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SK On Signs Long-Term Battery Supply Deal With US Firm
BusinessReutersKorea Heraldchannel-news-asia+2yonhap-englishinvesting-com4h ago5 sources

SK On Signs Long-Term Battery Supply Deal With US Firm

South Korean battery manufacturer SK On has secured a multi-year agreement to supply lithium iron phosphate energy storage cells to US-based NeoVolta Power. The partnership will run through 2031 and supports expanding renewable energy infrastructure in the United States.

Russia's Novorossiysk Oil Terminal Suspends Operations After Drone Attack
Worldukrainska-pravdakyiv-independentmeduza+1ukrinform16d ago4 sources

Russia's Novorossiysk Oil Terminal Suspends Operations After Drone Attack

Russia's key Black Sea export terminal in Novorossiysk, which handles significant oil shipments, suspended operations following a drone attack. The incident has heightened fears among residents in other Russian cities previously targeted by drone strikes.

Wildfires Rage Across Greece, Evacuations Underway Near Athens
Worldnrkle-figaroFrance 24+15orftvn24vgdelfi-ltdigi24index-hr24urcyprus-mail+7 more1mo ago18 sources

Wildfires Rage Across Greece, Evacuations Underway Near Athens

Greece is battling multiple wildfires across the country, including new blazes near Athens and on Evia, leading to evacuations and a high alert for fire services. Authorities have issued warnings for residents to protect themselves from smoke as adverse conditions are expected to continue.

US Bans Foreign Humanoid Robot Imports Amid Middle East Tensions
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+50FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianAl Jazeeranzzyle-uutisetruv+42 more1mo ago53 sources

US Bans Foreign Humanoid Robot Imports Amid Middle East Tensions

The United States has banned the import of new foreign-made humanoid robots, a move reportedly aimed at China, while simultaneously, the US and Saudi Arabia launched coordinated attacks against pro-Iranian militias in Iraq, leading to at least 20 deaths, and Iran retaliated with missile strikes on US bases.

Man Ignites Bee Smoker During High Fire Risk on Rhodes
Worldnaftemporiki1mo ago

Man Ignites Bee Smoker During High Fire Risk on Rhodes

Authorities on Rhodes swiftly responded to a fire protection violation after a man was found using a bee smoker in a forest area with a high fire risk (level 4). An investigation into the incident has been launched.

Very High Fire Risk Declared for Several Greek Regions
Worldiefimeridanewsbeastprotothema-en1mo ago3 sources

Very High Fire Risk Declared for Several Greek Regions

A very high risk of wildfires (Category 4) has been declared for Tuesday in several Greek regions, including Heraklion, Lasithi, Rethymno, Chios, Samos, and Ikaria. Authorities are urging extreme caution due to the elevated threat.

US-Iran Peace Deal Announced, Drawing Mixed International Reactions
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+94FTwapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutisetcbc+86 more2mo ago97 sources

US-Iran Peace Deal Announced, Drawing Mixed International Reactions

A peace deal between the United States and Iran has been announced, prompting cautious welcomes from some while drawing strong criticism and concern from Israeli leaders and other regional actors. The agreement raises questions about its long-term implications for regional stability and the future of Iran's regime.

Businessseeking-alpha3mo ago

Goldman Sachs Warns on Earnings Season Trends

Goldman Sachs has issued warnings about current earnings season trends, noting that earnings beats are receiving a "cold shoulder" from the market. The firm also highlighted the return of commodity costs as a significant margin risk for companies.

Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Enters First Week
Technologywsjle-figaroder-standard+5Business InsiderpolitikenYahooTimes of Indiamorocco-world-news3mo ago8 sources

Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Enters First Week

The federal civil trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI, led by Sam Altman, has concluded its first week. Sam Altman has notably hired lawyer William Savitt, who previously defeated Musk in court, to represent OpenAI in the high-profile dispute.

