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Travel & transport from BBC stories as at 20:35 10 Dec 2025
 
- Spat at, attacked and threatened by schoolkids - life as a bus driver in Britain
[14 hours old]: The BBC has spoken to passengers, transport staff and bus drivers about a growing national trend of antisocial behaviour on public transport.

. Budget could knock half a percentage point off inflation, Bank chief says
[26 hours old]: Bank of England deputy governor Clare Lombardelli said inflation would be brought down by measures cutting energy prices and freezing rail fares.

. Date set for challenge over second Gatwick runway
[26 hours old]: A legal challenge over plans for a second runway at Gatwick Airport will be heard over four days.

. Branding and logo for Great British Railways unveiled
[36 hours old]: The new red, white and blue branding mirrors the colours of the Union Flag, and will start to appear from next year.

. Mike Ashley's Frasers group buys shopping centre
[34 hours old]: The shopping centre in the old GWR railway works attracts more than three million visitors a year.

. The entrepreneur connecting tourists to African hospitality
[380 hours old]: TripZapp founder Rory Okoli wants to make it simple for tourists to book and pay for African travel.

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* British paratrooper killed in Ukraine 'lived life of courage'
[0 hours old]: Lance Corporal George Hooley is remembered by colleagues as a "born soldier" after the Ministry of Defence said the 28-year-old died in a "tragic accident".

- Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision
[1 hours old]: Iceland joins Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands in saying it will boycott the 2026 contest.

- Author Sophie Kinsella remembered as a 'wonderful, warm woman'
[2 hours old]: The author of the Shopaholic series of novels had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.

* Ex-Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies and Iceland boss Richard Walker among new peers
[0 hours old]: Downing Street announced 34 new peers to "correct" an imbalance against Labour in the House of Lords.

* Race across the world has shown us we can get through anything together
[1 hours old]: The four teams making their way to the final checkpoint tell us how the experience has changed their relationships and them.

- US could ask UK tourists for five-year social media history before entry
[4 hours old]: The plan would affect people from countries, including the UK, who can fill out a form in lieu of a visa.

- Ukraine at critical moment, European leaders say after Trump call
[2 hours old]: "Intensive work" is continuing, the leaders of Britain, France and Germany say after a joint call with Donald Trump.

- Last minute offer may avert strike by resident doctors
[1 hours old]: Deal put forward by ministers includes rapid expansion of training posts, but no promises on pay.

- Toffee Crisp and Blue Riband can't be called chocolate any more
[2 hours old]: Nestle has used more vegetable oil in it recipes, meaning the treats no longer qualify as chocolate under UK law

- Can you solve GCHQ's Christmas code-cracking challenge?
[9 hours old]: Try your hand at the questions set by the UK's intelligence agency.

- Kate Winslet says her family never watch The Holiday
[12 hours old]: The Oscar-winning star says watching herself on screen is "an excruciating experience."

- 'Battle of the Sexes' will not damage women's sport - Sabalenka
[10 hours old]: Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios defend their controversial Battle of the Sexes-style match, saying the "fun" event will attract new fans to tennis.



* Italian cooking awarded Unesco cultural heritage status
[0 hours old]: An Eyptian snack, Icelandic pool culture, Cuban music and Albanian lahuta music also get recognition.

- Nobel Peace Prize winner's daughter accepts award on her behalf
[3 hours old]: Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who lives in hiding, is reportedly on her way to Oslo.

- Palestine Action hunger strikers call for urgent meeting with ministers
[2 hours old]: Lawyers for eight remand prisoners waiting to go on trial say they could die in prison as part of their protest.

- Taliban warn Afghans who wore 'un-Islamic' Peaky Blinders outfits
[7 hours old]: The friends were warned their clothing was "in conflict with Afghan and Islamic values", a Taliban spokesman told the BBC.

* High Street food chain Leon to close stores and cut jobs in restructure
[1 hours old]: The "healthier" fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.

- Man guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend's sister and three children in house fire
[3 hours old]: Bryonie Gawith and her children Denisty, Oscar and Aubree Birtle died in their home in Bradford.

- King supports persecuted Christians in Advent service
[4 hours old]: King Charles attends an Advent service in Westminster Abbey, with a strong influence of Orthodox music.

- WTA signs with Mercedes in 'most significant deal in our history'
[5 hours old]: The Women's Tennis Association announces a long-term partnership with Mercedes-Benz that has the potential to be the largest in women's sport.

