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European manufacturers against ban on polluting cars: "The industry may collapse"
Top executives from Stellantis, BMW, and Mercedes warn the European Union’s planned 2035 ban on gasoline cars could devastate jobs and competitiveness, while China surges ahead with over 16.5 million charging stations.
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Mercedes’ CEO Is Killing Germany’s Auto Legacy
Ola Källenius says banning gasoline and diesel will crush Europe’s auto industry — but his refusal to embrace electric vehicles is exactly what’s sinking Mercedes, while Chinese EVs dominate with safer, cheaper, and more luxurious cars.
Roger Federer Kicks Off the 93rd Editions of the 24 Hours of Le Mans
The Swiss tennis legend signals the start of the historic race, embracing his role as official ambassador.
2023 FIFA Club World Cup: Comprehensive Schedule and Key Matches
The inaugural 32-team Club World Cup will take place in the United States from June 14 to July 13, featuring major teams including PSG and Juventus.
Guadeloupe Launches Major Recall of Defective Takata Airbags Amid Rising Safety Concerns
Authorities announce the recall of 20,000 vehicles as investigations into fatalities linked to faulty airbags intensify.
Fraudulent Bank Cheque Leads to 25,500 Euros Loss in Car Sale Scam
A man's attempt to sell his car online ends in financial loss after falling victim to a cheque fraud scheme.
Monaco Grand Prix: A Crown Jewel of Formula One
The Monaco Grand Prix continues to be a centerpiece event in the Formula One calendar, showcasing luxury, speed, and international attention.
Consumer Association Files Complaint Against Major Automakers Over Defective Airbags
UFC-Que Choisir targets BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen, and Toyota for alleged deceptive practices related to airbag recalls.
Max Verstappen Claims Victory at Imola Grand Prix Amidst Competitive Field
The Dutch driver secures his fourth win of the season, demonstrating exceptional racing skills against McLaren rivals.
PSG Supporters Injured as VTC Driver Claims Panic Amid Celebratory Crowd
The driver involved in the incident near the Champs-Élysées faces threats following the collision with Paris Saint-Germain fans celebrating the club's Champions League final qualification.
Guadeloupe Sees Twelfth Fatality Linked to Takata Airbag Defects
An additional death attributed to a malfunctioning Takata airbag raises concerns over safety recalls in the automotive industry.
Fatal Accident in Guadeloupe Linked to Defective Takata Airbag
An investigation has confirmed that a malfunctioning airbag was responsible for a driver's death in Guadeloupe, marking another incident in the ongoing Takata airbag scandal.
McLaren Dominates Miami Grand Prix with Piastri's Fourth Win of the Season
Oscar Piastri secures victory ahead of teammate Lando Norris, extending his lead in the World Championship.
U.S. Implements 25% Tariff on Imported Cars Amid Broader Trade Policy Changes
The new tariffs target foreign-made vehicles beginning Thursday, impacting major automotive exporters, especially from Europe and Asia.
Japan Grand Prix: High Stakes for Verstappen and Red Bull as McLaren Aims for Dominance
As the F1 season heads to Suzuka, teams and drivers face crucial challenges amid rising tensions and competitive dynamics.
EU Imposes €458 Million Fine on 15 Automakers Over Recycling Cartel
Major automakers including Volkswagen, Renault/Nissan, and Stellantis sanctioned for colluding on car recycling practices from 2002 to 2017.
EU Imposes €458 Million Fine on 15 Automakers for Car Recycling Collusion
Volkswagen, Renault-Nissan, and Stellantis are the most heavily fined as European Commission acts on cartel participation.
EU Condemns Trump's Car Tariffs Amid Economic Concerns
European leaders and industry groups react strongly to the announcement of a 25% tariff on imported cars and parts, warning of significant economic repercussions.
Trump Threatens Increased Tariffs on Europe and Canada Amid Trade Tensions
The U.S. President warns of new tariffs as retaliation looms over existing trade measures.
Trump's Proposed Tariffs Trigger Stock Market Decline for Automakers
The U.S. President's announcement of 25% tariffs on imported vehicles causes significant stock losses for major automakers.
Lando Norris Claims Victory at the Australian Grand Prix Amidst Challenging Conditions
The British driver triumphs in a rain-affected race, with Max Verstappen finishing second and George Russell third.
Lando Norris Secures First Win of the Season at the Australian Grand Prix
The British driver triumphs at Melbourne, edging out defending champion Max Verstappen.
French Entrepreneur Cancels Tesla Order Amid Trade Tensions
Romain Roy, CEO of Roy Energie, halts significant vehicle purchase in protest against U.S. tariffs and business practices.
Mother of Nahel Merzouk Speaks on Her Unending Grief Following Police Shooting
Mounia Merzouk reflects on the loss of her son Nahel, whose death during a police encounter sparked widespread unrest in France.