US-Iran Tensions Escalate Amid Tanker Detention, Trump's Warnings
BusinessAPReutersbloomberg+91wsjFTThe GuardianAl JazeeraCNNFox Newsnrkyle-uutiset+83 more4mo ago94 sources

US-Iran Tensions Escalate Amid Tanker Detention, Trump's Warnings

US-Iran tensions intensified as the US Navy reportedly detained an Iranian-linked tanker, while President Trump issued warnings of military action and offered a path to negotiations if Iran released eight women. Trump also stated he did not wish to extend a ceasefire with Iran, indicating the military was eager to act.

Ukrainian Drones Attack Russia's Ust-Luga Baltic Port, Causing Fire
Worlddr-dkhelsingin-sanomatnos+30ruvukrainska-pravdaaftonbladetberlingskeSCMPrzeczpospolitatvn24el-mundo+22 more5mo ago33 sources

Ukrainian Drones Attack Russia's Ust-Luga Baltic Port, Causing Fire

A drone strike, reportedly by Ukraine, triggered a fire at Russia's major Baltic port of Ust-Luga, a key oil exporting hub, causing new damage after being hit for a second time in days, with regional governor Alexander Drozdenko reporting 36 drones shot down.

‘Massive underfunding’ blamed as students enrolled in Australian public schools falls to new low
PoliticsThe Guardian5mo ago

‘Massive underfunding’ blamed as students enrolled in Australian public schools falls to new low

As thousands more students head to private schools, advocates hope new government funding deals might draw families back to public sector Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast In Sharryn Brownlee’s experience, it’s when their kids reach the final years of primary school that a lot of parents start to ask one another the same question. “Where are you going to send your kids to high school? Public or private?” she s...

Polish PM Tusk on Nuclear Military Program
Politicsvijesti-me6mo ago

Polish PM Tusk on Nuclear Military Program

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated it is too early to discuss a nuclear military program, acknowledging the need for adequate means to respond to aggression but noting that such an idea is not yet precise.

Tesla is dropping a bargain version of the Cybertruck
BusinessReutersBusiness InsiderYahoo+1seeking-alpha6mo ago4 sources

Tesla is dropping a bargain version of the Cybertruck

Tesla's Cybertruck is getting a cheaper version. Reginald Mathalone/NurPhoto via Getty Images Buckle up, a budget Cybertruck is on the way. The truck has a starting price of $59,990. The cheaper Cybertruck comes amid Tesla's drive to make the car more appealing to the working man. Elon Musk's Tesla is doubling down on its road map to make the Cybertruck less vanity, more working man, with a budget version that's clocking in a little closer to the competition, price-wise. In an X post on Thursday night, Tesla announced it will roll out its "most affordable Cybertruck yet." It's advertised, per the post, as "tough as nails with ultra-low cost of ownership" starting at $59,990. The cheapest all-wheel-drive Cybertruck sold for just under $100,000 in 2024. It's now listed starting at $79,990. New version of Cybertruck now available to order in the US This is our most affordable Cybertruck yet. Tough as nails with ultra-low cost of ownership – Starts at $59,990 – Dual Motor AWD w/ est. 325 mi of range – Powered tonneau cover – Bed outlets (2x 120V + 1x 240V) &… pic.twitter.com/xMRF0cFo0X — Cybertruck (@cybertruck) February 20, 2026 While Musk has often positioned the Cybertruck as a competitor to the Ford F-150, at close to $60,000, the Cybertruck is still a premium option. The F-150 starts at $39,330. The cheaper Cybertruck comes amid Tesla's race to reposition Musk's shiny, silver vehicle as an everyman's car. The new version of the Cybertruck is now listed in a Tesla comparison chart as the company's "most affordable" Cybertruck. It has a lower towing capacity of 7,500 pounds, down from the 11,000 pounds listed for its "Premium All-Wheel Drive" and "Cyberbeast" versions. Significant interior differences include heated seats only in the first row, compared to both rows for the premium versions. The cheaper Cybertruck comes with textile seats, unlike the "premium interiors" in more expensive iterations. Musk once touted the truck as "apocalypse-proof." It's been subjected to recalls, including over its rearview camera, windshield wiper, and reports of jammed accelerator pedals. The more affordable Cybertruck comes after a year of modest sales for Tesla's electric truck. Tesla sold 20,237 Cybertrucks in the US in 2025, according to data from Cox Automotive released in January — half of its 2024 sales figures. It also falls far short of Musk's 2023 projection that the Cybertruck would sell 250,000 units a year. Read the original article on Business Insider

