnings, while the northeast heatwave breaks records before a sharp cooldown.
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Driver hid cocaine in Skims load, jailed 13.5 years
Polish lorry driver Jakub Jan Konkel, 40, was jailed for 13.5 years after hiding £7 million of cocaine in a trailer carrying Kim Kardashian's Skims clothing.
Drone Alert Grounds Planes in Vilnius, Leaders Sheltered
A drone alert near Vilnius, Lithuania, grounded planes and sent residents to shelters, with the president and PM moved to safe locations amid NATO tensions.
Dr. Graham Cooley Named Chairman of BYO Hydrogen
Dr. Graham Cooley, former CEO of ITM Power, has been appointed Chairman of BYO Hydrogen Motorcycles, bringing expertise in hydrogen technology to the company.
Direct UK Flights to Zanzibar and Tanzania by 2027
Air Tanzania plans first-ever direct flights from London Gatwick to Tanzania and Zanzibar by July 2027, boosting tourism and cutting travel time.
Guardian Journalists Win War Reporting Prize
Guardian correspondent Lorenzo Tondo and photographer Alessio Mamo win the Ryszard Kapuściński prize for their war reporting from Ukraine, Gaza, and migration routes.
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Bag Seized Over Intimate Item at Bangkok Airport
Oliwia Krol, 24, from London, had her suitcase confiscated at Bangkok airport for 24 hours after packing a sex toy, which staff flagged as a prohibited item.
London Heatwave: Soaring Temps for Bank Holiday
Temperatures could reach 29C this bank holiday weekend, possibly triggering a heatwave if 28C is hit for three consecutive days in London.
Maldives Diving Instructor 'Intentionally Swam Away' from Cave
A Maldives cave diving instructor may have intentionally swam away from a tourist group, leading to six deaths in a pitch-black cave. Five Italians and a Maldivian rescue diver died.
Cracked Part Flagged Before UPS Plane Crash
A cracked component was reportedly flagged before a UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky, raising safety concerns. Investigators are examining maintenance records.
Maldives Diver's Boyfriend Learns of Her Death at Work
Federico Colombo was told of his girlfriend Giorgia Sommacal's death by her father while working at a bar. She was one of five Italian divers killed in a cave-diving accident in the Maldives.
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Bus Driver Critical: Man Charged with GBH in London
A 32-year-old man has been charged with grievous bodily harm after a London bus driver was assaulted on Battersea Bridge, leaving him in critical condition.
HS2 Cost Could Reach £102bn, Trains Delayed to 2039
The UK government reveals HS2 costs may hit £102.7bn, with first trains between London and Birmingham delayed until 2039, blaming the previous Conservative administration for mismanagement.
Drone Strike Near UAE Nuclear Plant Raises Safety Fears
A drone attack cut off external power to the Barakah nuclear plant's reactor 3 for 24 hours, forcing reliance on backup generators, reviving concerns over nuclear safety during wartime.
Bristol Airport Tops UK's Most Expensive Airport List
Bristol Airport has been named the UK's most expensive airport for summer 2026, with drop-off charges of £8.50 and £110 for seven-day parking. Edinburgh is the most affordable.
Netflix Adds All Seasons of Killing Eve, Final Season Included
Netflix has quietly added the fourth and final season of Killing Eve, completing the box set of the acclaimed British spy thriller starring Jodie Comer and Sandra Oh.
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HS2 Trains Delayed to 2036, Costs Hit £107 Billion
HS2 faces further delay with first trains not leaving until 2036, as costs balloon to between £87.7 and £102.7 billion. Transport Secretary blames previous governments for mismanagement.
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