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Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff involved in an accident while filming Top Gear

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The Top Gear presenter has been hurt in an accident

Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff has been hurt while filming for ‘Top Gear’.

It is understood Mr Flintoff received medical care at the scene of the BBC program but was taken to hospital a short time afterwards.

A BBC spokesperson said the injuries are not life-threatening and additional details will be announced “in due course”.

Mr Flintoff was filming at Top Gear’s test track at the Dunsfold Park Aerodrome in the UK.

“All the usual health and safety measures were in place for filming too,” a source told The Sun.

The incident did not happen at a high speed, according to sources close to the matter.

Flintoff joined the program as a co-host three years ago. Prior to this, he was an international cricket star, where he played 79 Test Matches for England.

It is understood production has been postponed until further notice.

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Global EV shake-up: Australia slows, China surges, Lexus teases supercar

Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.

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Australia’s EV market slows, sales below 100,000; Costello discusses barriers and climate goals in latest Ticker episode.


Australia’s electric vehicle market is facing a slowdown, with sales struggling to hit the 100,000 mark this year.

Mike Costello from Cox Automotive breaks down the key barriers slowing adoption and explains whether current growth is enough to meet the country’s climate goals.

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Elon Musk’s X hit with EU fine: Digital Services Act showdown

EU fines Elon Musk’s platform X €120 million for DSA violations, highlighting tech scrutiny and potential regulatory clashes.

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EU fines Elon Musk’s platform X €120 million for DSA violations, highlighting tech scrutiny and potential regulatory clashes.


In a landmark ruling, the European Union has imposed a €120 million fine on Elon Musk’s social media platform X, citing violations of new digital regulations under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This fine underscores the EU’s increasing scrutiny of tech giants and sets the stage for a potential clash between Elon Musk, the European Commission, and even political figures like former President Trump.

Chris Berg from RMIT University joins us to break down the reasons behind the fine, including X’s controversial handling of the blue tick verification system, and what this means for transparency and user rights on digital platforms.

We also explore the broader implications of this ruling for other tech platforms like TikTok and how the EU is asserting its regulatory authority on an international stage.

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Lando Norris claims first F1 World Championship after dramatic Abu Dhabi showdown

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Lando Norris secures his first F1 World Championship at Abu Dhabi, becoming Britain’s 11th World Champion with 423 points.


Lando Norris has clinched his maiden Formula 1 World Championship after an electrifying finale at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. In a race packed with tension, Norris held onto third place — the exact result he needed to secure the title.

His performance not only sealed his first championship but also cemented him as Britain’s 11th F1 World Champion, marking a historic moment for McLaren and the sport.

Norris closed out the season with 423 points, marking a defining milestone in his career.

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