Ionian Islands Face High Wildfire Risk on Wednesday
Environmentiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+2ekathimeriniprotothema-en5d ago5 sources

Ionian Islands Face High Wildfire Risk on Wednesday

The Ionian Islands are facing a very high risk of wildfires on Wednesday, prompting authorities to declare a 'Red Code' state of mobilization. This alert comes as forest fires continue to rage in other parts of Greece.

Greece Faces Very High Wildfire Risk on August 15
Politicsnaftemporikinewsbeastavgi16d ago3 sources

Greece Faces Very High Wildfire Risk on August 15

Greece is bracing for a very high risk of wildfires on August 15, with authorities issuing a Category 4 warning. A map has been released to highlight the areas most susceptible to fire outbreaks.

Greece on High Alert for Wildfires Amid Strong Winds and High Temperatures
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+4avgiekathimeriniprotothema-encopenhagen-post20d ago7 sources

Greece on High Alert for Wildfires Amid Strong Winds and High Temperatures

Greece is facing a very high risk of wildfires across several regions, including Attica, Peloponnese, and Crete, due to a combination of high temperatures reaching up to 39 degrees Celsius and strong winds up to 8-9 Beaufort. Authorities have issued a 'Red Code' alert and are battling multiple blazes, including one near Athens that prompted evacuations.

Greece Faces Very High Wildfire Risk on Monday
Worldiefimeridanaftemporiki1mo ago2 sources

Greece Faces Very High Wildfire Risk on Monday

Greece is bracing for a very high risk of wildfires on Monday, with six regions identified as particularly vulnerable. Authorities have issued warnings and are preparing for potential outbreaks.

Alex de Minaur Wins at Wimbledon
WorldThe Guardian1mo ago

Alex de Minaur Wins at Wimbledon

Australian No. 1 Alex de Minaur defeated French veteran Adrian Mannarino in straight sets, warming to his task on Wimbledon's fourth day.

Chinese AI CEO Corrects Elon Musk on Advanced AI Model
WorldTimes of India2mo ago

Chinese AI CEO Corrects Elon Musk on Advanced AI Model

Zhipu CEO Tang Jie asserted that China is not far behind the US in the AI race, correcting Elon Musk and highlighting the impressive performance of Zhipu's new GLM-5.2 model, which reportedly outperforms OpenAI's GPT-5.5 in some aspects.

SpaceX Files for Record-Breaking $75 Billion IPO, Could Make Musk a Trillionaire
BusinessBBCbloombergFT+47The GuardianAl Jazeeranzzyle-uutisetcnbchelsingin-sanomatfazberlingske+39 more2mo ago50 sources

SpaceX Files for Record-Breaking $75 Billion IPO, Could Make Musk a Trillionaire

Elon Musk's SpaceX has officially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) seeking to raise $75 billion, which could value the company at up to $1.8 trillion. This move is anticipated to potentially make Musk the world's first trillionaire.

SK On Announces Breakthrough in Solid-State Battery Technology
Businesshvg3mo ago

SK On Announces Breakthrough in Solid-State Battery Technology

SK On has announced a significant breakthrough in solving a key technological challenge for silicon anode solid-state batteries. The South Korean company believes this development could substantially accelerate the industrial application of the advanced battery technology.

Elon Musk Skips French Summons in X Platform Probe
TechnologyAPBBCle-monde+29The Guardianyle-uutisetcnbcnosle-figaroSCMPFrance 24orf+21 more4mo ago32 sources

Elon Musk Skips French Summons in X Platform Probe

Elon Musk failed to appear before French prosecutors who had summoned him for questioning as part of an investigation into alleged misconduct on his X platform, including issues related to deepfakes and child pornography. The US has also expressed concerns about the French probe.

