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Travel & transport from BBC stories as at 05:15 10 Aug 2026
 
. How a 90-second power outage sparked chaos for rail commuters
[60 hours old]: The incident raised questions about how a disrupted power supply can have such a widespread impact.

. Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
[77 hours old]: The airline industry wants passengers to be careful when travelling with lithium ion batteries.

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- Suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan appears in court after extradition
[7 hours old]: The Irish Prison Service bought a bulletproof and bombproof van to transport the 49-year-old to court after his extradition from Dubai.

- Burnham brings forward ban on 'subscription traps' to ease cost of living
[5 hours old]: The prime minister is embarking on a UK tour with a series of announcements aimed at easing living costs.

- Evidence that South African special forces murdered top detective shared with BBC
[5 hours old]: Frans Mathipa was shot while driving - we got access to the prosecution case against eight accused men.


* China evacuates one million from homes as massive storm arrives
[1 hours old]: Typhoon Dolphin has made landfall, bringing strong winds and heavy rain across eastern China including Shanghai.

- Brief relief ahead of fifth heatwave - as more areas could move into drought
[2 hours old]: While Monday won't be quite as hot as the weekend, temperatures will ramp up ahead of the fifth widespread heatwave of the year.

- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez freezing her eggs and hasn't ruled out presidential run
[2 hours old]: The popular Democratic congresswoman also said "anything was possible" when asked about a possible Senate bid.

- How much parents could save from September's new school uniform rules
[3 hours old]: Parents should not have to buy more than three branded items, plus a tie for secondary schools.

- Israel rejects Trump's 15-point plan for Gaza, Netanyahu says
[7 hours old]: Israel's PM says its military will not pull out from Gaza until Hamas is "genuinely" disarmed.

- 'Spectacular' Game of Thrones stage spin-off opens at home of Shakespeare
[6 hours old]: The verdict from most theatre critics is that it's a worthy addition to the epic fantasy franchise.

- You could be missing out on £150 off your energy bill - here's how to check
[4 hours old]: Some people need to ensure they are named on their energy bill before the deadline to qualify for help.

- Harry Potter fans force diversion of UK-Ireland power link to avoid 'Dobby's grave'
[11 hours old]: Potter fans complained after a project manager suggested cables would go under the grave in a BBC interview.

- Man arrested after boat capsizes near Statue of Liberty killing woman and infant
[8 hours old]: Twelve other people initially rescued from the water are all reported to be in stable condition.

- Could your tattoo stop you from getting a job?
[3 hours old]: A quarter of the UK population – including the new prime minister – have at least one tattoo, but they still divide opinion in the workplace.

- The Papers: 'New prisons outrage' and 'Days of danger'
[3 hours old]: The Sun says "jet bomb plotters" are launching parole bids, as the Mirror carries a heatwave "open water swimming" warning.

- Drones spotted over German base days after Leipzig bomb incident
[12 hours old]: Police are investigating a drone sighting over a miltary base reportedly used for housing Patriot missile system parts.

- Vehicle fire shuts stretch of A31 as fire crews combat blaze
[8 hours old]: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service says it is currently tackling the blaze on the A31.

- Mourinho says he agreed to replace Ferguson at Man Utd
[5 hours old]: David Moyes succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford in 2013 but things could have been so different, Jose Mourinho reveals in a new documentary.

- We cannot sustain the level we want - Iraola
[11 hours old]: After throwing away a two-goal lead for the second match in a row, Andoni Iraola says his Liverpool side "cannot sustain the level we want".

- Defiant Hodgkinson says home European title would mean as much as Olympic gold
[9 hours old]: Keely Hodgkinson will seek to prove she is still number one following a "tricky" outdoor season when she faces world-class rivals for European 800m gold in Birmingham.

- Bonding & building - what we learned about Alonso's Chelsea in pre-season
[8 hours old]: Chelsea's pre-season campaign was all about new manager Xabi Alonso, so what have we learned about his side?

- McInnes left frustrated amid Rangers' poor start to season
[7 hours old]: Derek McInnes is still seeking a win after three games as Rangers managers and feels hard done by following a 2-1 home defeat by Hibernian and injury to big-money striker Youssef Chermiti.

- Guimaraes can ignite something different in us - Arteta
[9 hours old]: Mikel Arteta said the signing of Bruno Guimaraes will "ignite something different" in Arsenal and hinted that the Gunners are not done with their summer transfer activity.

