Ten Things You Need to Know Today: Sunday 29 Nov 2015

1. Grant Shapps quits – is Lord Feldman next?

Minister Grant Shapps has resigned after allegations he failed to act on reports of bullying in the Tory youth wing. Shapps told David Cameron in his resignation letter that the "buck should stop with me" over the scandal. Now, Tory party chairman Lord Feldman, David Cameron’s closest political ally, is facing pressure to quit too.

2. Prince Harry falls from his polo pony

Prince Harry has fallen from his pony during a charity polo match in South Africa. The royal was thrown forward head-first to the ground and broke his fall with his hands. The game was paused while he recovered. He got up apparently unhurt. Harry's Sentebale team was beaten 8-7 by Royal Salute at the Val de Vie Estate, with the prince scoring one of the goals.

3. Michael Fallon: Paris could happen here

Defence secretary Michael Fallon says Paris-style attacks could "easily" happen in UK cities. Fallon is escalating efforts to win backing for air strikes against Islamic State fighters. Jeremy Corbyn, who opposes bombing, has appealed to Labour’s grassroots as shadow cabinet anger mounts. Deputy leader, Tom Watson, says Corbyn must scrap plans to force MPs into opposing air strikes.

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4. UN climate deal ‘more likely after Paris attacks

A deal at the UN climate summit in Paris is “more likely” after terror attacks, reports the BBC. The COP21 conference will attempt to reach a long-term agreement to limit carbon emissions. According to commentators, the recent terrorist attacks on the French capital will increase the chances of a new agreement being reached.

5. Storm to wreak disruption across Britain

Britain will be hit by winds as high as 70mph, prompting the Met Office to issue wind and ice warnings for the entire country. An approaching storm - named Clodagh - will put all of England and Wales under a two-day yellow “be aware” warning, as it arrives from the Atlantic. It is expected to cause widespread disruption.

6. Tyson Fury beats Wladimir Klitschko

Tyson Fury has caused a sensational boxing upset by outpointing Wladimir Klitschko to become heavyweight champion of the world. Ukrainian Klitschko, 39, suffered his first defeat in 11 years, as Fury was awarded the fight in Dusseldorf 115-112, 115-112 and 116-111 by the judges to take Klitschko's WBA, IBF, IBO and WBO belts.

7. Sneezes at the wheel cause two million crashes

More two million car crashes happened because the driver sneezed at the wheel, a study has revealed. The researchers also found that 10% of Brits regularly try to suppress sneezing during sex, while eating (16%), in meetings at work (6&), or applying make-up (6%). Just over 50% have a 'loud and proud' sneeze, while 94% sneeze loudest when we think no one is listening.

8. Len Goodman denies Strictly plot

Strictly Come Dancing’s Len Goodman has denied allegations that he and his fellow judges have been "deliberately over and under marking" competitors. Writing in the Sunday Mirror he insists: "I want to stand up for the show, its integrity and my fellow judges... The show is without question fair, honest and without agenda."

9. Tea ‘helps strengthen kids’ teeth’

Does a cuppa a day keep the dentist away? Researchers are claiming that children as young as four would benefit from drinking regular cups of tea. A study tested 49 types of teabag bought in UK stores to determine their levels of fluoride, the mineral that strengthens the enamel coating of teeth, protecting them from bacteria that cause dental problems.

10. Jamie Vardy breaks van Nistelrooy record

Jamie Vardy has broken Ruud van Nistelrooy's record to become the first player to score in 11 consecutive Premier League matches. The Leicester hit man scored in the first half of his side's 1-1 draw against Manchester United. Today, Tottenham host struggling Chelsea in the London derby while Arsenal are at Norwich City.