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South Korea Revives Stalled Rail Project Linking North Korea
South Korea announced on August 5, 2026, the revival of a stalled rail project that may connect to North Korea. The project focuses on improving inter-Korean rail links but has limited immediate passenger impact.
Taiwan Approves 60.6 km High-Speed Rail Extension to Yilan
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan approved a 60.6 km high-speed rail extension from Nangang to Yilan with completion expected by 2037. The project includes a new station, depot, and aims to relieve capacity on the existing conventional line.
Manchester Power Failure Causes Two-Day Rail Disruptions Across North West England
A power failure on 6 August 2026 at Manchester's signalling centre halted trains and caused cancellations across north-west England. Services remained disrupted into 7 August, with delays expected until midday.