World Cup match times a 'welcome boost' for UK pubs
England's group stage matches will kick off before midnight, offering a major boost to UK pubs and bars. Hospitality bosses call for extended licensing hours to maximise the economic benefit.
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Backlash Over Netflix-Warner Bros Content Deal
A new licensing deal between Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery gives the streamer unprecedented control over major franchises, sparking industry and creator backlash. Discover the implications for film and TV.
Pubs get 1am licence for World Cup if England progress
UK pubs could stay open until 1am for World Cup 2026 if England or any home nation reach the quarter-finals. The Home Secretary's plan aims to boost hospitality and community spirit. Read more.
UK Pubs Get 1am Licence for World Cup Knock-Outs
UK pubs can stay open until 1am for Home Nations' World Cup knock-out games, offering a vital economic boost. Find out how this supports fans and the hospitality sector.
Jodie Foster: 'I would never have chosen to be an actor'
Hollywood icon Jodie Foster reveals she views acting as a 'cruel job' she was thrust into as a child and discusses her protective stance towards young stars today. Discover her candid reflections.
Global Taxi Scam Hotspots: US in Top 10
A new study analysing thousands of Reddit posts reveals the world's worst countries for taxi scams, with Turkey topping the list. Learn the most common cons and how to protect yourself.
Kent taxi driver avoids head-on crash on wrong side of road
A quick-thinking taxi driver swerves to avoid a head-on collision with a car speeding on the wrong side of the A249 in Kent. Watch the dramatic dashcam footage.
Women fined for taxi fare dodge after social media brag
Two women from Bournemouth have been ordered to pay £200 after boasting on social media about dodging a taxi fare. The court heard the driver has stopped night work due to anxiety. Read the full story.
Foster's 'Uninteresting' First Impression of De Niro
Jodie Foster reveals her initial 'uninteresting' impression of Robert De Niro on the 'Taxi Driver' set, a view transformed by his method acting that changed her craft forever. Discover the full story.
Dubai couple earn millions from UK asylum taxi contracts
Ashok and Manju Puri have earned millions transporting asylum seekers in taxis, as Home Office bans practice except in exceptional circumstances. Discover the full story.
UK bans asylum seeker taxis for medical appointments
New Home Office rules restrict taxi use for asylum seekers' medical trips, saving millions. Alternative transport required from February. Read the full details.
UK bans taxis for asylum seeker medical trips
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces a ban on taxi use for asylum seekers' medical journeys, restricting it to exceptional cases to save taxpayer money. The change follows a BBC investigation.
Sydney Airport Taxi Short Trip Refusals Spark Fury
Passengers reveal being refused short taxi trips from Sydney airport, while drivers cite hours-long queues. Discover the transport crisis and potential solutions.
Swinney urged to relax World Cup pub licensing rules
First Minister John Swinney faces calls to relax licensing rules for pubs and allow fan parks during the World Cup to boost Scotland's economy. Hospitality leaders demand action.
France to intercept migrant boats after UK pressure
French police will begin intercepting migrant 'taxi boats' at sea following pressure from the UK Government. Read the full story on the new Channel crossing strategy.
London's £400 Christmas Taxi Tours Divide Tourists
Black cab companies charge up to £400 for festive lights tours, but visitors question the value. Discover the premium experience and a Cotswolds market fiasco.
Dubai taxi driver choked by passenger in violent attack
Watch the terrifying footage of a passenger putting a Dubai taxi driver in a chokehold and threatening to kill him. The driver suffered injuries in the vicious assault.
New national safety standards for taxi drivers
New national licensing reforms will introduce rigorous vetting for all taxi drivers in England to improve passenger safety and tackle out-of-area working issues.
Bolt criticises 'taxi tax' and trials new bidding feature
Ride-sharing firm Bolt has launched a new bidding trial across nine UK cities and criticised a potential 20% VAT on fares. Discover how this affects drivers and passengers.
Dubai Launches World's First Flying Taxis in 2026
Dubai becomes the first city globally to launch commercial flying taxis in 2026, cutting commute times by half with zero-emission eVTOL aircraft. Discover how this transport revolution will transform urban mobility.
Microsoft 'ripped off NHS' claims MP in contract row
Labour MP Samantha Niblett alleges Microsoft overcharged NHS in £700m deal as MPs call for more contracts with British tech firms. Read the full investigation.
Restaurant sends legal letters to noise complainants
Pierluigi's Italian restaurant in Beckenham sends cease and desist letters to residents who complained about noise levels. Read the full dispute details.
Archer Aviation's $126M LA Air Taxi Base
Archer Aviation secures a key LA airport lease for its eVTOL air taxis, aiming to transform city transport and serve the 2028 Olympic Games. Discover the future of urban mobility.
Machete attack in London taxi over blaring music
Shocking video shows passenger attacking London cab driver with machete during dispute over loud dance music. Police investigation ongoing.
Taxi Tax Threat: Fares Could Soar by 15%
Plans for a 20% VAT on private hire vehicles could hike Uber and cab fares by over 15%, hitting vulnerable passengers hardest. Read the industry's urgent plea to the Chancellor.
Love Island Star Slams Labour's 'Dangerous' Taxi Tax
Former Love Island contestant Shaughna Phillips launches scathing attack on Rachel Reeves' proposed VAT hike for private hire vehicles, warning it threatens women's safety and will hit low-income families hardest.
Council bans taxi drivers from wearing jeans and trainers
Edinburgh cabbies face strict new dress code prohibiting casual wear including jeans, tracksuits and trainers while on duty under controversial council regulations.
British boxer assaults Turkish cab driver in panic attack
Professional boxer Bradley Haxby faces serious charges after allegedly attacking a Turkish cab driver during what he claims was a kidnapping panic attack, leaving the driver for dead on a remote roadside.
David Lammy Faces Paris Taxi Fare Dispute Controversy
Foreign Secretary David Lammy becomes embroiled in heated exchange with Paris taxi driver over disputed fare, with video footage sparking political controversy during diplomatic visit.
Taxi driver cleared in wheelchair fare theft case
A taxi driver has been found not guilty of theft after a dispute over a £20 wheelchair fare escalated into a criminal case, with the court ruling no dishonesty was involved.
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