Batterymaker Northvolt to cut 1,600 jobs amid electric car ‘headwinds’
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The New York Times - Tech
A Hovercraft Built From Scratch Sails ‘Like Magic’
Robert Tymofichuk, a teacher in Alberta, Canada, spent nearly 2,000 hours building an operational hovercraft from salvaged car parts and with no blueprint.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Business
Is It Better to Buy or Lease a Car? It Depends.
The lowest overall cost is to buy a car and keep it for a long time. But leasing usually has lower monthly costs. And leasing an E.V. may come with a tax break.2 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Biden proposes ban on Chinese and Russian software in U.S. cars
Commerce Department says it is taking proactive steps to keep Chinese and Russian-manufactured technologies off American roads.3 hours ago - Joe Biden -
MarketWatch - Business
These industries are most likely to hire faster now that the Fed cut interest rates. Hint: tech isn’t on the list.
Some sectors are more likely to pick up hiring as borrowing costs fall. Here’s what that could look like.3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
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The Guardian - World
Batterymaker Northvolt to cut 1,600 jobs amid electric car ‘headwinds’
Move comes after weeks of uncertainty over reports of financial problems as green vehicle sector struggles. Business live – latest updates The Swedish batterymaker Northvolt is to cut 1,600 ...5 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Secret Service job rating hits historic low in survey
Fewer than one-third of U.S. adults rate the U.S. Secret Service's job performance as "excellent" or "good" in the latest Gallup survey, marking a new low for the federal agency tasked with ...5 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Battery giant Northvolt to cut 25% of workforce in Sweden as part of a major cost-cutting drive
Battery maker Northvolt on Monday announced plans to cut a total of 1,600 jobs in Sweden as part of a major cost-cutting drive.6 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Northvolt to cut more than 20% of jobs in battle for survival
Europe’s leading battery maker is downsizing as it struggles to build up production amid slowing shift to electric vehicles6 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Second kidnap arrest after man, 87, bundled in car
The man was walking home from Oldham Central Mosque when he was dragged into a car, police say.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
GM's CEO on electric vehicles: "This is one of the most exciting times in our industry"
CEO Mary Barra talks about GM's expanding electric vehicle lineup, as "Sunday Morning" takes a high-speed tour of General Motors' Milford Proving Ground, which has been a hub for automotive ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
CEO Mary Barra on how GM is revving up electric vehicles
Correspondent Kris Van Cleave talks with Mary Barra, General Motors' second-longest-serving CEO, about the company's expanding electric vehicle lineup. He also takes a "high-speed" tour of GM's ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Sports
Formula 1 Women’s Cars Appear Slower. But They’re Built With Intention.
The F1 Academy cars blend safe tech with professional flavor. It’s the right choice for a series focused on development, a columnist from The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
It is my job to sort out No 10 leaks, says Starmer
The prime minister was speaking ahead of Labour's party conference, which kicks off in Liverpool on Sunday.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
A rise in fuel duty needn’t be a car crash for Rachel Reeves | Phillip Inman
With petrol prices and inflation both low, motorists can absorb a reversing of Sunak’s 5p cut – and it could even boost electric car sales. A chancellor desperate for ready cash, as Rachel Reeves ...2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
College football updates: OU humbled by Tennessee in SEC debut
The No. 6 Volunteers shut down the No. 15 Sooners' offense. Get updates on all the big games in Week 4.2 days ago - College Football -
MarketWatch - Business
Electric vehicles are suddenly the best deal in the used-car market as sellers confront plummeting prices
The average monthly payment on used electric vehicles, which are now cheaper than hybrids and gas-engine cars, is approaching affordable levels for middle-income households.2 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
The Midwest could offer fall’s most electric foliage but leaf peepers elsewhere won’t miss out
Fall is back, and bringing with it jack-o’-lanterns, football, pumpkin spice everything and, in some parts of the country, especially vibrant foliage2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Bank of London to cut jobs as part of investor-led restructuring
Participants in a £42mn fundraising have pushed for changes at the fledging bank2 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
What’s Next for Rate Cuts? The Fed Is Watching Jobs and Prices.
A Federal Reserve official predicted quarter point rate cuts if data looked ‘fine’. But he also set out a scenario for a pause — or faster reductions.3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Business
GE Vernova May Cut 900 Offshore Wind Jobs as It Scales Back
The company, a spinoff from General Electric, has been plagued by financial losses in its wind unit and, more recently, accidents involving the failure of turbine blades.3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Canada’s tariff on China’s electric vehicles is all about US politics
It sends a message to the U.S. that Canada is willing and able to close Fortress North America to Chinese trade and investment, which is key if the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement is to be renewed in ...3 days ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
Construction giant collapse sees 2,200 jobs cut
The UK operations of the construction group ISG collapsed into administration on Friday.3 days ago -
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The Wall Street Journal - Business
Will AI Make Job Recruiting More Efficient---but Less Fair?
We asked readers what they think about companies that are relying more on artificial intelligence to screen candidates. Are the trade-offs acceptable?3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Shared political views are more likely to result in a job hire
Seven in 10 hiring managers will prioritize candidates who share their political views, according to a new poll. Resume Builder’s research, as the U.S. presidential election hots up, is timely. The ...3 days ago -
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Financial Times - World
China’s electric carmakers warn of EU investment cuts over tariff threat
Statement comes as talks continue between Beijing’s commerce minister and European trade commissioner3 days ago - China -
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BBC News - Top stories
Skills to pay the bills - but tradeswomen say they earn less and are not taken seriously
One tradeswoman struggled to find employment despite finishing her training with a distinction.3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Immigration and job creation
The labour market is softer than it appears3 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
The Jobs Where You Can Still Land a Signing Bonus
Job offers this fall are going to mission critical hires. If you get one, recruiters say you have leverage.3 days ago