- Sunrisers thump Fire to close in on qualification
[8 hours old]: Sunrisers Leeds move closer to securing qualification for The Hundred's knockout stages with a 71-run win over Welsh Fire, while a 101-run partnership helps London Spirit beat Birmingham Phoenix by seven wickets.

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and in other older news ...

. Australia is the planet's extinction hotspot, but one animal offers a glimmer of hope
[33 hours old]: The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate.

. Zendaya saw me on the red carpet and her jaw dropped - I'm still in shock
[27 hours old]: TikTok creator Zainab Jiwa seems to be giving Hollywood A-listers on the red carpet a run for their money.

. Why eclipse chasers are crossing continents for solar spectacle: 'It's like the World Cup'
[26 hours old]: For many, a total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But for a dedicated few, it's a deep passion.

. Killed a month after his wedding - why PC Andrew Harper's story touched so many
[29 hours old]: The early release of two of his killers has brought a case which still resonates with the public back into the spotlight.

. What is clearing and what do I need to know ahead of results day?
[28 hours old]: From listing your potential outcomes to picking up the phone, this is how to get the most out of clearing.

. Ancient Roman shipwreck discovered off Sicily coast
[16 hours old]: Italy's culture minister says it is one of the most important underwater archaeological finds in years.

. Perez Hilton faces long recovery after reports he self-harmed during livestream
[23 hours old]: The US blogger is in a "serious but stable" condition in hospital, according to his family.


. Banksy works cost public almost £150,000
[28 hours old]: The BBC reveals taxpayers have funded thousands of pounds worth of cleaning operations and security for the artworks.

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. Is The Ukraine War Entering A New Phase Of Aggression?
[61 hours old]: Factories and warehouses targeted in weeks of aggression in Ukraine War.

. Which PM punched John Simpson?
[108 hours old]: Plus… what did Andy Burnham's wife say about his leadership bid?

. With great power comes great responsibility
[515 hours old]: Before you go to the cinema, refresh your memory of Peter Parker's greatest challenge yet

. Is football AI-proof? Why tech investors wanted a slice of the World Cup
[38 hours old]: What was the thinking of the investors backing the now-canned plan, and are such proposals in the future inevitable?

. Goodwin considers selling part of defence business
[61 hours old]: The firm is a key supplier of components to UK and US frigate and submarine programmes.

. Surprise fall in US jobs last month as slow summer continues
[62 hours old]: Analysts had expected an uptick in the number of jobs created, but the number of roles fell by 23,000 in July.

. Meta fined 7m in largest child safety ruling against social media giant
[67 hours old]: The ruling is in addition to 5m in fines Meta was already ordered to pay in the case, for a total of 2m.

. Raw images, no filters: Why MySpace fans want it back as relaunch hinted
[28 hours old]: Fans and creators say a revived MySpace must feel personal, not algorithm-driven.

. Trump administration to pay German firm .2bn to halt US wind projects
[62 hours old]: The RWE payout is the latest in a string of deals cancelling wind energy projects, a power source long derided by Trump.

. Trump imposes 15% tariff on key chip material to counter China
[75 hours old]: The move aims to protect US firms as they face increasing competition from China's chip industry.

. EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm
[83 hours old]: The no-frills carrier agrees to be bought by US firm Apollo after a rival suitor drops out.

. First OpenAI, now Meta - why do AI hacks keep happening?
[84 hours old]: A flood of companies are revealing AI models gained access to the internet - with real consequences.

. Iran says deal with Oman on Strait of Hormuz is in final stages
[99 hours old]: Neither the US or Oman have commented on the proposed agreement on the vital waterway.

. Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: What is acceptable to wear to work?
[87 hours old]: Here's how to style for success while keeping your cool - and where you and your boss stand on your wardrobe.

. Cashing in on SpaceX: 'Every chance I get, I'll sell a little more'
[85 hours old]: Andre Lavoie joined SpaceX in 2009 as an engineer, now he's looking to cash in his shares in the company.

. Owner of bike maker Raleigh files for insolvency
[87 hours old]: Accell, based in the Netherlands, has owned the famous bike brand since 2012.

. Car washes and vape shops can still sponsor skilled foreign workers despite visa changes
[89 hours old]: The rules were tightened in July 2025 to restrict the scheme mostly to graduate-level employees who would be earning at least £41,700.

