UK drivers face £10k fines for wet weather errors
Motoring experts warn UK drivers of hefty fines up to £10,000 for rain-related offences like speeding and splashing pedestrians. Learn how to stay safe and avoid penalties this winter.
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42 killed by drivers using mobile phones last year
Shocking new figures show a record 42 people died in accidents caused by drivers distracted by mobile phones. Campaigners demand it becomes 'culturally unacceptable'. Read the full report.
Lib Dems Demand Probe into Driving Test Touting Scandal
Ministers urged to investigate claims touts pay driving instructors for login details to block-book tests, exploiting learners and worsening the 642,000-strong backlog. Read the full story.
Lib Dems call for probe into driving test touting claims
MPs demand investigation into claims touts pay driving instructors for login details to block-book tests, worsening the 642,000-strong backlog. Read the full story.
Three sleep conditions risk £1000 DVLA fine
Drivers with specific sleep disorders like sleep apnoea or narcolepsy must inform the DVLA or face a £1000 fine and prosecution. Check if you are affected.
Drivers with poor eyesight warned to never do this
An optometrist issues a stark warning to UK drivers with vision problems. New survey reveals shocking stats on driving with poor eyesight, especially in winter. Find out the one thing you must avoid.
UK Driving Test Changes Start November 24 2025
Major changes to the UK driving test begin November 24, 2025. Learn how fewer stops, reduced emergency stops and flexible independent driving affect your test.
At-Home Prostate Cancer Tests Unveiled for NHS
The UK government reveals a new men's health plan featuring at-home PSA blood tests for prostate cancer from 2027. Discover how this aims to save lives through earlier detection.
Learner fails driving theory test 128 times
New data reveals the extreme lengths learners go to pass the UK driving theory test, with one person attempting it 128 times. Discover the toughest questions and why the pass rate is falling.
Anna Maxwell Martin: SATs harm special needs children
BBC star Anna Maxwell Martin joins parents warning primary SATs leave SEND children feeling 'not clever enough'. Read the open letter demanding education reform.
Tadhg Beirne ruled out of Ireland's Japan tour
Munster lock Tadhg Beirne faces extended sidelines with foot injury, forcing Ireland to reshuffle pack for summer Tests against Japan and All Blacks.
Couple's motorway sex at 90mph causes pile-up
Shocking motorway collision caused by couple engaging in sexual activity while driving at 90mph on busy UK road, resulting in multiple vehicle crash and serious injuries.
Why More Reading Tests Won't Fix Literacy Crisis
New analysis reveals why increased testing fails to improve children's reading skills and identifies the evidence-based strategies that actually work in UK classrooms.
Britain's 20 Most Bizarre Driving Test Fails Uncovered
Exclusive investigation uncovers the UK's most extraordinary driving test mishaps, featuring panicked candidates who confused garden gnomes for children and even claimed ghostly interference.
Putin: Russia may resume nuclear weapons testing
Vladimir Putin declares Russia may resume nuclear weapons testing in direct response to US atomic trials, escalating global security concerns and Cold War-era tensions.
Summer driving mistake could cost you £1,000
Drivers are being warned about a common summer error that could lead to massive fines and penalty points. Experts reveal why this dangerous mistake puts everyone at risk.
Labuschagne dropped in major Australia selection shake-up
Australian cricket faces dramatic selection overhaul as Marnus Labuschagne is axed from Test squad, with Cameron Green securing the number four spot for upcoming New Zealand series.
Germany's Autobahn: Europe's Last No-Speed-Limit Highway
Explore Germany's legendary Autobahn network where speed limits remain optional on many stretches, offering the ultimate driving freedom in Europe. Discover the rules, risks and remarkable engineering behind this motoring paradise.
England's Guy Pepper praised ahead of Australia Tests
Rising star Guy Pepper receives glowing praise from England coach Richard Wigglesworth as England prepare for crucial summer Test against Wallabies in Perth.
Scotland's flying wingers dazzle in USA victory
Duhan van der Merwe and Darcy Graham dazzle with spectacular tries as Scotland secure commanding 42-7 win against USA in Washington DC summer Test match.
Driving test crisis: 18-month waits force learners to travel
UK learner drivers face unprecedented delays with waiting times stretching to 18 months, forcing many to travel hundreds of miles and pay premium prices for last-minute test slots.
Kremlin denies nuclear tests after Trump announcement
Moscow issues urgent clarification about recent weapons testing as former President Donald Trump declares America will resume nuclear weapons development, sparking global tensions.
The Personality Test Trap: Why We Love Labels
From ancient humoral theory to modern Myers-Briggs, explore why personality typing remains compelling despite questionable scientific foundations.
Trump defends North Korea's missile tests in shock statement
Ex-President Donald Trump breaks silence on North Korea's latest missile launches, offering unexpected support for Kim Jong Un while criticising current US leadership in explosive statement.
Dipped Headlights Risk in Heavy Rain Revealed
New research reveals how using dipped headlights in heavy rain could be dangerously reducing your visibility. Experts explain when you should switch to front fog lights for safer driving.
UK Driving Test Postcode Lottery Revealed
Exclusive DVSA data uncovers shocking regional disparities in driving test pass rates across Britain, with some test centres seeing nearly 70% failure rates while others boast 60% success.
Spain's 2025 Drink-Driving Crackdown: Holiday Warning
British tourists face holiday nightmare as Spain prepares to implement Europe's strictest drink-driving regulations, slashing legal alcohol limits to virtually zero for all drivers from 2025.
Putin Oversees Nuclear Drills Amid Rising Tensions
Vladimir Putin has personally supervised large-scale nuclear strike exercises involving intercontinental ballistic missiles and strategic bombers, as tensions between Russia and the West reach dangerous new heights.
Van driver jailed for fatal email crash on M25
A van driver who caused a fatal motorway collision while checking work emails has been jailed for causing death by dangerous driving in a tragic case highlighting the dangers of mobile phone use at the wheel.
Trump pushes fitness tests for ICE agents in immigration crackdown
Former President Donald Trump proposes mandatory fitness testing for ICE agents as part of his immigration enforcement overhaul, drawing criticism from civil rights groups.
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