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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Gang rape convictions quashed in NSW Supreme Court
Two men will face a retrial and a third is acquitted after their gang rape convictions were overturned on appeal. The case relates to a 2022 bucks party in Newcastle. Read the latest.
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.
Man freed after 30 years on death row in Louisiana
Jimmie Duncan released after 30 years on death row as forensic evidence in murder case deemed 'scientifically indefensible'. Read the shocking details of this wrongful conviction.
Charity boss resigns after careless driving conviction
Former BBC Children in Need chair Terry Duddy resigns from charity roles after receiving a suspended sentence for causing serious injury to a cyclist. Read the full story.
Driver to be jailed after crash kills three passengers
Jorja Colville, 21, will be imprisoned for causing a fatal crash that killed three young men. She was driving at over 92mph before losing control. Read the full court details.
Children in Need chair resigns after conviction
Terry Duddy steps down as BBC Children in Need chair following conviction for causing serious injury to cyclist. New chairman appointed.
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.
BBC Children in Need Chair Quits Over Driving Conviction
Terry Duddy resigns as BBC Children in Need chair after receiving a suspended sentence for causing serious injury to a cyclist. Discover the full story and the charity's response.
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.
Wigmaker gets lenient sentence for fatal crash
Miriam Yarimi, who killed a mother and two daughters while driving recklessly, receives a plea deal far below the maximum sentence. Read the shocking details of the case.
Masterson Appeals Rape Conviction Citing Legal Errors
That '70s Show star Danny Masterson files habeas corpus petition claiming prosecutorial misconduct and inadequate defence led to wrongful conviction. Read the latest developments.
Murder case reopened 17 years after child testimony
Amanda Lewis's first-degree murder conviction for drowning her daughter is being reconsidered after 17 years. Discover the shocking new developments in this controversial case.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chelsea's Fofana commits ninth driving offence
Exclusive: Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana faces fresh legal trouble after being caught driving while disqualified - his NINTH motoring offence. Full details of the court case and potential consequences.
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.
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.
Trump Appeals Hush Money Felony Conviction
Former US President Donald Trump has formally appealed his criminal conviction in the New York hush money case, challenging the historic verdict that made him the first ex-president convicted of felonies.
Man freed after 13 years for wrongful conviction
Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu has been released after 13 years behind bars for a robbery conviction that has now been quashed by the Court of Appeal in a landmark miscarriage of justice case.
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.
Porsche driver guilty of manslaughter in fatal crash
Kristina Chambers convicted of manslaughter after crashing her Porsche at 112mph, killing passenger Joseph McMullin in horrific Buckinghamshire collision.
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.
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.
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