Airport Tax Rise To Increase Holiday Costs For Families
Chancellor's business rate increase will see Heathrow's bill double to £240m, with costs passed to passengers. Discover how your next holiday will be affected.
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Italy travel disruption as workers strike over pay
Flight and train services across Italy face major disruption on 28 November due to a national strike over pay and Gaza. Check your travel plans now.
MG S6 Review: Spacious Family EV Offers Value
MG's new S6 EV combines a cavernous cabin, calm refinement and generous equipment with competitive pricing. Is this the new family EV champion?
M5 chaos: Overturned van causes 5-mile delays
An overturned van on the M5 northbound has caused 5 miles of congestion and 60-minute delays during Thursday's rush hour. Three lanes remain closed. Expect normal traffic by 1pm.
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M5 chaos: 90-minute delays after van overturns
Drivers face 90-minute delays and five-mile queues on the M5 after a van overturned, closing three lanes. Follow live updates on this breaking story.
Heathrow Express helps reunite lost toys with families
Heathrow Express launches Operation Teddy Rescue to reunite families with lost toys. New research reveals 1 in 5 families miss travel connections due to missing teddies.
Heathrow style check: Are passengers dressing with respect?
As the US launches a 'civility campaign' for air travel, we investigate dress standards at Heathrow. Are passengers dressing to de-stress rather than impress? Find out more.
Mirabel: Canada's abandoned mega-airport
The £1bn story of Mirabel International Airport, a Canadian mega-project that displaced thousands and was left to rot. Discover why this aviation dream failed.
11 killed in Kunming train crash during maintenance
A test train has collided with a maintenance crew in Kunming, China, killing 11 people and injuring two others. The cause of the tragic railway accident is under investigation.
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APD Increase: Family Flight Tax to Exceed £1,000
Air Passenger Duty is set for above-inflation rises in 2026 and 2027. Discover how the flight tax works, the new rates, and legitimate ways to reduce or reclaim your APD bill.
Thanksgiving travel chaos as US storm grounds flights
A major winter storm causes Thanksgiving travel chaos across the US, with over 1,700 flights delayed and blizzard conditions forecast. Stay updated on the latest developments.
Plane skids off runway at Vilnius airport in snow
A LOT Polish Airlines flight slid off the runway at Vilnius Airport during heavy snowfall. All 67 passengers and crew evacuated safely. Read the latest on the incident and airport closure.
Fuel Duty Frozen, 3p EV Mileage Charge Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes fuel duty until September 2026, then reverses the 5p cut. A new 3p-per-mile charge for electric vehicles starts in 2028 to fund road maintenance.
Plane slides off runway at snowy Vilnius airport
A LOT Polish Airlines Embraer 170 veered off the runway at Vilnius Airport amid heavy snow. All 67 passengers and crew evacuated safely. Read the latest updates.
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Plane slides off runway at Vilnius airport in snow
A LOT Polish Airlines flight from Warsaw slid off the runway at Vilnius Airport amid heavy snowfall. All 67 passengers and crew evacuated safely. Read the latest updates.
Rail fare freeze saves passengers hundreds of pounds
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces first rail fare freeze in 30 years, saving millions on season tickets and peak travel. Discover what this means for your commute.
Underground Fire in Holborn: 70 Firefighters Deployed
Major incident in Holborn as 70 firefighters tackle underground electrical cable fire. Road closures and bus diversions in place. Avoid the area.
New Pay-Per-Mile Tax for EVs from 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new mile-based tax for electric vehicles starting 2028-29. Find out how much you'll pay and what it means for the EV transition.
Brace Position Secrets Revealed by Top 747 Pilot
Discover why the aircraft brace position is crucial for survival during impact. Expert pilot reveals life-saving secrets and new safety measures being implemented.
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Toyota Corolla ABS failure caused fatal M25 crash
A coroner's report reveals a fatal flaw in Toyota Corolla's anti-lock brakes after a tyre detachment led to a Surrey motorway collision. Read the full investigation.
Wizz Air is UK's cheapest airline for festive travel
A new study reveals Wizz Air offers the lowest fares for UK Christmas travel at £0.0417 per seat mile, though Virgin Atlantic surprises in second place. Discover which airlines provide the best value.
Underground fire closes central London roads
A major fire in an underground tunnel in Holborn has sent black smoke over central London. Roads are closed and people are urged to avoid the area. Follow for live updates.
Holborn Underground Fire Causes Major London Disruption
A major fire in an underground tunnel on Theobalds Road, Holborn, has prompted a huge emergency response. Avoid the area as smoke blankets central London.
Stop Leaving This Item in Your Car to Avoid Condensation
Drivers can prevent annoying windscreen condensation this November by removing a simple, everyday item from their vehicles, according to motoring experts and the RAC.
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National Express owner Mobico cuts jobs in cost drive
Mobico, owner of National Express, is cutting back-office jobs across its UK operations in a major cost-saving drive as annual profits are set to miss targets. Read the full details.
Brussels Airport cancels 110 flights due to national strike
Major travel disruption across Europe as Brussels Airport cancels over half its flights amid a nationwide strike over austerity. British Airways suspends London-Brussels links. Full details.
BMW 3 Series named UK's best used car of the year
Auto Express experts unanimously name the BMW 3 Series the best used car in Britain for 2025, praising its versatility and beating the electric Jaguar I-Pace. Discover the top picks.
M54 closed after multi-vehicle crash near Wolverhampton
The M54 is closed westbound after a serious multi-vehicle collision involving a lorry that crossed the central reservation. Follow for live traffic updates and diversion routes.
Dumper truck causes 12-vehicle pile-up in Colombia
Shocking footage shows a runaway dumper truck with failed brakes causing a 12-vehicle pile-up in Medellín, Colombia. Three injured as bus is sent flying off road. Read the full investigation details.
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Man dies in M20 crash, road closed for hours
A man in his 30s has died following a serious three-vehicle collision on the M20 in Kent. The London-bound carriageway was closed for hours. Witnesses are urged to come forward.
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