Electric car targets under review as backlash grows

Chris McCausland, the first blind celebrity to compete on Strictly Come Dancing, made TV history by winning the show with his partner Dianne Buswell. Despite facing tough competition in the final, the duo impressed with a perfect score for their Waltz, ultimately winning the Glitterball Trophy. Chris dedicated his victory to Dianne and anyone who has been told they couldn't achieve something, highlighting the importance of opportunity, support, and determination. Full Article

Retired senior general Sir Richard Shirreff warned that Britain is not adequately prepared for a war with Russia and cannot rely on the US or Nato, stressing the need for a strong deterrent in Europe. Concerns were raised by former defence secretary Ben Wallace, Labour peer Admiral Lord West, and Nato general secretary Mark Rutte about the West's readiness for potential conflict with Russia. Sir Richard emphasized the importance of Europe stepping up its defense...

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is expected to visit China soon for Special Representative talks, following an agreement reached in October regarding patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control. Tensions between India and China escalated in 2020 due to a border standoff in eastern Ladakh, leading to strained relations. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reiterated India's commitment to engaging with China through bilateral discussions for a fair and mutually acceptable boundary settlement. Full Article

An alleged Chinese spy, known as H6, formed a close relationship with Prince Andrew and reportedly met with former prime ministers David Cameron and Theresa May, sparking calls for government accountability. Pressure mounts on ministers as MPs demand answers and consider using parliamentary privilege to reveal H6's identity if the courts do not. Former Tory leader Sir Iain Duncan Smith criticizes the government for being "weak" on China, while shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel emphasizes...

A 16-year-old New Mexico boy was arrested for allegedly killing his parents and two siblings, confessing to the crime while drunk and in a phone call to 911. Diego Leyva faces first-degree murder charges for the quadruple homicide in Belen, where his family members were found shot dead inside their home. Despite being intoxicated, Leyva surrendered peacefully and was hospitalized for detox before being detained in a juvenile justice center in Albuquerque as authorities investigate...

Paramount Network's Yellowstone concluded with a nearly two-hour finale featuring the death of a major character and the sale of the Dutton ranch to Thomas Rainwater for $1.25 an acre. A new spin-off was announced, focusing on Rip Wheeler and Beth Dutton starting a new ranch after Beth fulfills her promise and kills her brother Jamie. The episode also shows the Indians destroying a pipeline and Kayce making a deal with Thomas to keep his...