- Biggest rule change ever and Brit teen - what's new in F1 in 2026?
[12 hours old]: BBC Sport runs down the key things to look out for in the 2026 season, including fresh regulations, a new team and a British rookie joining the grid.

- Salah a target for Saudi, confirms league chief
[3 hours old]: Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is a target for clubs in the Saudi Pro League, confirms chief executive Omar Mugharbel.

- Sledged on the beach - England's break in Noosa
[13 hours old]: England cannot escape Australian sledging on their break from the Ashes series in the beach town of Noosa.

* Leon to close 20 stores and cut jobs in restructure
[1 hours old]: The "healthier" fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.

- Too many unauthorised pre-Budget leaks, says Reeves
[6 hours old]: The chancellor tells MPs many of the stories leaked to the media were inaccurate and "very damaging".

- Trump vows to make US affordable again, as Americans feel the pinch
[8 hours old]: The president says he is focused on "making America affordable again", as cost of living becomes a campaign issue.

- Why has the price of silver hit a record high?
[14 hours old]: The price of the precious metal has topped an ounce for the first time ever.

* Fed Reserve cuts interest rates despite growing divisions
[1 hours old]: The US central bank lowered interest rates for the third time this year, but the outlook for further cuts remains murky.

- Netflix and Paramount are battling for Warner Bros. Who is likely to win?
[7 hours old]: What to know about the two firms' blockbuster battle to control Warner Bros Discovery.

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. How long Britain could really fight for if war broke out tomorrow
[20 hours old]: In the event of a war, one expert suggests the British Army could be incapable of fighting effectively on land within weeks, once committed - though 'much depends on the form of the conflict'.

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. Where Did The Covid Fraud Cash Go?
[28 hours old]: Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report says.

. Will a social media ban for Australian teens work?
[34 hours old]: The world’s first social media ban for under 16’s starts this week – will it succeed?

. A festive favourite to spark your Christmas spirit
[691 hours old]: The feel-good Christmas story, perfect for cosy winter nights

. A festive classic, now available on BBC iPlayer
[548 hours old]: Two women swap homes for the holidays and find unexpected romance and self-discovery.

. Is AI in recruitment a 'race to the bottom'?
[44 hours old]: AI helps jobseekers to apply for hundreds of roles, meanwhile employers use AI to filter them.

. People spending even more time online now than during the pandemic
[20 hours old]: The survey found people in the UK spent on average four hours and 30 minutes online every day in 2025

. Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report says
[29 hours old]: The response to the pandemic led to "enormous outlays of public money which exposed it to the risk of fraud and error", a report says.

. Thirteen Labour MPs vote for talks on joining EU customs union
[27 hours old]: One hundred MPs voted for and 100 against the Liberal Democrats' bill, which would require the UK to begin talks with the EU for a new customs union.

. Starbucks workers and unions in UK to join protests in support of striking US baristas
[28 hours old]: Starbucks workers and union allies in 10 countries are set to demonstrate on Wednesday in support of striking US employees.

. Bottles of Disaronno recalled over possible glass presence
[21 hours old]: It is believed the contamination may have happened due to an "anomaly on the bottle line", according to the recall notice.

. Trump ban on wind energy permits 'unlawful', court rules
[27 hours old]: An executive order freezing all wind energy projects - both on land and sea - has been struck down by a US judge.

. Google unveils plans to try again with smart glasses in 2026
[28 hours old]: It is a significant turnaround for the tech giant after its first attempt - Google Glass - was pulled in 2015.

. Ben & Jerry's brand could be destroyed under Magnum, says co-founder
[36 hours old]: Ben Cohen was speaking about his concerns for the independence of Ben & Jerry's board.


. AI tools transform Christmas gifting as shoppers turn to chatbots
[38 hours old]: Shopper are increasingly using chatbots for their hard-to-buy-for family and friends, with implications for bargain hunters and businesses.

. Trump gives Nvidia green light to sell advanced AI chips to China
[42 hours old]: Nvidia had been at the centre of a geopolitical tug-of-war between the US and China in recent months.

. Paramount launches rival bid for Warner Bros Discovery
[47 hours old]: The Hollywood battle to buy Warner Bros Discovery is shaping up to be a blockbuster.

. Sweaty Betty in new dispute over ad slogans
[50 hours old]: A period underwear company claims its taglines were copied, but Sweaty Betty disputes this.

