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Travel & transport from BBC stories as at 11:35 19 Jul 2026
 
- New EU border system tripling time at passport control, airport boss says
[9 hours old]: Ryanair has also warned passengers travelling to Europe this summer to prepare for extended waits.

* Ferry carrying 116 passengers sinks off Guyana coast, authorities say
[0 hours old]: The vessel capsized between Georgetown and Port Kaituma, with 53 people so far rescued.

. Investigation into parking tickets for drivers queuing at petrol stations
[65 hours old]: It's part of a wider crackdown from the consumer regulator into potentially unfair practices by private parking operators.

. Why is crucial tech vulnerable to the heat?
[435 hours old]: Energy grids and train services are among the vital services that are vulnerable to very hot weather.

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- Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on cost of living in first major policy pledge
[1 hours old]: A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.

* Messi on the brink of history - will it be his last World Cup game?
[0 hours old]: Argentina captain Lionel Messi will play his 34th World Cup match in Sunday's final, but will it be his last appearance?

* Tate brothers arrested in US as further UK charges take total to 59
[0 hours old]: The Crown Prosecution Service says it has requested their extradition from the US, while their lawyer says they are innocent.

* Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Kyiv
[1 hours old]: One death is reported in what President Zelensky calls "one of the most massive ballistic attacks" on Ukraine's capital.

- The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off
[10 hours old]: More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them?

- Bruno Mars has an unexpected opening before Wembley party starts
[2 hours old]: After an eight-year absence from UK stages, Bruno Mars returned to Wembley Stadium with a polished, hit-filled show.

- Watch: Highlights as England stun France 6-4 in third-place play-off
[9 hours old]: Bukayo Saka scores a hat-trick as England beat France 6-4 in a thriller to record their best men's World Cup finish since 1966.

- Why the half-time show may be a taste of things to come
[9 hours old]: The 2026 World Cup's spectacle is creating debate about the place of music in sport - and how it could infiltrate other tournaments.

- Best England team for a long time -that's a fact, says Rice
[8 hours old]: Midfielder Declan Rice says "this is the best England group for a very long time" after they secure a third-placed finish at the World Cup.

* A final that will define Lamine Yamal's World Cup
[0 hours old]: Lamine Yamal may not have had a sparkling World Cup but victory for Spain in Sunday's World Cup final would write a very different narrative.

- Over to you, Messi - Mbappe leads Golden Boot race for the ages
[11 hours old]: Kylian Mbappe leads the Golden Boot race by two goals but Lionel Messi could yet overtake him in the World Cup final.

- Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park
[11 hours old]: Rents in Bozeman, Montana have skyrocketed as wealthy out-of-towners flock to the city to experience the American West.

- The honours system used to be too posh but I'm proof change is happening
[8 hours old]: Record numbers of people from poorer backgrounds are now receiving awards.

- Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy
[10 hours old]: Russians have been hit by mobile internet shutdowns and more businesses are seeking to dodge tax after more than four years of war with Ukraine.

- Why some women are being driven out of the workplace by an illness
[8 hours old]: Three women describe how endometriosis has affected their careers, as an inquiry takes place.

- Can Burnham's casual style survive contact with No 10?
[10 hours old]: When Burnham becomes PM, he'll find it harder to wear the wardrobe that's central to his political brand.

- Parts of UK to get break in heatwave but dry spell to continue
[5 hours old]: Cooler temperatures are on the way but the long, dry summer continues for most.

- Neighbours actor Terence Donovan dies aged 90
[2 hours old]: His son, actor Jason Donovan, posted to social media that his father died on Saturday night peacefully in Melbourne, Australia

- The Papers: 'Messiah without a mandate' and 'attack of the Argie ants'
[5 hours old]: Today's papers spotlight Andy Burnham on the eve of him becoming Britain's new prime minister.

- US and Iran exchange strikes after two US soldiers killed in Jordan
[5 hours old]: US forces target Iranian sites for the eighth night in a row, while Iran says it fired drones at the US military in Kuwait.

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* Has Saka shown Tuchel he's too good to leave out?
[1 hours old]: Bukayo Saka’s World Cup hat-trick against France reignited the selection debate and Thomas Tuchel’s decision to leave him out of the semi-final.

* Argentina coach accuses England of lack of respect
[1 hours old]: Argentina heach coach Felipe Contepomi walks out of his news conference after the 31-24 defeat by England in the Nations Championship.

- Rapp, 26, dies after being hit by car while cycling
[2 hours old]: American boxer Hannah Rapp dies aged 26 after being hit by a car while cycling in Texas.

- England beat France in 10-goal thriller to win third-place play-off
[9 hours old]: Bukayo Saka scores a hat-trick as England beat France 6-4 in a thriller to record their best men's World Cup finish since 1966.

* Is Burnham promising a new dawn for North Sea oil and gas?
[1 hours old]: The incoming PM is expected to announce fresh support for the North Sea from day one of his premiership.

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. 'I had stage four cancer at 14, now I'm a doctor'
[53 hours old]: Ellie Waters-Barnes survived an aggressive stage four cancer and underwent 18 months of treatment.

. Escaped big cat found in plant pot after two-month search
[48 hours old]: It is thought to have escaped from the city and travelled about four miles into the countryside.

. The Rock hires out Suffolk cinema for 200 school pupils
[125 hours old]: Hollywood star fulfils promise of Moana screening for children at St Gregory Primary School.

. Bananas! Surprise as back garden plant bears fruit
[77 hours old]: Stephen Hind believes the current hot temperatures and climate change have encouraged the fruit.

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. Andrew Marr on Burnham's Plan For Number 10
[67 hours old]: What will Andy Burnham do when he becomes Prime Minister?

