Burnham caps bus fares at £2 across England from January
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces a £2 bus fare cap across England from January 2027, costing over £500m, funded by cuts to international climate finance and other savings.
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Andy Burnham's £2 Bus Fare Cap: Londoners Already Pay Less
Prime Minister Andy Burnham caps bus fares at £2 nationwide from January 2027, but Londoners already pay £1.75, prompting scrutiny of TfL fares and Mayor Khan's new Weekend Hopper.
Martin Lewis: Claim share of £560m dormant Oyster refunds
Martin Lewis urges Londoners to check unused Oyster cards for a share of £560m in unclaimed refunds, including deposits and pay-as-you-go credit.
Bus fares capped at £2 across England from January
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a £2 cap on single bus fares across England from January, funded by £500 million from climate finance and departmental savings.
Bermondsey burst water main blocks 2 roads, diverts buses
A burst water main in Bermondsey has shut Tooley Street and Jamaica Road, diverting bus routes 47, 188, and 381. Water supply restored but low pressure possible.
E-bike operators face £10k fines in City of London
Dockless e-bike operators Lime, Forest and Voi face fines up to £10,000 under a new City of London Corporation MoU, with increased financial contributions and stricter parking enforcement.
Hackbridge crossing vibrations shake shops, owner says
A Hackbridge chip shop owner says a raised pedestrian crossing shakes his building daily as buses and lorries hit it at speed, causing cracks, but Sutton Council says it's not a priority.
London hotter than Greece in 36C heatwave July 29
London and parts of UK will hit 36C on July 29, surpassing Greece's 35C, with a heatwave possible into August, warns Met Office.
Hedgehog painted in Leeds colours leads to four arrests
Four men arrested after a hedgehog was spray painted blue and yellow, causing breathing problems and inability to curl up, in Yeadon, Leeds. The animal was rescued and treated.
Thames Water hosepipe ban affects 10M customers
Thames Water imposes hosepipe ban for 10M+ customers in London and Thames valley, joining other water firms. About 23M people across England and Wales face restrictions as drought looms.
Godzilla v Kong actor Kaylee Hottle dies at 18 in crash
Kaylee Hottle, deaf actor who played Jia in Godzilla v Kong and its 2024 sequel, died in a car crash in Maryland. Her father confirmed the news in an ASL video.
Man dies in East London house fire on Bexley Road
A man died and a woman was hospitalized after a fire destroyed half of a three-story house on Bexley Road, Erith. Four fire engines and 25 firefighters responded. Cause under investigation.
M27 named England's worst motorway over constant roadworks
The M27 in Hampshire has been named England's worst motorway, with only 56% of drivers satisfied, according to a Transport Focus survey of over 9,500 motorists.
Person dies on tracks near Wanstead Tube station
A person died on the tracks at Wanstead Tube station in east London on July 21, causing Central line suspension between Leytonstone and Newbury Park before reopening.
Wowcher Obero 360 Fan Deal Under £30
Wowcher offers the Obero 360 oscillating fan for under £30, a 60% discount from RRP, providing affordable cooling for summer.
Suffragette Line Weekend Disruption in 2027
Four 130-year-old bridges on the Suffragette line in Forest Gate will be replaced, causing weekend closures from September 2027 to late summer 2027.
Scillonian III ferry ends 49-year service, new ship in 2027
The Scillonian III ferry will sail for the last time in November after 49 years, carrying over 5 million passengers. A new vessel, Scillonian IV, launches in March 2027 with higher capacity and reduced journey times.
Vintage 1930s and 1950s Tube Trains Run in London
London Transport Museum offers nostalgic trips on the Metropolitan Line this weekend with restored 1930s and 1950s tube carriages, including the rare Sarah Siddons locomotive.
Two tourists stabbed near Acropolis in Athens
Two Greek American tourists were stabbed near the Acropolis Museum in Athens; the attacker, suffering psychological issues, was arrested.
Croydon road closures and traffic lights for summer 2026
Croydon faces dozens of road closures and temporary traffic lights from late July to September 2026, affecting areas including Purley, Thornton Heath, Coulsdon, and New Addington.
Did NASA Overlook Evidence of Life on Mars?
A leading scientist claims NASA's 1976 Viking mission may have missed signs of microbial life on Mars, with profound implications for the search for extraterrestrial life.
1979 British Rail poster shows London without trains
A 1979 British Rail poster imagines London without its rail network, depicting gridlocked roads and buried Thames, highlighting the vital role of trains.
Cable car plunges 20ft at Mexico park, misses crowd
A cable car at a fair in Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico, broke free and fell 20 feet, narrowly missing visitors below. No injuries were reported.
Marvel Tōkon Open Beta Start Time and Characters
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls open beta starts July 24, 2026, on PS5, Steam, and Epic Games Store. Free to all, featuring 15 characters and 6 stages.
Charing Cross and Waterloo East Closed 22 Days This Summer
Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations will close for 22 days from July 26 to August 16, 2026, for £20m upgrades. Tube services unaffected; tickets valid on alternate routes.
Charing Cross and Waterloo East: 3-week closures from July 26
Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations will close for 3 weeks from July 26 for a £20m track upgrade, affecting Southeastern services. Trains diverted to Victoria, Cannon Street, Blackfriars, and London Bridge.
Hassle-free cruise from Thames beats airport border queues
A cruise from Tilbury bypasses EU border queues, with 30-minute embarkation and EES exemption for UK departures. Three-night trip to Netherlands and Belgium offers spacious ship, fine dining, and charming ports.
Federal rejection dashes hopes for northern NSW rail trail
A $42m federal grant request to complete the 54km missing link of the northern rivers rail trail has been rejected, despite council backing and regional economic need.
Bid to save London's only indoor skatepark from padel courts
Skaters launch campaign to save Barking indoor skatepark, set to close in August and be replaced by padel courts, citing safety and year-round use.
Luton Airport road closure warning for July travellers
London Luton Airport has issued a travel warning for passengers this July due to daytime road closures on New Airport Way from 20th to 22nd, urging alternative arrangements.
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