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Cattle on the West Coast Main Line have blocked tracks near Rugeley, causing widespread delays and cancellations for Avanti West Coast, Lumo, London Northwestern and West Midlands services. The line has been blocked for more than three hours, with disruption expected to last until 4pm. Tickets are being accepted on alternative routes.
BMW has unveiled the fifth-generation X5, adding hydrogen power and a broad lineup that includes electric, plug-in hybrid, diesel and petrol variants. The flagship iX5 60 xDrive electric model leads the range with a 141kWh battery, 578bhp, up to 525 miles of range and rapid charging up to 460kW. The SUV also features bidirectional charging and a redesigned interior, with UK availability beginning in spring 2027.
Chinese automakers are now producing leading electric vehicles with advanced powertrain technology and rapid charging capabilities. CATL has unveiled a third-generation lithium-iron phosphate battery that charges faster and performs well in cold weather, signaling significant progress in EV battery development.
Britney Spears has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor driving under the influence charge in California, sparing jail time. She has entered a treatment program and will face probation and fines as prosecutors outline a standard plea deal.
The Pentagon has announced a plan to pull about 5,000 US troops from Germany over the next six to twelve months as tensions over the Iran war intensify with European partners. NATO says it is studying the details of the move, while German officials say Europe must bolster its own defence capacity.
A wave of updates across multiple outlets shows former FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried pursuing a presidential pardon after completing his 25-year sentence, while Trump allies keep courting clemency. The reports, drawn from DOJ filings and interviews, highlight continued political leverage around the high-profile case.
A senior Russian military official has been killed in a car bombing near Balashikha, just outside Moscow. An explosive device under his BMW detonated around 5:30 a.m., injuring bystanders who rushed to help. The victim, Col. Damir Davydov, headed a key logistics directorate responsible for weapons distribution. Russian authorities have opened a criminal investigation, while Kyiv has not commented on the attack.
A roundup of recent coverage shows interest in plug-in hybrids remains steady. Experts highlight the cost hurdle, but buyers are turning to used models to save money. The Prius Prime leads within small cars; Tucson and Sorento plug-in hybrids offer more space. The debate hinges on price versus electric range as buyers seek efficiency.
Two car bombs have wounded and killed people in Moscow and its outskirts as investigations identify a teenage suspect network. Authorities report controlled detonations and ongoing inquiries into the perpetrators and motives. The events follow a pattern of high-profile attacks targeting Russian officials after the invasion of Ukraine.
Explosions near Balashikha have killed Damir Davydov, a top Russian missile and artillery official, as investigators open a criminal case. Kyiv-linked strikes have intensified pressure on Moscow amid a broader war dynamic.
Automakers have announced strategic shifts as Chinese brands and US trade rules upend the sector. Volkswagen has proposed deep job cuts to cut costs, Jaguar Land Rover is adding hybrids and prioritising the US, and the Commerce Department has denied Polestar permission to sell new connected models in the US from 2027, pushing the brand to refocus on Europe.
Agility Robotics is merging with Churchill Capital XI to value the company at $2.5 billion, making it the first publicly traded US firm focused on humanoids. Digit, its bipedal robot, is already deployed in multiple sites, with next‑gen Digit v5 in development. The SPAC deal aims to scale production and expand deployments amid strong investor backing from Amazon, Nvidia and Foxconn.