Peter Alexander Departs NBC News After 22 Years
Cultureenews4mo ago

Peter Alexander Departs NBC News After 22 Years

Journalist Peter Alexander announced his departure from NBC News during the March 28 broadcast, concluding his 22-year tenure, which included anchoring the Today desk on Saturday mornings since 2018.

What's it like to work for Elon Musk? X's product head describes small, flat teams with weekly reviews from Musk himself
TechnologyBusiness Insider6mo ago

What's it like to work for Elon Musk? X's product head describes small, flat teams with weekly reviews from Musk himself

Nikita Bier said that Elon Musk's X was "essentially operating like a startup." Marc Piasecki/Getty Images Want to work for one of Elon Musk's companies? Expect small, flat teams. X product head Nikita Bier compared his experience at X to past jobs at Meta and Discord on the "Out of Office" podcast. Bier said that Musk holds "weekly reviews" of one or two slides with every X engineer. One of Elon Musk's lieutenants at X is sharing what it's like to work in the trenches with him. There are some trademarks of a Musk company, whether it be Tesla, SpaceX, or xAI. His teams are flat, his schedule is jam-packed, and his expectations are high. In the lead-up to a big launch, expect to grind out some long hours. X's head of product, Nikita Bier, recently opened up about working under Musk on the "Out of Office" podcast, contrasting it with his past work at Silicon Valley staples like Discord and Meta. Bier described a "very flat organization" with lots of individual contributors reporting directly to Musk himself. There are very few managers, Bier said. "Everyone has an incredible amount of agency," Bier said. "We come up with an idea, we build it in a week, and it's out." Bier also said that Musk was "deep in the weeds." That's a feat for an executive who runs multiple companies (and once a government agency) at the same time. "He does weekly reviews basically with every engineer at the company," Bier said. "You have one or two slides, you present what you got done that week, he gives feedback." While some social media commenters expressed skepticism that every engineer received a weekly review, Musk is clearly hands-on — as evidenced by another xAI employee's podcast appearance. Sulaiman Ghori worked on xAI's Macrohard team. He described flat teams, few managers — and a wager between Musk and an employee on how quickly he could set up a rack of GPUs. The employee won himself a Cybertruck. (Ghori, who also talked about the company's "carnival company" permit workaround for building data centers, announced he was no longer at xAI four days after the podcast was published.) Bier also described a lean but efficient team that had "like 30 core product engineers." "The size of the engineering team is equivalent to a feature when I worked at Facebook," Bier said. "It's essentially operating like a startup." On X, one user asked whether these 30 employees were on the product or design team. Bier responded: "Engineers, 2 designers, 1.5 product managers and me." It's difficult to compare engineering team sizes to the pre-Musk Twitter days — or even discern which "core" team Bier is referencing. After six months of ownership, Musk cut Twitter's staff by 90%. Five hundred engineers remained at the time. What Bier didn't realize before working with Musk, he said, was that the executive will "always do the hard things." Consumer product builders are often looking for quick wins, Bier said. Musk chooses the most important — and difficult — thing to do, he said, from rebuilding the algorithm to building data centers. That also means: Don't expect a lazy Friday at X. "Every morning, every day, there's a new crisis," Bier said. "I'll just open my phone and be like: 'Oh my god.'" Read the original article on Business Insider

Heavy Rain and Avalanche Warnings Issued Across New Zealand
Environmentrnznz-herald2d ago2 sources

Heavy Rain and Avalanche Warnings Issued Across New Zealand

Meteorological agencies have issued severe weather alerts as two merging rain bands bring heavy precipitation to New Zealand’s upper North Island. Meanwhile, avalanche risks remain elevated in the South Island due to persistent snowfall and unstable conditions.

Give me a smoke
Culture16d ago

Give me a smoke

Cigarettes were bought 'by the piece', one and up. Once, a few kids went to the kiosk on 'Partizanska' to mess with the seller, who always chased us away because we were reading comics without...

