Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) may face delays in electric car battery deliveries from the Agratas gigafactory in Somerset, UK, due to construction problems. Agratas terminated its main contractor, Sir Robert McAlpine, and replaced it with Tonroe Group Ltd, pushing the start date further back from an already delayed January 2028 target.
A fatal train collision near Bedford has resulted in one death and nearly 100 injuries, with 11 people critically hurt. Two East Midlands railway services collided south of the Elstow interchange, causing significant disruption and prompting a major incident response from emergency services.
Two trains collided near Bedford, causing serious injuries and major transport disruption. Emergency services are at the scene, and authorities are urging people to avoid the area. The incident has led to the suspension of services on several rail lines.
Two trains collided near Bedford, England, resulting in injuries and significant disruptions to rail services. Emergency services, including police and fire departments, are on the scene, and the public is advised to avoid the area. Social media footage shows a damaged train and passengers on the tracks.
President Trump defended a new US-Iran MOU to end the US-Israeli war, dismissing critics who claim it benefits Iran. He asserted Iran's "unconditional surrender" and "desperation" in signing the deal, while tensions rise with Israel's actions in Lebanon.
Vice President JD Vance's trip to Switzerland for Iran peace talks was delayed, raising questions about a recently signed memorandum of understanding to end the Middle East conflict. Israel continues to bombard Lebanon despite the agreement.
Direct talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland were postponed after US Vice-President JD Vance delayed his trip. This follows a recent deal aimed at ending conflict, though fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has continued.
Direct talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland were postponed after US Vice-President JD Vance delayed his trip. The White House cited logistical issues. The postponement follows a recent deal between the two nations aimed at ending conflict, which also included provisions for Lebanon, though Israeli strikes there killed at least 18 people overnight.
Vice President JD Vance's trip to Switzerland for Iran nuclear talks is postponed due to 'difficult logistics.' The delay follows reports of Iran's own delegation being held back over Israel's actions in Lebanon. The US had previously eased its blockade on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Train operator CrossCountry received the worst score in a passenger survey, with only 72% of stops on schedule and 7% of services cancelled. Despite improvements, the company acknowledges the need to do more for its customers.
Jacana Energy's CEO revealed thousands more customers than initially thought were impacted by billing delays due to a botched smart meter rollout. Power and Water Corporation admitted fault for not regularly supplying smart meter data to Jacana, affecting billing accuracy.
The Strait of Hormuz is set to reopen after a deal between the U.S. and Iran, but clearing the backlog of ships and restoring full supply will take weeks, potentially months. Experts cite unresolved logistical and security questions, including permission requirements, tolls, naval escorts, and mine clearance, complicating the restart.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced expanded capital gains tax (CGT) exemptions for small businesses, including startups and testamentary trusts. The government increased the turnover threshold to $10 million, making the exemption "substantially broader and significantly more generous" in response to industry criticism.
Qantas has again postponed its direct Sydney to London flights, now slated for October 2027. The delay is attributed to extended wait times for new Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft, with the first delivery pushed to April 2027, impacting the previously announced 2027 launch.
Ryanair passengers were left stranded in Greece after their flight to London Luton departed without them due to significant delays at Athens International Airport's passport control. The incident highlights ongoing issues with new EU border systems impacting travel.
President Trump postponed Jay Clayton's confirmation as DNI, keeping Bill Pulte as acting DNI. Trump linked Clayton's approval to passage of surveillance and voter ID legislation.
President Trump has unexpectedly postponed Jay Clayton's nomination for Director of National Intelligence and is blocking a surveillance tool's approval. He demands the Senate pass a voting bill and approve Jamie McDonald as U.S. Attorney before proceeding, creating political leverage.
Donald Trump announced the cancellation of a Senate hearing for his Director of National Intelligence (DNI) nominee, Jay Clayton. Trump cited the need to ensure Jamie McDonald, a lawyer involved in one of his cases, is approved as US Attorney before replacing Clayton.
President Trump unexpectedly delayed Jay Clayton's nomination for U.S. intelligence chief, linking it to a voter-identification bill and James McDonald's approval as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. Trump also tied FISA renewal to his 'Save America Act'.
The US has reportedly delayed adding Chinese AI startup DeepSeek to a trade blacklist, despite approval last year. DeepSeek's low-cost AI model and alleged support for military operations raised concerns among US officials and AI companies.
Southern China is experiencing widespread chaos due to torrential downpours, leading to significant flight delays at major airports like Shenzhen and Guangzhou, and forcing thousands to evacuate homes in Guangxi and Guangdong provinces. Emergency response levels have been raised as forecasters predict the rain belt will persist.
Steady rain delayed the start of the India vs Afghanistan ODI in Dharamsala. The HPCA Stadium's advanced sub-surface drainage system, costing Rs 6-8 crores, allowed the ground to be ready quickly after the rain stopped, minimizing delays and spectator disappointment.
Isar Aerospace scrubbed a critical test flight of its Spectrum rocket due to issues with fluid systems. This marks the fourth delay in five months, highlighting ongoing challenges for the European rocket startup at Norway's Andøya Spaceport, which faces competing demands from military exercises and local fishing interests.
Passengers heading to Noida airport on its first day of operations faced confusion due to navigation platforms like Google Maps directing them to the cargo entry instead of the passenger terminal. This led to frustrating detours, extra costs, and lost time for many travelers.
