{
  "id": 2064082,
  "title": "Which is the smelliest Tube line?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/which-is-the-smelliest-tube-line",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-20T03:14:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "City AM",
    "slug": "city-am",
    "url": "https://www.cityam.com/which-is-the-smelliest-tube-line/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "London's Underground system has long been a subject of fascination for its residents, with one burning question remaining unanswered: which Tube line smells the worst? After much debate and speculation, a leading natural deodorant brand, Fussy, has finally put an end to this mystery by conducting a scientific analysis. According to their research, the Hammersmith and City Line is officially the smelliest Tube line, described as having a \"sour, rancid, fatty, stale\" odor. In contrast, the Metropolitan Line emerges as the most pleasant-smelling line, with a \"fresh and fruity\" scent. This surprising revelation highlights the significant differences in odor among the various Tube lines, prompting further questions about the factors contributing to these distinct smells.",
  "summary": "Nobody would say the Tube is the freshest part of our transport network. But which line stinks the most? James Ford has the answer.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}