A partially-sighted man has described so-called floating bus stops as "terrifying" after his cane was broken by a cyclist leaving him stranded at one. Simon Kennedy said the incident in Greenwich led to him moving out of London. He is backing a national campaign calling for an end to floating...

Floating bus stops are terrifying - campaigner

What if we told you that you – yes, you – could own your very own iconic piece of UK transport history? And better yet, it’ll only cost £5,000. A steal, eh?. Glasgow’s subway had a makeover this year in the form of brand new state-of-the-art (almost catching up with London) coaches across the network, putting the old stock out of work. Now, those 40-year-old train cars are looking for new employment, and there are some currently several on sale for £5,000 each, or free for charities and nonprofits.

You can buy an old Glasgow subway carriage for just £5,000

Boots has been a stalwart of UK high streets for longer than most of us can remember. From sampling garish eyeshadows as pre-teens to stocking up on hangover cures in our twenties and putting our trust in vitamin supplements in our thirties (and beyond) – the beauty and pharmaceuticals chain has had our back for decades, more than 150 years to be exact.

All the Boots stores closing in London: full list of 14 to know

Royal Mail has said a "super hub" for parcels at a rail freight terminal will continue to operate even though the company is scrapping its trains. Its statement came in response to a question about the future of the facility near Daventry, Northamptonshire, from the constituency's new Conservative MP, Stuart Andrew.

Royal Mail super hub 'will stay' despite train plans

Two men are arrested and a crime scene is in place after a woman was attacked at the M32 Skatepark.

Woman raped in early hours of morning in skatepark

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

No properties bought up for the northern leg of HS2 have been sold since the project was scrapped, the Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed. Phase two of the high-speed rail line linking the West Midlands to Manchester was cancelled by former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in October, amid rising costs.

No HS2 northern leg properties sold - minister

A man celebrating being given the right to remain in the UK after a 19-year wait now hopes to carry the Olympic torch in Paris next month. Mohammed Zaman arrived in London from Bangladesh in 2005 with a visa and a job, but fell victim to modern-day slavery. He had...

Slavery survivor’s Olympic torch dream

Two men who tried to flee during a death by dangerous driving trial have been caught by police.

Men arrested at airport after trying to flee trial

The future of a "historic and vital" ferry service has been secured with a pledge to build a new £14.6m landing. The future of the Shields Ferry had been in doubt over worries the existing jetty in North Shields would fall into an unusable state by 2025. It is...

New £14.6m landing for 'historic and vital' ferry

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Nine more people have been arrested in relation to the Dublin riot in November, which was preceded by a stabbing incident near a school in the city's center. This morning, Gardaí in Store Street in Dublin conducted ten searches at separate locations across Dublin City in connection with the ongoing investigations into the serious public order events that took place in Dublin City Center on November 23, 2023.

Dublin riot: Nine more people arrested

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Bucks County Beacon

Backlash to LGBTQ+ progress has increased substantially in Pennsylvania and across the U.S. in recent years. From attacks on LGBTQ inclusion in public schools and threats against drag queen story hours to mounting anti-LGBTQ legislation, right-wing extremists have used disinformation and conspiracies to try to erode the rights and liberties and even safety of queer and trans Americans.

As Anti-LGBTQ Backlash Grows, Advocates Say There Is ‘Hope’ In Action

Four people were killed when the stolen BMW crashed into another car at 100mph near North Ferriby.

Four died in 100mph stolen BMW crash, inquest told

Anchorage, AK

Daily Express reports that Roger Allan Holmberg Sr., a Virginia pastor, has been accused of hitting his wife while on an Alaskan Airlines flight from Seatle to Anchorage. Holberg allegedly verbally and physically abused his wife, who said she has epilepsy, and her husband hit her in the head, knowing it could cause a seizure.

Virginia pastor facing federal charges after he allegedly hit his wife on an Alaskan Airlines flight

Walls, MS

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Written With A.I. assistance. On Sunday, June 23, 2024, at approximately 3:50 PM, a shoplifting incident occurred at 6521 Highway 161, prompting the Walls Police Department to seek public assistance in identifying the individuals involved.

Shoplifting Incident in Walls Calls for Community to be Aware

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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A man has been charged with rape after a woman was dragged into a garden and attacked in north London. The victim, aged in her 20s, was walking along Manor Park Gardens, Edgware, when she was ambushed at just before 10.30pm on June 27.Kyle Kinsella, 26, of Arlington Drive, Warrington, was charged with rape and intentional strangulation. He is appearing at Willesden Magistrates’ Court to face the charges on Monday. A police statement said: “At 22:25hrs on Thursday, 27 June, a member of the public reported that a woman had been found partially clothed in Manor Park Gardens, Edgware. “The...

Man charged with rape after woman in her 20s ambushed and dragged into garden in Edgware

Washington, DC

The 2024 Rammy Awards were just announced, recognizing the crème de la crème of Washington D.C.'s vibrant dining scene. Hosted by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), the big event took place on July 21 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center with a record 2,500 culinary enthusiasts in attendance.

Here are the winners of D.C.’s 2024 Rammy Awards

Ever found yourself in static traffic on the way to Sydney Airport, sweating on whether or not you'll make your flight? In good news for people in a certain part of Sydney, a brand-new toll-free road connecting St Peters Interchange to the International and Domestic Terminals of Sydney Airport is opening soon – here’s everything you need to know about the new addition to Sydney’s road network.

Sydney Gateway – a new toll-free road connecting WestConnex to the Airport – will soon open

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This major English city is getting a massive new tram network

Bristol, we’ve got good news. You might finally be getting a tram, which means no more walking up all those big hills. A new mass transit...

This major English city is getting a massive new tram network

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