Album Release Days See Spike in Fatal Car Crashes
A new study finds a 15% increase in US traffic fatalities on days when top artists like Taylor Swift drop new albums, linked to a 40% rise in smartphone use for streaming.
Category : Traffic
One Dead in Dimmocks Cote Level Crossing Train-Car Crash
A person has died following a collision between a train and a car at Dimmocks Cote level crossing in Ely, Cambridgeshire. Emergency services attended the scene.
Mother's M40 Panic Attack as RAC Calls Baby 'Non-Priority'
A new mother suffered a panic attack on the M40 after the RAC reportedly said her stranded three-month-old baby was 'non-priority' and gave a six-hour wait estimate for breakdown assistance.
Drunk Driving Instructor Crashes Car into Ditch on Way to Lesson
Timothy Howells, a RED Driving School instructor, was four times over the limit when he crashed his marked VW Polo into a ditch in Carmarthenshire. His sentence was suspended, but he received a 30-month driving ban.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Drink-Driving Instructor Jailed After Ditch Crash
A driving instructor was caught on camera after crashing his car into a ditch while four times over the alcohol limit. Timothy Howells received a suspended sentence and a driving ban.
Man in 70s Takes Mobility Scooter on M11 Motorway, Police Respond
A man in his 70s was spotted driving a mobility scooter on the M11 motorway near Harlow, leading Essex Police to close a lane and escort him safely home.
Man in 70s Uses Mobility Scooter on M11 Motorway
A man in his 70s was safely escorted home by Essex Police after being spotted driving a mobility scooter on the M11 motorway near Harlow, prompting safety warnings.
DVLA Urges Drivers to Tax Vehicles or Face Clamping
The DVLA warns UK motorists to tax their vehicles, even at a £0 rate, or risk enforcement like clamping, with a two-day MOT delay alert.
Driver Sentenced for Fatal M32 Crash Caused by Cigarette Search
Jamie Nicholls has received a suspended sentence after causing a fatal motorway pile-up on the M32 near Bristol in 2024, admitting he looked down to search for a cigarette.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Highway Code's 24-Hour Rule Could Lead to Driving Bans
The Department for Transport warns drivers must report collisions within 24 hours or face fines, penalty points, and potential driving disqualifications under Highway Code Rules 286 and 287.
DVLA: Declare Health Conditions or Face £1,000 Fine
UK motorists are being urged to report medical conditions affecting driving to the DVLA, with fines up to £1,000 for non-compliance. The warning covers conditions from epilepsy to diabetes.
Drink Driver Flees Crash, Injures Teen and Man in Windsor
A 33-year-old driver allegedly attempted to flee after crashing into two pedestrians on Chapel Street in Windsor, Melbourne. The 18-year-old girl and 63-year-old man suffered serious injuries.
British Man Fined £10,500 for Drugged Hotel Crash in Poland
A 36-year-old British man has been fined over £10,000 and banned from driving in Poland after reversing his car into a four-star hotel lobby while under the influence of drugs.
DVLA Urges UK Drivers to Register Online to Avoid Fines
The DVLA has issued a fresh warning to millions of motorists to register with its online portal to monitor MOT expiry dates, tax reminders, and licence details, helping avoid fines up to £1,000.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Two Teens Killed in Donegal Crash Named as Community Mourns
Daniel Cullen and Caoimhin Porter, both 18, died after their car collided with a lorry in St Johnston, Co Donegal. A third teen is hospitalised with serious injuries.
Rhode Island Snow Truck Driver Sparks Outrage After Blizzard
A Rhode Island driver infuriated residents by operating a snow-covered truck after a historic blizzard, violating state laws and endangering safety as communities struggled with massive snow cleanup.
Roundabout Crash Video Sparks Fierce Online Lane Debate
Dashcam footage of a BMW and Hyundai collision on a Southend roundabout has gone viral, igniting heated arguments about correct lane usage and road safety.
Father Killed in Moy Crash Loved Children 'Beyond Measure'
Conor Quinn, 31, was one of three people killed in a major road collision in Moy, Co Tyrone. His funeral heard he was a devoted father whose family has been 'thrown into turmoil'.
AA Reveals Safest Position for Child Car Seats
The Automobile Association provides definitive guidance on the safest location for child car seats, ending long-standing parental debates and offering crucial safety recommendations.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Drunk Passenger Screams 'I'm Savage' on Flight
Stephen Biofield, 61, caused panic on a Krakow to Bristol flight with drunken rants including 'I'm English, you can't tell me what to do'. He pleaded guilty to four charges.
Child and Woman Critical After Lincolnshire Crash, Two Arrested
A six-year-old child and a 73-year-old woman are fighting for life after a serious collision on the A161 in Lincolnshire. A 40-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman have been arrested.
Mother and Daughter Killed in A3 Crash, Family Tributes
Mary Michelle Devine, 43, and her seven-year-old daughter Theia from Portsmouth died in a serious collision on the A3 last week. Their family has described them as 'the most beautiful souls'.
Three Killed in Multi-Car Crash, Police Seek Witnesses
Conor Quinn, Laura Hoy-Henry, and John Guy died in a three-vehicle collision near Moy. Four others were injured as police continue investigations and appeal for dashcam footage.
Driver Banned After 50mph School Bus Crash with 29 Children
Brett Jarvis has been disqualified from driving for six months and fined after crashing a school coach carrying 29 children at an 'inappropriate' speed on a Hampshire roundabout.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Three Named in Fatal Co Tyrone Crash, Four Others Injured
Conor Quinn, John Guy, and Laura Hoy-Henry died in a multi-vehicle collision near Moy. Police appeal for witnesses as community mourns the tragic loss.
Police Officer: Only One Legal Way to Use Phone While Driving
A roads policing officer clarifies the strict rules around mobile phone use behind the wheel, detailing the sole permissible instance and the severe penalties for violations.
Teen Girl and Dog Killed in Navan Hit and Run Tragedy
Mia Lily Keogh O'Keeffe, 16, and her dog Bowie were fatally struck by a vehicle on Slane Road. The driver fled, leaving the community in mourning and rallying support.
Three Killed in Northern Ireland Crash, Including Father-of-Six
A tragic road collision in Northern Ireland has claimed the lives of three people, including a father-of-six, with four others injured. The community mourns as families are plunged into grief.
Girl, 7, and Woman Killed in A3 Hindhead Tunnel Crash
A seven-year-old girl and a 43-year-old woman from Portsmouth died after their red Ford Fiesta left the A3 southbound carriageway near Hindhead Tunnel. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Three Named in Co Tyrone Road Crash Tragedy
Conor Quinn, John Guy, and Laura Hoy-Henry died in a three-car collision near Moy. Four others were injured as police appeal for witnesses.
Page 7 of 30
