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HS2 Chiltern tunnel breakthrough completes 10-mile bore

In a landmark moment for Britain's transport infrastructure, HS2's giant tunnelling machine 'Florence' has completed its 10-mile journey beneath the Chiltern Hills, marking a critical milestone for the high-speed rail project connecting London and Birming

Archewell's Ukraine Aid Claim Sparks Controversy

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's charitable organisation faces scrutiny after a Ukrainian official's claim of unacknowledged aid, raising questions about UK rail's commemorative gesture.

Majorca's Scenic Train Returns After 50 Years

Majorca's historic train line from Palma to Sóller returns, offering breathtaking mountain and citrus grove views, revitalising tourism and local travel on the Balearic island.

London Commuter Chaos: DLR & Tube Staff Strike

London's transport network faces major disruption as RMT union members on the Docklands Light Railway and London Underground stage a 48-hour strike over pay and conditions, crippling key commuter routes.

CCTV shows Dezi Freeman's last moments before train death

Exclusive CCTV images reveal the last moments of 23-year-old Dezi Freeman before he was tragically struck by a train at a Surrey station. An inquest hears details of the 'perfect storm' that led to the devastating incident.

Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes

Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.

World's Largest Train Station Opens in China

Discover the mind-boggling scale of China's new Shenzhen North Railway Hub, a £2 billion behemoth that's five times larger than London's Waterloo and redefines modern travel with its colossal size and cutting-edge technology.

Lost Plans For London's Grand Central Terminal Revealed

Exclusive: Historic England unveils long-lost drawings by Percival and Parsons for a monumental London rail terminus that was never built, offering a glimpse into a radically different vision for the capital's transport hub.

World's Most Scenic Train Journey Costs Just £19

An adventurous tourist has uncovered the ultimate budget travel secret: experiencing Norway's world-famous Bergensbanen railway, hailed as one of the planet's most beautiful train journeys, for an unbelievable £19.

Vintage Train from Rome to Siena Through Tuscany

Discover la dolce vita aboard Italy's newest heritage railway. A beautifully restored 1930s train now offers a breathtaking day trip from Rome through the rolling hills of Tuscany to the medieval city of Siena.

Lisbon Funicular Crash: One Dead in Tram Derailment

A popular Lisbon funicular train violently derails, resulting in one fatality and multiple critical injuries. Emergency services scramble in major rescue operation as investigation into the cause begins.

Lisbon's Historic Elevador da Glória Funicular Railway

Discover the iconic Elevador da Glória, one of Lisbon's beloved funicular railways. Explore its fascinating history, how it works, and why it remains a vital part of the city's transport and tourist landscape.

North Korea Loses 2,000 Troops in Flood Catastrophe

Exclusive report reveals a catastrophic incident in North Korea where thousands of young troops perished during a rushed infrastructure project ordered by Kim Jong-un, highlighting the regime's brutal disregard for human life.

Noisy Roads & Flight Paths Linked to Higher Stroke Risk

Groundbreaking UK research reveals a direct link between long-term exposure to traffic, rail, and aircraft noise and a heightened risk of suffering a stroke. Discover the alarming findings and which areas pose the greatest threat to your health.

Shocking Moment Train Obliterates Car on Level Crossing

Dramatic video captures the terrifying moment a train smashes into a car stranded on a level crossing in the UK. The driver miraculously survived after a barrier came down on his vehicle, trapping him on the tracks.

Met Office Tech Could Revolutionise UK Train Punctuality

Exclusive: A groundbreaking partnership between the Met Office and Network Rail is using hyper-local weather forecasting to combat delays and revolutionise Britain's railway network. Discover how AI and real-time data could end weather-related disruption

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