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Travel & transport from BBC stories as at 04:15 14 Apr 2026
 
- Tracking the ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz
[10 hours old]: The first vessel has crossed the Strait of Hormuz after the US imposed a military blockade of Iran's ports.

- EasyJet passengers describe EU border 'nightmare'
[14 hours old]: Airlines warn of further disruption due to the introduction of a new EU digital border control system.

- How many ships are crossing the Strait of Hormuz?
[10 hours old]: The first vessel has crossed the Strait of Hormuz after the US imposed a military blockade of Iran's ports.

- Taxis, farmers and the fuel crisis in the south
[11 hours old]: Drivers in the south of England are feeling the financial strain from the US-Israel war with Iran.

. Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly
[458 hours old]: The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.

. The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
[2234 hours old]: There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?

. Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas
[2715 hours old]: Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?

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- Lebanon enters talks with Israel but with no cards to play
[4 hours old]: The Lebanese government go into peace talks with limited influence over the group.

* Former Nato chief to say UK's national security 'in peril'
[1 hours old]: Lord George Robertson will use a speech to accuse "non-military experts in the Treasury" of "vandalism".

- Five key failures of killer's parents and agencies ahead of Southport attack
[13 hours old]: Inquiry Chair Sir Adrian Fulford said the Southport attack could have been prevented if authorities and the killer's parents had acted more quickly.

- How Trump’s Jesus-like image and feud with the Pope are sparking backlash
[5 hours old]: BBC's Sarah Smith looks at how the president's most ardent supporters are reacting to his latest social media posts.

- Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for four-day tour
[3 hours old]: It is the couple's first visit to Australia since 2018 when they were working royals.

- Oasis among record number of Brits entering Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
[2 hours old]: Sade, Phil Collins, Billy Idol and Joy Division/New Order are also among the recipients.

- Man faces attempted murder charges in attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman
[2 hours old]: The Texas man, who also faces federal felony charges, allegedly had documents advocating for violence against AI executives.

- BBC joins paramedics on duty in Lebanon after Israeli strikes
[6 hours old]: BBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega joins paramedics on duty in Nabatieh - a city that was once vibrant, but is now abandoned.

* Carney secures Liberal majority after special election wins
[0 hours old]: After a wave of defections to the Liberals from opposition parties, projected special election victories help solidify the Canadian PM's hold on power.

- Southport killer's parents failed in 'moral duty' to report son, public inquiry finds
[8 hours old]: Failing to appreciate the danger the killer posed led to "catastrophic consequences", an inquiry finds.

- Chagos deal paused over Trump opposition, minister confirms
[6 hours old]: Legislation ratifying the agreement will not progress this parliamentary term due to a stand-off with the White House.

- US blockade of Iranian ports explained in two minutes
[10 hours old]: The BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the US blockade of Iranian ports will work.

- This blockade is a gamble. Will it work?
[12 hours old]: The US military is gambling on the blockade denying Iran vital trade - but questions remain on whether the bet will pay off.

- Israelis war-weary but most oppose Iran ceasefire, poll suggests
[8 hours old]: The vast majority did not believe Hezbollah or Iran had been severely weakened by weeks of Israeli and US attacks, according to the poll.

- Trump threat to Iranian civilians 'wrong', Starmer says
[6 hours old]: The PM condemns the US president's threat that a "whole civilisation" would die unless Iran agreed to end the war.

- Doctors' strikes can have surprising benefits - but are they sustainable?
[4 hours old]: Some hospital trusts tell the BBC previous action has seen shorter waits, faster decisions and calmer corridors.

- The Papers: 'They didn't have to die' and 'You're not the Messiah'
[2 hours old]: Southport murder inquiry findings and Trump deletes Jesus-like AI image lead Tuesday's papers.

- ‘I don’t know why they’re coming’: Australians on Harry and Meghan's visit
[3 hours old]: The BBC spoke to people in Sydney to hear their thoughts on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s trip to Australia.

- Euphoria is back with more shock and scandal, but mixed reviews
[15 hours old]: Many critics say the third season of the hit HBO drama doesn't live up to its previous heights.

- PM embraces Brexit divisions as he seeks closer ties with Europe
[15 hours old]: Keir Starmer's approach has provoked anger from the Conservatives and Reform UK.

- Democratic congressman to resign after sexual misconduct claims
[4 hours old]: Four women have accused Eric Swalwell, an ex-candidate for California governor, of misconduct ranging from sexual harassment to rape, which he denies.

- ‘I pray they come together’ - Americans react to Trump’s feud with Pope Leo
[2 hours old]: Hours after posting a lengthy message critiquing the pontiff, the US president shared a Jesus-like image of himself that he has since deleted.

- Hollywood stars unite to oppose Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery merger
[2 hours old]: Stars like Emma Thompson and Ben Stiller signed an open letter against the deal, which Paramount said will ensure creators "have more avenues for their work, not fewer".

- Spanish PM's wife charged with corruption after two-year probe
[6 hours old]: Begoña Gómez is accused of using her relationship with Pedro Sánchez to advance her private career.

- US judge dismisses bn Trump defamation suit against Wall Street Journal
[13 hours old]: Trump sued the newspaper and its owners, including Rupert Murdoch, in a Florida federal court over a birthday book for Jeffrey Epstein.

