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The school holidays are in full swing with many families choosing a UK summer road trip instead of a getaway abroad. Now Car Lease Special Offers are warning drivers to understand the rules of the road before taking off. That's because driving without a seat belt on, and specifically your children, could get you into trouble. READ MORE: Drivers warned using AC in car could increase 'fuel usage by 20%' According to the Highway Code, seat belt offences can lead up to a £500 fine for those not wearing one. Those over the age of 14 are responsible for making sure they are wearing their own seat belt for any car journey. Only one person is allowed in each seat fitted with a seat belt. The offences also extend to children with seat belt laws requiring them to be in the correct seat for their weight and height. Drivers can be fined up to £500 if a child under the age of 14 isn't wearing a seat belt or is not in the appropriate car seat. Now here are six tips for … [Read more...] about Drivers warned of £500 fines if they hit the road without kid wearing seat belt

We're all acutely aware of the fact that England is facing soaring temperatures at the moment - with reports that 'melting black goo' can be seen on the roads. An airport runway has also melted in the extreme heat causing even more travel chaos. And this isn't going to change any time soon as Britain experiences heatwaves again, as Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said it will be a “long process” to replace and upgrade infrastructure to withstand more heatwaves in future. So, picture the scene: You're minding your own business walking in your fresh white Air Force 1's when suddenly you notice a strange sticky substance on the floor which you almost step in. Get the news you want straight to your inbox. Sign up for a Mirror newsletter here That happened to TikTok user Tommy ( @tmd_2003 ) - and he investigated what had happened with a stick. On further inspection, he realised that the tarmac had indeed melted, and was presenting as a sticky … [Read more...] about Man’s horror as he almost steps in ‘black melted goo’ as roads melt in heatwave

Published 9 September 2021 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing The so-called wonder material graphene is to be used in resurfacing the A1 in Northumberland in what the government says is a "world first". The trial will examine whether the material, which is only one atom thick, could prolong the lifespan of roads. Graphene has been used to enhance new asphalt when mixed with plastic but this is the first time it will be added to recycled asphalt on site. National Highways manager Graeme Watt said it could be "industry changing". "Laboratory trials have been a success and the on-site trials in Northumberland will be a world first use of graphene in road production," he said. "From what we've seen so far, it could make some of our assets last significantly longer." Graphene is extremely strong, robust and flexible and has a wide range of uses including … [Read more...] about Graphene used in ‘world first’ road surface trial on A1

U.S. transportation officials announced $2.2 billion for local infrastructure projects on Thursday, paving the way for new bridges, roads, bike lanes, railways and ports in scores of communities across the country. The competitive grants are more than double the amount awarded the previous year under the same program. The influx comes from a $1 trillion infrastructure law backed by President Joe Biden, which provided an additional $7.5 billion over five years for the grants. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the projects would help modernize America's transportation systems. "This is a program that recognizes many of the most interesting and compelling ideas and designs and plans aren't going to come from Washington, but more of the funding should," Buttigieg said. "That's what we're delivering here." Buttigieg traveled to Arizona to highlight projects in Phoenix and Tucson, each of which are receiving the maximum of $25 million. In Phoenix, the money will help … [Read more...] about $2.2B infrastructure budget paves way for new roads, bridges, bike lanes across U.S.

BRITAIN is currently sizzling in the hottest UK temperatures ever recorded. For drivers, this could easily mean a hefty fine if you aren't prepared out on the road. Air conditioning is a common feature on new cars these days, but there are plenty of older cars on our roads without it. With temperatures approaching 40C, even having the window down is unlikely to be much use when trying to cool down. Zuto car finance wants to remind drivers that Rule 237 of the Highway Code says you must keep your vehicle well-ventilated to avoid drowsiness. It urges drivers to remember that driving in the sweltering temperatures this week will make it a lot harder to maintain a correct state of mind while behind the wheel. Not doing so could result in an accident and a fine of up to £5,000. Most read in Motors PARK AND SNIDE Our road’s blocked by cars dumped by ‘meet & greet’ airport parking scammers PUNCHY PRICE Mike … [Read more...] about Drivers warned not pressing button on their dashboard during heatwave could cost them a £5,000 fine

