M54 HGV Fire Closes Motorway Near Wolverhampton
A HGV fire has closed the M54 westbound between J2 (Wolverhampton) and J3 (Albrighton) amid an extreme heat warning, with delays likely.
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Abnormal Load to Cause Delays in West Midlands
Motorists are warned of delays as an abnormal load travels through the West Midlands, requiring road closures and diversions. The load, measuring 4.5 metres wide, will be escorted by police.
Train Lines Reopen After Lorry Hits Bridge
Train services have resumed in Birmingham after a lorry struck a railway bridge, causing hours of disruption for commuters and passengers.
Barkley trains at Italian seventh-tier club Taormina
Aston Villa star Ross Barkley trained at FC Taormina's stadium during a holiday in Sicily, receiving a City of Taormina pennant as a memento from the club's sports councilor.
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Bridge Crash Halts Tram Services Between Two Stations
A bridge crash on Great Bridge Road in Bilston has halted West Midlands Metro trams between Bradley Lane and Wednesbury Parkway, with ticket acceptance on West Midlands Railway.
Birmingham Rail Suspended After Lorry Hits Bridge Again
Birmingham's Cross City rail line was partially suspended after a lorry crashed into a bridge on Summer Road, Erdington, notorious for repeated strikes, causing severe disruption.
Lorry Hits Bridge, Trains Suspended in Birmingham
Train services in Birmingham are suspended after a lorry struck a railway bridge, causing significant disruption. Engineers are on site assessing structural damage.
Jet2 expands flights to Spain, Greece, Croatia from Luton
Jet2 adds 90,000 extra seats from London Luton to Spain, Greece, and Croatia for Summer 2027, introducing five new routes including Malaga, Crete, and Dubrovnik.
Bigger Cars Could Cost Cities 1 in 7 Parking Spaces
A new study warns that growing car sizes could reduce on-street parking by 14% in cities like London by 2040, leading to 100,000 fewer spaces and 400 extra road deaths annually.
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Birmingham Roads with Most Speed Camera Vans
West Midlands police speed camera vans have issued thousands of fines in Birmingham this year. Fort Parkway tops the list with 774 penalties, followed by Heartlands Parkway and Eachelhurst Road.
Three Lanes Closed on M6 Northbound After Crash
Three lanes are closed on the M6 northbound near Birmingham following a collision, causing significant delays for motorists. Emergency services are at the scene.
Thunderstorm Times for West Midlands After Record Heat
Thunderstorms are expected to hit the West Midlands at 4pm and 7pm today after the region experienced its hottest June day on record, with temperatures reaching 32.2°C.
Family of M40 crash victim say they feel 'incredibly lucky'
The family of 68-year-old Anne Anderson, killed in a three-vehicle M40 collision near Warwick, say they feel 'incredibly lucky' to have known her. A man arrested has been released on bail.
Nissan halts electric Qashqai development at Sunderland
Nissan has reportedly stopped work on a fully electric Qashqai at its Sunderland plant amid losses of $3.4bn and a global restructuring plan, while considering a deal with Chinese automaker Chery.
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Oura Ring Half Price on Amazon Prime Day
The Oura Ring, a smart ring endorsed by football legend Theo Walcott, is available at almost half price during Amazon Prime Day, offering significant savings on wellness tech.
Formula E Returns to Excel London for 2026 Season Finale
Formula E returns to Excel London on 15-16 August 2026 for the season finale, marking the end of the GEN3 era and the last indoor-outdoor race at the venue before moving in 2027.
Sanya Secures Formula E Return for 2027 Asian Leg Opener
Formula E will return to Sanya, China, as the season opener for the 2027 Asian leg, marking the championship's first visit to the city since 2019.
130,000+ passengers use new Birmingham stations
More than 130,000 passengers have used three new Birmingham railway stations since opening in April, with Willenhall and Darlaston seeing nearly 42,000 trips, according to new figures.
Starmer Confirms New Train Fare Freeze Before Stepping Down
Sir Keir Starmer announced a freeze on rail fares before stepping down as Prime Minister, aiming to make train travel more affordable for millions of passengers.
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June 2026 Heatwave Breaks Multiple UK Temperature Records
The June 2026 heatwave in the UK broke the all-time June temperature record with 36.1°C in Hampshire, surpassing the previous 1957 record of 35.6°C.
Ryanair Confirms New Family Seating Rule Changes
Ryanair is updating its family seating policy from June 25, ensuring free seat allocation for families after check-in, with rear cabin placement likely.
DVSA Confirms New MOT Rules for Heavy Vehicles from July 6
The DVSA has confirmed that from July 6, the maximum service charge for heavy vehicle MOT tests will increase, with buses/coaches rising to £90, HGVs to £70, and trailers to £50, aiming to sustain the testing network.
2,600 Extra Crash Deaths a Year by 2040 from Carspreading
Drivers warned extra 2,600 crash deaths a year by 2040 as cars get bigger. Cities could lose 8.5-14% of on-street parking. London and Berlin each lose 100,000 spaces.
Last-Minute British GP Tickets at Silverstone Available with VIP
F1 fans can still secure last-minute British Grand Prix tickets at Silverstone for July 3-5, with options from £440 Racing Green passes to luxury The Vale packages at £9,000.
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OVO Energy Launches Home Air Conditioning for UK Heatwaves
OVO Energy enters home air conditioning market, offering solar, batteries, heat pumps, and AC under one roof, as UK faces record heatwave temperatures up to 38C.
GTA VI Pre-Order Price Slashed to £53.78 with Cashback Deal
GTA VI pre-orders are live at £69.95, but savvy shoppers can reduce the price to £53.78 using a TopCashback welcome bonus and cashback offer, saving £16.17.
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Hong Kong Leads Largest Delegation to BIO 2026
The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) leads its largest-ever delegation to the BIO International Convention 2026 in Birmingham, showcasing 20 biotech startups.
Dudley Tram Extension Delays 'Regrettable but Normal'
Testing issues delay Dudley tram extension again; WMCA says autumn opening still on track but refuses to commit to a specific date.
Tipton Named Speed Camera Hotspot in West Midlands
Tipton in the West Midlands ranks fourth among UK towns for speed cameras, with 1.79 per square mile. Speed awareness course referrals have more than doubled in a decade, reaching 1.84 million in 2024.
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Motorhome Drivers Face Local Parking Crackdowns in England
Motorhome and campervan owners face inconsistent local parking restrictions across England, with councils imposing charges and bans in tourist hotspots, potentially dissuading visitors.
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