. 50,000 new apprenticeships promised in youth employment push
[53 hours old]: Funding will be used to help employ young people in sectors including AI, hospitality and engineering.

. Japan is facing a dementia crisis – can technology help?
[68 hours old]: Elderly people aged 65 and over now make up nearly 30% of Japan's population.

. Can Japan get more female business leaders?
[68 hours old]: The country lags behind when it comes to women in leadership positions.

. Sold 30 items on Vinted? Don't panic if you get a message about tax
[92 hours old]: Here's what you need to know about tax rules if you're selling items online.

. What are freeze-dried sweets and why are they popular?
[28 hours old]: Big confectionery makers are rolling out freeze-dried sweets after they become an online sensation.

. How family firms can best plan for succession
[164 hours old]: The Murdochs had a much-reported inheritance battle, but smoother transitions are possible.

. 'Carspreading' is on the rise - and not everyone is happy about it
[180 hours old]: In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier.

. Why time is running out for Germany's green hydrogen industry
[212 hours old]: Firms are ready to make the equipment needed for green hydrogen, but demand has not picked up yet.

. OBR head's resignation leaves potential landmines for Reeves
[212 hours old]: Chancellor's next mission to find a respected and credible economist to run the OBR will require careful balance

. Greek sheep and goat cull raises fears of feta cheese shortage
[236 hours old]: Livestock is being culled across the country due to an infectious disease outbreak.

. Fracking has transformed an Argentine town but what about the nation?
[332 hours old]: Argentina hopes that an oil and gas boom can benefit the whole country.

. Machu Picchu hit by a row over tourist buses
[404 hours old]: Protests have taken place over the coaches that take visitors up to the world heritage site in Peru.

. The 'toughest crop': Can tech help cardamom farmers?
[476 hours old]: Sensitive to the weather and soil cardamom is difficult to cultivate - can tech help?

. From florist to drone maker: How the weapon became so mainstream
[622 hours old]: With drones centre stage in Ukraine, military firms around the globe are ramping up their production.

. Will AI mean better adverts or 'creepy slop'?
[534 hours old]: Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.

. The Kenyan start-up aiming to electrify African transport
[716 hours old]: From fleets of e-bikes to individual riders, eWaka aims to sell across Africa's delivery market.

. Fire-blocking chemicals promise safer buildings
[812 hours old]: New treatments promise to make buildings fire-resistant without using older, toxic chemicals.

. Will quantum be bigger than AI?
[836 hours old]: The highly complex technology is increasingly being tipped to transform computing.

. The start-up creating science kits for young Africans
[884 hours old]: Stemaide's goal is to bring tech skills to young Africans and prepare them for future jobs.

. 'Second home' pub opens as a warm space
[38 hours old]: The Newport pub opens as a warm space after customers say it's cheaper to be there than heat a home.

. 'Living off grid is not a dream, it's a nightmare'
[44 hours old]: Off-grid households say they would love a mains connection, but the price is just too high.

. Drop in cream sales at dairy as shoppers cut back
[53 hours old]: Guernsey Dairy's production manager credits the fall to people buying cheaper alternatives

. Reverse advent calendar call-out from foodbank
[85 hours old]: Every day up until Christmas, the Redcar foodbank is asking the community to donate a specific item.

. Warm Welcome hubs an 'important' helping hand
[109 hours old]: Dozens of venues are offering free drop-ins for anyone struggling with cost-of-living pressures.

. Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
[269 hours old]: Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

. Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
[380 hours old]: Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"

. The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis
[468 hours old]: Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?

. The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
[1189 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

. How Milei's 'Thatcherite' economics divided his nation - but won over Trump
[1376 hours old]: Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created

. Martin Lewis on what people misunderstand about credit scores
[126 hours old]: Martin Lewis explains the things people misunderstand about credit scores.

. Neighbourhood businesses hit by series of break-ins
[277 hours old]: Businesses in Canton tell BBC Wales about how a recent spate of break-ins has affected them.

. Vintage market trader retires after 60 years
[297 hours old]: Birmingham vintage market trader retires after 60 years

. Are you a HENRY? Here's how the budget affects you
[299 hours old]: HENRY stands for High Earners who are Not Rich Yet. Most are young and work in tech or finance.

. BBC joins officers on criminal network raids
[313 hours old]: Three men have been arrested in dawn raids following a BBC News investigation into organised crime gangs operating on the High Street.