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JLR sales tumble 25% following major cyber attack
Jaguar Land Rover's retail sales fell by a quarter after a cyber attack halted production. Discover the full financial impact and regional sales breakdown.
Nissan UK reports £888m loss in latest financial year
Nissan's UK arm reports a pre-tax loss of £888m, driven by an impairment charge and falling sales. A £990m capital injection aims to stabilise its balance sheet. Read the full analysis.
Readers' Favourite Organised Adventure Challenges Revealed
Discover the most memorable organised challenges, from cycling the Tour de France route to trekking Kilimanjaro. Get inspired for your next adventure and find out how to enter our travel tips competition.
Learning the Violin at 40: A Journey from Screeching to Music
A 40-year-old's journey learning the violin reveals its existential fussiness and the mindful joy hidden in its difficulty. Discover how daily practice transformed torment into passion.
UK charities face funding crisis and rising demand
Britain's voluntary sector is struggling with a severe financial crunch, rising costs, and falling donations as demand for services soars. Can Labour's 'covenant' offer a lifeline?
Six Challenges Shaping Australian Politics in 2026
A look at the six major factors, from inflation to infighting, that will define the political landscape for PM Albanese and Opposition Leader Sussan Ley in the crucial year ahead. Discover the key tests for both leaders.
How AI Took the Wheel in UK Auto Industry 2025
2025 marked a pivotal shift as AI reshaped UK roads, from record EV adoption to autonomous taxi plans for London. Explore the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Tesla EU sales fall 34% as Chinese rivals surge
Tesla's European registrations tumbled 34.2% in November 2025, shrinking market share to 1.4% as Chinese rival BYD saw explosive growth. Read the full analysis of the shifting EV landscape.
Nissan's new electric Leaf rolls off Sunderland production line
Nissan begins production of the third-generation Leaf at its upgraded Sunderland plant, a £450m bet on the UK's EV future, despite a global retreat from strict electrification targets.
EU Waters Down 2035 Petrol and Diesel Car Ban
The European Commission's proposal to weaken its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars marks a major climate policy reversal. This editorial argues the move is a road to nowhere for Europe's automotive future.
Nissan's £450m Electric Car Investment in Sunderland
Nissan begins production of the new Leaf EV in Sunderland, a major boost for UK manufacturing with over £450m invested. Discover the future of the plant.
New UK-South Korea trade deal to bring extra £400m
The UK and South Korea have signed an upgraded trade agreement, set to inject an extra £400m annually into the British economy. The deal focuses on cars, Scottish salmon, and Guinness. Read the full details.
Ford takes $19.5bn hit, cancels electric models
Ford announces a massive $19.5bn writedown and cancels key electric vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, pivoting to hybrids and petrol models amid shifting US policy and demand. Read the full analysis.
Trump Administration Scraps US Fuel Efficiency Standards
The Trump administration has finalised a major rollback of US vehicle fuel efficiency rules, a move experts warn will increase emissions and consumer costs. Read the full analysis.
Will 2026 end Albanese's political honeymoon?
As 2025 ends, PM Anthony Albanese faces rising inflation, far-right populism, and stalled reforms. Can Labour navigate the challenges ahead? Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Councils rename Prince Andrew streets amid resident concerns
Mid and East Antrim council votes to rename Prince Andrew Way as residents report embarrassment. Discover why street name changes create administrative headaches across UK.
Skin-lightening industry's colonial roots and cancer risk
The booming skin-lightening industry, built on colonial ideals, is causing a surge in cancer and irreversible skin damage in women of colour. Discover the toxic truth.
Germany urges EU to soften 2035 petrol car ban
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing the EU to reconsider its 2035 combustion engine ban, advocating for hybrid car exemptions to protect jobs and the climate. Read the latest developments.
Conservative lawyer Daniel Suhr influences US media via FCC
Chicago lawyer Daniel Suhr has become influential in US media regulation through FCC chair Brendan Carr, securing unprecedented changes at major networks through legal complaints about bias.
Political 'Killing Season' Begins in Leadership Battles
The annual political 'killing season' commences as unpopular leaders face leadership challenges. Discover which Liberal MPs are at risk and the implications for party stability.
Liberal Party Faces Triple Leadership Crisis
Federal opposition leader Sussan Ley faces extreme pressure as Liberal Party confronts three potential leadership changes in two weeks amid record low polling.
Granada TV executive Joe Rigby dies aged 87
Joe Rigby, the working-class Catholic who rose to become a key Granada Television executive and nurtured major TV talent, has died aged 87. Discover his remarkable journey.
Treasury delays farming report until after Budget
Government accused of burying farming review revealing inheritance tax concerns. Key report with 57 recommendations delayed until after Autumn Budget. Read the full story.
Government backs electric arc furnaces for British Steel
Business Secretary Peter Kyle supports shift to cleaner electric technology at Scunthorpe plant, securing jobs while raising questions about traditional blast furnaces.
Australian arms exports to UAE under scrutiny over Sudan
Australian defence companies face questions over $300m weapons exports to UAE amid evidence of arms diversion to Sudanese paramilitary forces accused of genocide. Read the investigation.
John Lewis Christmas Ad Faces Consumer Backlash
Guardian readers criticise John Lewis's Christmas advert as a cynical ploy exploiting family values to drive sales, questioning its portrayal of gender roles and masculinity.
China voices 'extreme disappointment' with Dutch minister
China expresses extreme disappointment with the Dutch minister over a semiconductor supply chain crisis that brought the global car industry to a halt. Read the full story.
JLR Reports £342m Loss Following Cyber Attack
Jaguar Land Rover suffers £342m quarterly loss after major cyber attack disrupts production. Learn how the incident impacted Britain's automotive giant and their recovery plans.
Texas shrimper stalls Exxon's $10bn plastics facility
Diane Wilson, a 77-year-old shrimper, successfully challenged ExxonMobil's planned $10bn plastics plant in Texas through legal action, highlighting growing community resistance against fossil fuel expansion.
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