- Woman fined £40 for £4k sale of fake Oasis tickets
[12 hours old]: Rosie Slater is also handed a 12-month community order after making £4,000 from fraudulent sales.

- Palestine Action group cleared of violent disorder
[10 hours old]: The three defendants continue to face a charge of criminal damage.

- Americanswers... on 5 Live! Donald Trump vs Pope Leo on Iran
[8 hours old]: The US president insults the pope and depicts himself as Jesus

- The "Systemic Failures" Before The Southport Attack
[8 hours old]: Inquiry finds Southport killer's family and authorities could have prevented attack.

- Jeers and defensive crisis - Carrick facing first big Man Utd test
[4 hours old]: Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has problems to solve before his side's crucial trip to Chelsea on Saturday evening.

- A monumental night for Leeds - what does it mean in survival scrap?
[5 hours old]: A monumental victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford has given Leeds United a priceless lifeline in their quest for Premier League survival.

- 'One of worst decisions ever' - Martinez sent off for hair-pull
[6 hours old]: Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez is sent off after 56 minutes for pulling the hair of Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin at Old Trafford.

- McIlroy makes major warning after Masters triumph
[12 hours old]: After retaining his Masters title, Rory McIlroy spent four hours dealing with presentations and interviews but was still smiling for the final one, writes Iain Carter.

- England 'feckless, reckless and legless' in Ashes - Wisden
[6 hours old]: England were "feckless, reckless and legless" on their dismal Ashes tour of Australia, according to the editor of the prestigious Wisden Almanack.

- Okafor fires Leeds to first league win at Old Trafford since 1981
[5 hours old]: Leeds boost their Premier League survival hopes with a 2-1 win against 10-man Manchester United at Old Trafford.

- Spurs captain Romero out for rest of season with injury
[11 hours old]: Tottenham captain Cristian Romero is set to miss the rest of the season with the knee injury he sustained in their 1-0 defeat at Sunderland.

- US home buyers 'frozen' as sales slump over Iran war fears
[11 hours old]: The number of homes sold in the US hit a nine-month low, with economists warning of the slowdown could worsen.

- Oil jumps back above 0 after US-Iran peace talks fail
[8 hours old]: The failure of negotiations at the weekend has raised concerns that the global energy crisis will deepen.

- Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win?
[3 hours old]: With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?

- What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz?
[11 hours old]: Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?

- Green light to build nuclear power station that promises 8,000 jobs
[12 hours old]: Rolls-Royce has said the project will create 8,000 jobs across Britain.

- GTA-maker Rockstar Games hacked again but downplays impact
[12 hours old]: The incident marks the second time the games giant has been hacked by young, English-speaking hackers.

- Are you worried about rising fuel costs?
[11 hours old]: Energy costs jump as oil supplies from the Middle East are disrupted by failed US-Iran ceasefire talks.

- Farmers ask Stormont for financial help with fuel costs
[15 hours old]: Fuel costs have soared globally as a result of the US-Israel war with Iran.

- How the Iran war affects your money and bills
[15 hours old]: The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

- US drivers head to Native American lands for cheaper gas
[8 hours old]: Some of the cheapest fuel in the country can be found on tribal land due to tax exemptions.

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and in other older news ...

. Where does McIlroy rank among golf's greats after Masters defence?
[23 hours old]: Rory McIlroy has added a rare Masters defence to the career Grand Slam - now he is aiming to keep climbing the all-time list of major victories.

. Katya Adler: Jubilation in Budapest will be felt in Europe but leaves Moscow cold
[19 hours old]: European leaders share Hungarians' joy over the ousting of Vladimir Putin's EU ally, writes the BBC's Europe editor.

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. UK could adopt EU single market rules under new legislation
[16 hours old]: The move has raised questions over parliamentary scrutiny of future rules to deliver planned EU deals.

. Faisal Islam: Why the government is relaxed about Chinese car imports
[52 hours old]: The UK government believes the rise of China's car industry could be good for UK consumers and industry.

. British Steel 'needs nationalising by the summer'
[45 hours old]: Labour MP Nic Dakin says it is "the best outcome" for British Steel as ownership talks continue.

. The Dutch village at risk of being demolished
[28 hours old]: Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.

. 'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers
[73 hours old]: A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.

. TV for dogs booms but are they watching?
[100 hours old]: TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.

. The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison
[124 hours old]: Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.

. The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil
[148 hours old]: Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.

. Businesses scramble to get noticed by AI search
[172 hours old]: Firms are changing the way they present information on their websites, so they get noticed by AI.

. The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
[405 hours old]: Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why

. Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers
[603 hours old]: Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?

. What do businesses want ahead of the election?
[137 hours old]: Shops, cafes and restaurants in Cardigan say increasing costs and low footfall are making it harder.

. National Minimum Wage rises this week
[275 hours old]: Around 2.7 million people are set to receive a pay rise this week as the national minimum wage goes up by 50p to £12.71 for over 21s.

. New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions
[276 hours old]: A crackdown on "subscription traps" could save the average person nearly £170 a year, according to the Department for Business and Trade.