. Meta becomes latest firm to say its AI hacked another company
[94 hours old]: Meta is the latest company to disclose an AI agent breach, raising cyber-security concerns.

. US beef prices have soared but farmers aren't making more money
[101 hours old]: The meat has never been more expensive, due to supply shortages, but there's a big squeeze on profits.

. Winemakers prosper but veg farms wilt in the drought
[95 hours old]: Growers in the West of England search for new crops to grow in a changing climate.

. Thousands of young people missing out on money they don't know about
[91 hours old]: People aged between 18 and 23 may have thousands in unclaimed government accounts.

. 'I've had to Botox my CV': Are AI recruitment tools affecting women's careers?
[90 hours old]: Are AI recruitment tools disadvantaging women who are seeking to return to the workplace?

. Air India's new CEO faces financial and safety turbulence
[92 hours old]: The aftermath of last's year deadly crash and mounting financial losses will be Gebremariam's main challenges.

. Trump administration pays back 0bn in 'Liberation Day' tariffs to businesses
[104 hours old]: It represents roughly 60% of all tariff revenue collected under the policy, with billions still to be repaid.

. Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president
[102 hours old]: Gianni Infantino will remain Fifa president after receiving backing from senior executives, but "sincerely apologises" for errors in his controversial private investment plans.

. Disney agrees deal to let TikTokers use its films and TV shows in videos
[111 hours old]: A deal between will allow some creators to use clips from Disney films and TV shows in their videos.

. Prioritise new jobs over green targets to win public contracts, firms told
[114 hours old]: The changes are part of government efforts to tackle the youth unemployment crisis.

. Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers?
[77 hours old]: The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owners turn it around?

. The cost of being single – and how friends are teaming up to beat it
[125 hours old]: Many singles face extra costs for housing, bills, food and holidays but there are ways to ease the burden.

. 'I feel like I dug my own grave': The workers caught in the AI transition
[126 hours old]: AI is reshaping the Philippines' outsourcing industry, raising questions over the future of the industry.

. How tech is helping in the battle against wildfires
[125 hours old]: Tech is being used to watch for wildfires but firefighters are still needed to put them out.

. Zinc dresses and ice creams - how to survive a heatwave wedding
[149 hours old]: The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.

. India wants to join the strawberry superpowers
[246 hours old]: Indian strawberry farmers rely on varieties imported from the US and Europe, but that could change.

. The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
[270 hours old]: Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.

. How cow showers and fans help farmers keep cattle cool
[279 hours old]: Dairy farmers are using cow showers and fans to protect cattle as hotter summers hit milk production.

. Is it time to stop using glue and labels on paper?
[317 hours old]: Labels and adhesives can prevent paper from being recycled but there's new tech aimed at changing that.

. The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks
[486 hours old]: The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.

. This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't
[509 hours old]: Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.

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

. Shop selling second-hand school uniforms for £5
[45 hours old]: A charity for families facing poverty runs the swap shop for uniforms to help with the cost of living.

. Jeweller 'priced out' of Christmas market stall this year
[58 hours old]: Alex says a change in operator and rise in costs means this is the first winter she will not be renting a stall.

. Mums hope school uniform swap will help families
[63 hours old]: Items were donated to the pair for a swap event held in Tavistock Library.

. Hospital staff work in pubs to balance cost pressure
[86 hours old]: The cost of parking at Medway Maritime Hospital has increased while shift wages have reduced by 20%.

. Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
[436 hours old]: Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?

. Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
[965 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
[1445 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
[1517 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
[1773 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

. What do people want from Argos?
[68 hours old]: As Sainsbury agrees to sell Argos for £120m, we ask people if they still shop there, and what the new owners can do to compete with big online retailers like Amazon.

. Business Daily
[79 hours old]: Why is global trade proving so resilient despite the tariffs and trade restrictions?

. What happened to the internet?
[114 hours old]: Faced with a barrage of ads, misinformation, AI slop, toxicity and doom-scrolling, it can feel like the internet is kind of... broken. Is it? And what are the alternatives?

. How the dry weather affects your supermarket shop
[134 hours old]: Tomos Morgan visits farm in Vale of Glamorgan to explain how the hot and dry spell affects crops.

. Assignment
[146 hours old]: How amid the tents and the rubble Gaza is developing once again as an unlikely tech hub