Scottish train operator, publicly owned by Scottish Rail Holdings for the Scottish Government
Kigali has expanded dedicated bus lanes and introduced a pilot airport shuttle to improve reliability and cut travel times. The reforms, delivered by Ecofleet Solutions, include fixed schedules, longer bus corridors, new routes and planned electric buses. Early data show higher ridership and shorter journeys, with ongoing route adjustments and a focus on preventing buses from leaving terminals until full.
A person has been killed on the Edinburgh–Glasgow line near Croy, triggering widespread disruption during the morning peak. About 40 trains are cancelled or delayed as emergency services respond; some services are diverted via Cumbernauld and Falkirk Grahamston. The line remains affected with delays expected to continue into the morning.
Historic Furka and Glenfinnan steam trains are revived as tourist icons, linking Uri and Valais in Switzerland and drawing thousands to Glenfinnan’s viaduct. Enthusiasts describe a living machine as celebrations mark a century of journeys.
A major fire has broken out near Edinburgh’s Princes Street, affecting the old Debenhams building and surrounding blocks. Fire crews are damping hotspots, with road closures in place and tram and bus services disrupted. No injuries have been reported. Updates are ongoing.
Deutsche Bahn has announced a step-by-step nationwide ban on drinking at all 5,400 train stations by Oct. 15, with Berlin’s central and Gesundbrunnen stations set to follow on Sept. 1. The move, aimed at reducing violence after a recent attack, will exclude in-station caterers and won't apply on trains.