. Will Trump's primetime speech help him challenge the midterm elections?
[52 hours old]: Join Americast for insights and analysis on what's happening inside Trump's White House.

. 'My buyers dropped their offer by £15,000 the day before exchange': Gazundering and how to avoid it
[33 hours old]: It's a small but growing problem in the property market - here's how to protect yourself.

. Brewdog founder faces data complaints over efforts to buy back firm
[42 hours old]: The UK data watchdog has received complaints after James Watt reportedly contacted former shareholders.

. The financial winners and losers from the World Cup
[47 hours old]: Big bucks are being made from the 2026 tournament off the field, but who is raking in the most, and who is losing out?

. Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?
[53 hours old]: Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.

. China hits out at British Steel nationalisation
[42 hours old]: The UK government said taking the firm into public hands would safeguard "a vital national capability".

. Five headaches Andy Burnham will have to deal with as PM
[52 hours old]: From defence spending to housing - the next UK leader has a series of challenges to deal with.

. China's Moonshot AI claims Kimi K3 can rival OpenAI and Anthropic
[42 hours old]: The company has unveiled a massive new artificial intelligence model it says can take on top American firms.

. I wouldn't marry him until he paid off his debt, now I'm in charge of our money
[59 hours old]: Sarah and her husband have shared one account for 25 years, but she says managing it falls to her.

. Why has British Steel been nationalised?
[48 hours old]: The UK's only remaining plant making virgin steel has been taken into public ownership after years of uncertainty over its future.

. Why are UK fuel prices rising again?
[44 hours old]: UK fuel prices are going up again after the collapse of peace talks to end the US-Israel war with Iran.

. Who is the frontrunner to be the UK's next chancellor?
[49 hours old]: Andy Burnham will be moving into Downing Street next week, and a question remains over who will be his neighbour in Number 11.

. Trump Media to sell instant access to 'market-moving' social posts
[51 hours old]: Trump Media is launching a fast, paid feed to its most influential posts for Wall Street traders.

. White House teleprompter operator accused of making 0k from Trump speech bets
[64 hours old]: A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly 0,000 on Kalshi.

. Celebrity influencers paid up to £1m to advertise deodorant on Instagram
[76 hours old]: The chief executive of Wild reveals what happens behind the scenes of social media posts.

. British Steel taken into public ownership to protect 'vital' UK supply
[71 hours old]: The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.

. UK economy returns to growth in May
[74 hours old]: The modest growth reverses a slight contraction that had been seen the previous month.

. TikTok faces Ofcom investigation over child age checks
[71 hours old]: It follows a review by the regulator in May that criticised the platform for not being "safe enough" for children.

. Chip giant TSMC pledges another 0bn to expand US production
[72 hours old]: The company says it will create "high-tech, high-paying jobs", and raises its total commitment to the US to 5bn.

. Buffett calls Bill Gates relationship with Epstein 'distasteful'
[84 hours old]: The billionaire investor's firm has stopped giving donations to the Microsoft co-founder's charity.

. Aer Lingus proposes cutting 500 jobs under savings plan
[71 hours old]: The company proposes cutting 290 roles in its head office, along with 140 cabin roles and 70 pilots.

. SpaceX share price drops below stock market debut
[88 hours old]: Share trading in Elon Musk’s rocket company has been volatile since it went public a month ago.

. Salary information to be shown on job ads under new laws
[88 hours old]: The government argues the move would help jobseekers and could reduce pay discrimination claims.

. Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues
[89 hours old]: Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson.

. Is tracking your food purchases good for your health?
[131 hours old]: Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?

. New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain
[155 hours old]: It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

. Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring
[251 hours old]: The median cost of a home in the city is now .7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.

. Robots available for rent: But what can they do?
[299 hours old]: Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.

. AI is 'not smart' so what's next in artificial intelligence?
[395 hours old]: Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.

. The legal fight to get equal pay for Germany's disabled workers
[587 hours old]: A test case is seeking the minimum wage for 300,000 disabled people who currently get paid less.

. Do you know your 'sweat score'? The rise of hydration tech
[635 hours old]: Hydration tracking gadgets are flooding the market but is it too much information?

. Is Germany looking again at coal-powered electricity?
[659 hours old]: It had planned to abandon the fuel, but the higher cost of natural gas may make it think again.

. The artificial ice pyramids saving India's mountain villages
[731 hours old]: Himalayan villages are creating artificial glaciers to guarantee water for their crops in the spring.

. 'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots
[755 hours old]: As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.

. What is Helium-3 and could we get it from the moon?
[802 hours old]: Helium-3 is expensive and demand is forecast to soar, so some are planning to mine it on the moon.

. Guidance needed for families reclaiming childcare
[27 hours old]: Some families have had problems claiming back cash as part of the pilot scheme.

. Rural residents back heating oil protection plan
[28 hours old]: Households reliant on heating oil as a fuel source say better regulation of pricing is needed.

. 'I'd rather not leave the house so I don't get into more debt'
[29 hours old]: Great Yarmouth has some of the highest levels of problem debt in the country, but help is at hand.

. What are your rights if you buy something that breaks?
[43 hours old]: Martin Lewis explains why you should go back to the item's retailer, not the manufacturer.

. Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
[443 hours old]: Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older

. The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
[923 hours old]: The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

. How the High Street became a window on our political instability
[995 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?

. The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
[1252 hours old]: Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam

. The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages
[1835 hours old]: What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?

. Why women should speak openly about money
[40 hours old]: Emma joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her book Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work and Life.

. How do you split the bill with friends?
[53 hours old]: Hands down the worst part of going out for dinner.

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