Donald Trump reportedly asked why his generals couldn't be more like those who served Adolf Hitler in the Second World War , according to a new book. Mr Trump was said to have told his White House chief of staff, retired Marine Corps general John Kelly: "You f---ing generals, why can't you be like the German generals?" Mr Kelly reportedly responded "Which generals?" and was told: "The German generals in World War II." According to the book, Mr Kelly then said to the president: "You do know that they tried to kill Hitler three times and almost pulled it off?" But Mr Trump replied : "No, no, no, they were totally loyal to him." The conversation was reported in "The Divider: Trump in the White House," a book by journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser, an excerpt of which was published in The New Yorker magazine. It was one in a series of episodes that showed a highly fractious relationship between Mr Trump and his most senior military commanders. In a statement to The … [Read more...] about Donald Trump ‘asked his generals to be more like Hitler’s’

Premier League transfers update SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Jesse Marsch has already welcomed six new players to his Leeds squad this summer, making use of his ties to Red Bull Salzburg. However, the manager is not finished in the transfer window, and his side are eyeing an impressive ‘triple swoop’. Related articles Leeds boss Jesse Marsch sends clear message to Victor Orta to end saga Man Utd identify David de Gea 'replacement' as move for Premier Lea... The Whites kicked off their new Premier League campaign with a 2-1 victory over Wolves, thanks to a fierce strike from Rodrigo and an own goal from Rayan Ait Nouri. The victory will certainly settle the nerves of Marsch’s new signings, … [Read more...] about Leeds lining up ‘triple swoop’ including transfer for Man Utd and Arsenal-linked star

November 05, 2021 - 13:54 GMT Taylor Swift has directed and written a short film - and it is set to star several A-list names! Taylor Swift has proved that she really is one of the most hardworking people in showbiz! The award-winning singer-songwriter has announced that on top of rerecording her back catalogue of albums, she has decided to make her first foray into the world of filmmaking! MORE: Taylor Swift's fans convinced she's dropped new music clues in rare home video The singer revealed on Friday that she's written and directed a short movie to coincide with the upcoming release of her rerecorded album Red (Taylor's Version) . Titled All Too Well: The Short Film , it will serve as the music video for her highly-anticipated new ten-minute version of her heartbreak anthem All Too Well. Loading the player... WATCH: See GMA's announcement of Taylor Swift's exciting new project If that wasn't exciting … [Read more...] about Stranger Things actress to star in Taylor Swift’s first-ever film – and fans are freaking out!

Rome — An Italian man had to be rescued after becoming trapped in a collapsed tunnel near the Vatican, suspected of being part of a gang burrowing its way to a nearby bank, police said Friday. Firefighters spent eight hours digging him out from under a road in the west of Rome, before he was finally freed on Thursday evening and taken to hospital. "Two people from Naples were arrested for resisting a public official and two, from Rome, for damage" to public property, a police spokesman told AFP. The rescued man, one of the two Romans, remains in hospital, he said without giving an update on his condition. "We are still investigating, we do not exclude that they are thieves, it is one of the theories," he said. For Italian newspapers, however, the motive was clear, noting the tunnel was found near a bank ahead of the August 15 long weekend, when residents traditionally head out of town and much of Rome becomes empty. "The hole gang," headlined the Corriere della Sera … [Read more...] about Suspected bank robber thwarted by tunnel collapsing on him near the Vatican

Welcome to the last news digest of this week. Read the news for August 12, 2022 in less than five minutes. Spectacular Slovakia newsletter. Exquisite Koch Garden in Bratislava’s Old Town opens its gates to the public after years of neglect The Koch Garden is open to the public after years of neglect. (Source: Courtesy of Bratislava city council) The unique Koch Garden in Bratislava’s Old Town district finally became the property of the city in mid June. Prior to an extensive revitalisation planned for 2023 and 2024, the city is opening its gates to the general public on Thursday . The Koch Garden used to be one of highlights of the popular annual Weekend of Parks and Gardens event organised by the National Trust, for which people queued for hours to take a peek into this green gem of Bratislava, Katarína Vitteková of the National Trust said. Skryť Remove ad Article continues after video advertisement Skryť Remove … [Read more...] about News digest: The Interior Ministry reports some unusual requests