Train driver watching YouTube during crash that left carriages hanging over slope, state to compensate passengers

A train driver was watching YouTube videos when his train crashed, leaving carriages dangling over a slope, according to Slovak authorities. The state railway company will compensate passengers who were injured or affected by the accident, with payments ranging from 3,000 to 20,000 euros depending on the severity of injuries sustained. The incident highlights safety concerns about driver distraction in Slovakia's railway system, where operators are responsible for maintaining focus during operations to prevent accidents that could endanger passenger lives.