GM North America President Marissa West: Assessing plug-ins and which segments need them
Marissa West, who became president of GM North America in January, talks about the automaker's plan to bring back hybrids and launch more affordable EVs......»»
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Searing heat scorches US from Chicago to East Coast
Extreme heat and high humidity smothered the central and northeastern United States on Tuesday, with temperature records expected to melt away in the coming days, authorities warned, as wildfires sizzled in the west......»»
Opinion: The world no longer needs new fossil fuels, and the UK could lead the way in making them taboo
North Sea oil and gas has become a battleground issue in the UK general election......»»
Four dead, over a dozen missing as extreme weather hits China
At least four people were killed when record rains hit parts of southern China, state media reported Tuesday, while more than a dozen were missing even as the north baked under some of its highest temperatures this year......»»
Study: Support for Black nationalism now more widespread as profile of Black nationalist has changed across time
According to research by sociologists at Rice University, Black nationalism now finds broader support among different segments of the Black community, though the characteristics of Black nationalists have changed over time......»»
Wildfire north of LA rapidly spreads as hot, gusty winds continue
Firefighters are battling a series of wildfires that broke out across California over the weekend amid early summer heat and dry, gusty winds......»»
When will America get its $25,000 electric car?
Electric-vehicle prices are falling fast in the U.S., but the cheapest models remain far more costly than what other countries have on offer. So where is America’s $25,000 EV? .....»»
Top 5 stories of the week: EV owner regrets; UAW president under investigation
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
Ex-Volvo Cars Americas chief Anders Gustafsson"s second act: Revive Polestar"s North America business
Gregor Hembrough, who launched Polestar's North America business in the midst of the pandemic, will leaves for a global sales role with the automaker......»»
Stellantis exec departures raise alarm among U.S. dealers, salaried workers
Four prominent North American executives have left in recent months as CEO Carlos Tavares pushes Stellantis to improve its performance and cut costs......»»
Microsoft in damage-control mode, says it will prioritize security over AI
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is now personally responsible for security flaws. Enlarge / Brad Smith, vice chairman and president of Microsoft, is sworn in before testifying about Microsoft's cybersecurity work during a House Commi.....»»
Survey shows decline in North Dakota breeding duck numbers
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department's 77th annual spring breeding duck survey conducted in May showed an index of about 2.9 million birds, down from 3.4 million last year......»»
Is there anybody out there? NATO hones Arctic subs" sonar skills
In the icy waters of the Arctic, NATO scientists are dissecting sound waves to improve the West's ability to track Russian submarines, as global warming alters acoustics underwater......»»
North Macedonia"s beekeepers face climate change challenge
Every day, Magda Miloseska dons a white, protective suit and enters the domain of the honeybees in the backyard of her small weekend house in North Macedonia......»»
Investigation of UAW president, other leaders threatens corruption-free image
Shawn Fain hoped to close the door on the UAW's scandal-plagued past, but a new investigation into alleged misconduct could erode member trust and hamper organizing efforts......»»
Jessica Kelleher takes over as vice president of customer care at JLR
As JLR prepares for Jaguar's next iteration — an all EV lineup — Jessica Kelleher takes over as vice president of customer care......»»
Research suggests partisan hostility can erode democratic institutions and functioning
It is obvious to almost everyone living in America that partisan hostility has reached a fever pitch......»»
Atmospheric sulfur dioxide levels hit historic high in Scotland following Icelandic volcanic eruption
Edinburgh, no stranger to an occasional haze, experienced an unprecedented atmospheric event on 31 May, unlike any seen over the past 30 years. While sea haar from the North Sea often blankets Scotland's capital, the haze observed that Friday felt di.....»»
New VW campaign to promote soccer, ID4 around Copa América tournament
VW this year returned to advertising during the Super Bowl. Now it plans to advertise during a marquee soccer tournament......»»
Book bans as political action: Evidence from US schools
During the 2022 school year, schools banned books more often than ever before in United States history. Katie Spoon, Isabelle Langrock, and colleagues analyzed data from PEN America on 2,532 book bans that occurred during the year, in combination wit.....»»
Glass beads indicate Indigenous Americans shaped early transatlantic trade
Archaeologists have analyzed the chemical makeup of glass beads from across the Great Lakes region of North America, revealing the extent of Indigenous influence on transatlantic exchange networks during the 17th century AD......»»