The UK government has initiated a review of its electric vehicle (EV) sales targets, potentially lowering the 2030 mandate from 80% to 50% following extensive lobbying from car manufacturers. A public consultation will assess proposed changes to the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, which critics argue could undermine climate goals.
The UK government has initiated a review of its electric vehicle (EV) sales targets, potentially lowering the 2030 mandate from 80% to 50% following extensive lobbying from car manufacturers. A public consultation will assess proposed changes to the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, which critics argue could undermine climate goals.
Jason Arday, who recently resigned from his professorship at the University of Cambridge, has been found dead at his home in south London. Police are treating his death as unexpected but not suspicious. His family stated he was subjected to a "campaign of sustained abuse" and "misinformation" which took a profound toll.
The USS George Washington is heading to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been on an extended nine-month deployment during which sailors have reportedly faced difficult conditions and mental health concerns.
Luigi Mangione has admitted to killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, pleading guilty to federal charges of interstate stalking resulting in death. The plea in Manhattan federal court initiates sentencing proceedings while also raising questions about ongoing state charges.
A severe wildfire has claimed at least one life, injured around 40 people, and led to the evacuation of approximately 1,200 residents and tourists along Croatia's coastline. The blaze, described as "one of the worst" in the country's history, rapidly engulfed 1,000 hectares, causing extensive damage to homes and vehicles.
N Chandrasekaran has said he will not seek reappointment as Tata Group chairman when his term ends in February, after the Tata Sons board failed to agree on extending his tenure, sending shares in listed Tata companies lower.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has accepted that his cost-of-living announcements are insufficient on their own, pointing to a possible overhaul of rail fares and greater public control of energy, water and housing.
The JCB Hydromax has achieved a new world land speed record for hydrogen-powered vehicles, registering an average speed of 406.320 mph at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The vehicle, which uses twin hydrogen internal combustion engines, produced virtually no carbon emissions during its record-breaking runs.
