On the buses

Rail strikes in London are likely to cause major disruption over the next couple of days 

250 extra buses could be laid on during the strikes just to help with the demand, but it could course gridlock if commuters switch to cars. 

The strikes by four unions will last 24 hours from tonight until Friday. The strikes are happening because the unions are unhappy at conditions offered to drivers on a new night tube service due to start next month. People are being encouraged to use other modes of transport such as river buses, cycling, taxis, and buses: well good luck with that.

Local news

The sound of bells brought Copeland to life during a three-day bell ringing event run by Durham and Newcastle. Mini ring, gave people at Egremont, Whitehaven and Distington the chance to have a go on the ropes. 

School children and teachers were the first to show their skills in Egremont at Whitehaven passers-by got involved some as young as three. The group of ringers were on hand each day teaching and demonstrating ringing the bells, sound like a lot of fun.

Seeing things differently

Think that's weird? Well yes, it is, but only because people tell us that it's weird.

And finally...

Who doesn't love Mythbusters?

This episode involves clowns in a car crash... Awesome.