Portugal Faces Maximum Fire Risk
Environmentobservador17d ago

Portugal Faces Maximum Fire Risk

The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere has placed 60 municipalities across several districts, including Bragança, Guarda, and Faro, under maximum fire risk on Friday.

Ukraine Halts Tanker Attacks at US Request Amid Continued Strikes on Russian Ports
PoliticsBBCbloombergFT+58NPRAl Jazeeradr-dkyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladet+50 more18d ago61 sources

Ukraine Halts Tanker Attacks at US Request Amid Continued Strikes on Russian Ports

Ukraine has reportedly ceased attacks on tankers following a US request, but continues to target Russian ports, with recent drone strikes causing damage and operational halts at grain terminals and an oil refinery in Novorossiysk and Orsk. Meanwhile, Ukraine's ombudsman reports at least 375 Ukrainian deaths in Russian captivity, and law enforcement has charged Russian detention center staff with torture.

Businessbloomberg1mo ago

ING Nears Significant Risk Transfers on $10 Billion in Loans

ING Groep NV is close to hedging credit risk on approximately $10 billion of loans through significant risk transfers (SRTs). This move is part of a broader trend among banks globally to utilize such instruments to free up capacity for new lending, including AI-linked debt.

Polish Prosecutor Indicts 'Wielki Bu' on Organized Crime and Drug Charges
Worldrzeczpospolitatvn242mo ago2 sources

Polish Prosecutor Indicts 'Wielki Bu' on Organized Crime and Drug Charges

Patryk M., known as 'Wielki Bu,' has been indicted in Gdańsk on charges including participation in an organized crime group, drug trafficking, and car theft. The head of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Marcin Kierwiński, confirmed the indictment, stating 'Wielki Bu' faces six charges, which he has denied.

Russia and Ukraine Exchange Drone Strikes, Civilian Casualties Reported
WorldAPReutersbloomberg+34Al Jazeeradr-dkyle-uutisetnostagesschauukrainska-pravdaaftonbladetDW+26 more3mo ago37 sources

Russia and Ukraine Exchange Drone Strikes, Civilian Casualties Reported

Russia and Ukraine have engaged in a series of drone attacks, with Russia striking a funeral procession in Sumy and oil and gas facilities in Kharkiv and Poltava, causing civilian casualties. Ukraine, in turn, claims to have struck a Russian frigate and oil infrastructure, while denying responsibility for an attack on a student dormitory in Luhansk.

Elon Musk Gives Combative Testimony in OpenAI Lawsuit
TechnologyBBCwsjle-monde+4der-standardTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express4mo ago7 sources

Elon Musk Gives Combative Testimony in OpenAI Lawsuit

Elon Musk delivered testy testimony during the OpenAI lawsuit trial, accusing Sam Altman's lawyer of attempting to trick him. Musk also discussed OpenAI's origins and claimed the company tried to "steal" a charity.

Technologyyonhap-english4mo ago

SK On to Open Japan Office for ESS Opportunities

SK On is set to establish a new office in Japan, aiming to capitalize on opportunities within the Energy Storage System (ESS) market. This expansion reflects the company's strategy to grow its presence in key Asian markets.

SpaceX IPO Details Emerge, Anticipating Record Retail Demand
TechnologyReutersKorea Heraldseeking-alpha4mo ago3 sources

SpaceX IPO Details Emerge, Anticipating Record Retail Demand

SpaceX's long-awaited initial public offering is gaining momentum for a potential June debut, with investor focus on possible lock-up restriction easing that could impact early share price stability, and reports detailing its schedule and expected record retail demand.

Forbes Names Elon Musk as the World's Richest Person
Businessdr-dkberlingskelsm-lv+14SCMPsvenska-dagbladettvn24die-pressemorgunbladiddigi24n1-serbiapolitiken+6 more5mo ago17 sources

Forbes Names Elon Musk as the World's Richest Person

Forbes has once again named Elon Musk the world's richest person with an estimated net worth of $839 billion, making him the wealthiest individual ever recorded and potentially the first trillionaire.