2025 Cupra Tavascan review: Prototype drive

A US judge will decide today on new evidence that may lead to a re-examination of Erik and Lyle Menendez's convictions for murdering their parents in 1989. The brothers, who claimed they were sexually abused by their father, have filed a petition for release based on new evidence. Prosecutors have recommended resentencing, but not all family members support it, as the judge considers the abuse evidence before potentially granting immediate freedom or clemency from Governor...

Israel is moving towards a ceasefire with Hezbollah, with government officials stating that there are still unresolved issues, while Lebanon expresses cautious optimism but distrust towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Efforts to reach a truce have intensified, with Israeli air strikes and Hezbollah rocket attacks escalating, as US mediators work towards a potential agreement. The focus remains on enforcing key points to prevent Hezbollah from moving southward and rebuilding its forces, with conflicting views...

Coroner Elisabeth Armitage delivered findings on the deaths of four Aboriginal women due to domestic violence in Alice Springs, emphasizing the preventable nature of these tragedies and the urgent need for action to address the epidemic of domestic violence in the Northern Territory. The Coroner highlighted the ongoing trauma and grief within communities, the failure of imprisoning offenders to deter violence, and the lack of adequate support services for victims. The devastating impact of domestic...

Cameras in the Oytagh Glacier Park scenic area in Akto County, China, captured a massive avalanche cascading down from the summit of Chakragil in the Kunlun Mountains, covering the entire valley in seconds. The snow accumulated rapidly, forming a towering "snow wall" tens of meters high due to heavy snowfall in the high-altitude area, but fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported as the avalanche occurred in an uninhabited region. The Chakragil, over 6000 meters...

Legendary race mare Winx gave birth to a healthy colt sired by Snitzel at Coolmore Stud, making it her second live foal after a record-breaking career with 33 wins and over $26 million in prize money. The colt, half-brother to a $10 million filly, has the potential to become a top racehorse and commercial stallion, with industry experts cautiously optimistic about his future prospects. While the colt's value is uncertain, his impressive bloodlines and genetic...

The Greens are blaming Anthony Albanese’s “ego” for the failure to strike a deal on the government’s housing bills, which were set to be voted on Monday. The government rejected the Greens’ latest proposal, claiming it was potentially unlawful and financially unviable. The bills, Help to Buy and Build to Rent, aim to assist first-home buyers and incentivize rent-only developments, but have been stalled in the Senate for months. Full Article