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Gold Jumps More Than 8% in a Week as the Dollar Slides Amid Greenland Tariff Dispute
Boston Dynamics Atlas humanoid robot and LG CLOiD home robot: the platform lock-in fight to control Physical AI
United States under President Donald Trump completes withdrawal from the World Health Organization: health sovereignty versus global outbreak early-warning access
Tech Brief: AI Compute, Chips, and Platform Power Moves Driving Today’s Market Narrative
NATO’s Stress Test Under Trump: Alliance Credibility, Burden-Sharing, and the Fight Over Strategic Territory
Greenland, Gaza, and Global Leverage: Today’s 10 Power Stories Shaping Markets and Security
The Greenland Gambit: Economic Genius or Political Farce?
The Greenland Gambit: Economic Genius or Political Farce?
Trump vs the World Order: Disruption Genius or Global Arsonist?
Trump vs the World Order: Disruption Genius or Global Arsonist?
Trump vs the World Order: Disruption Genius or Global Arsonist?
High-Speed Train Collision in Southern Spain Kills at Least Twenty-One and Injures Scores
No Sign of an AI Bubble as Tech Giants Double Down at World’s Largest Technology Show
Trump to hit Europe with 10% tariffs until Greenland deal is agreed
Cybercrime, Inc.: When Crime Becomes an Economy. How the World Accidentally Built a Twenty-Trillion-Dollar Criminal Economy
Woman Claiming to Be Freddie Mercury’s Secret Daughter Dies at Forty-Eight After Rare Cancer Battle
EU Seeks ‘Farage Clause’ in Brexit Reset Talks With Britain
Germany Hit by Major Airport Strikes Disrupting European Travel
Russia Deploys Hypersonic Missile in Strike on Ukraine
There is no sovereign immunity for poisoning millions with drugs.
Béla Tarr, Visionary Hungarian Filmmaker, Dies at Seventy After Long Illness
German Intelligence Secretly Intercepted Obama’s Air Force One Communications
The U.S. State Department’s account in Persian: “President Trump is a man of action. If you didn’t know it until now, now you do—do not play games with President Trump.”
Korean Beauty Turns Viral Skincare Into a Global Export Engine
President Trump Says United States Will Administer Venezuela Until a Secure Leadership Transition
Delta Force Identified as Unit Behind U.S. Operation That Captured Venezuela’s President
Europe’s Luxury Sanctions Punish Russian Consumers While a Sanctions-Circumvention Industry Thrives
Europe’s Largest Defence Groups Set to Return Nearly Five Billion Dollars to Shareholders in Twenty Twenty-Five
Diamonds Are Powering a New Quantum Revolution
The Battle Over the Internet Explodes: The United States Bars European Officials and Ignites a Diplomatic Crisis
Fine Wine Investors Find Little Cheer in Third Year of Falls
Caviar and Foie Gras? China Is Becoming a Luxury Food Powerhouse
Hackers Are Hiding Malware in Open-Source Tools and IDE Extensions
Traveling to USA? Homeland Security moving toward requiring foreign travelers to share social media history
Trump in Direct Assault: European Leaders Are Weak, Immigration a Disaster. Russia Is Strong and Big — and Will Win
Drugs and Assassinations: The Connection Between the Italian Mafia and Football Ultras
The Disregard for a Europe ‘in Danger of Erasure,’ the Shift Toward Russia: Trump’s Strategic Policy Document
India backs down on plan to mandate government “Sanchar Saathi” app on all smartphones
Macron Says Washington Pressuring EU to Delay Enforcement of Digital-Regulation Probes Against Meta, TikTok and X
Moroccan Court Upholds 18-Month Sentence for Frenchman Who Bought Ferrari with Bitcoin
EU Firms Struggle with 3,000-Hour Paperwork Load — While Automakers Fear De Facto 2030 Petrol Car Ban
The Ukrainian Sumo Wrestler Who Escaped the War — and Is Captivating Japan
Car Parts Leader Warns Europe Faces Heavy Job Losses in ‘Darwinian’ Auto Shake-Out
Families Accuse OpenAI of Enabling ‘AI-Driven Delusions’ After Multiple Suicides
U.S. Envoys Deliver Ultimatum to Ukraine: Sign Peace Deal by Thursday or Risk Losing American Support
Zelenskyy Signals Progress Toward Ending the War: ‘One of the Hardest Moments in History’ (end of his business model?)
The U.S. State Department Announces That Mass Migration Constitutes an Existential Threat to Western Civilization and Undermines the Stability of Key American Allies
A Decade of Innovation Stagnation at Apple: The Cook Era Critique
President Donald Trump Hosts Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at White House to Seal Major Defence and Investment Deals
AI Researchers Claim Human-Level General Intelligence Is Already Here
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