Rheinmetall to build munitions factory in Lithuania by 2026

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Biden administration to loan $6.6B to EV maker Rivian to build Georgia factory that automaker paused

President Joe Biden’s administration will loan $6.6 billion to electric vehicle maker Rivian Automotive to build a Georgia factory

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Biden administration to loan $6.6B to EV maker Rivian to build Georgia factory that automaker paused

President Joe Biden’s administration will loan $6.6 billion to electric vehicle maker Rivian Automotive to build a Georgia factory

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Rheinmetall's Armin Papperger to Stay as CEO Until 2030

The arms maker said Armin Papperger will remain at the helm of the company for another five years, while CFO Dagmar Steinert agreed to step down from her role.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

Rheinmetall Posts Soaring Sales, Shrugs off Political Instability Concerns

The German arms maker posted a 39.5% increase in sales, as it consolidated its place as one of Europe’s main ammunition and weapon suppliers.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 7

Rheinmetall Targets $21.2 Billion in Sales by 2027 as Western Defense Budgets Rise

The arms maker forecasts $21.2 billion in sales over the next three years amid higher defense spending in western markets.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 19

DHL crash in Lithuania may be result of sabotage, says German foreign minister

Baerbock raises possibility of accident or ‘hybrid incident’ after Vilnius cargo plane crash kills one and injures three. The fatal crash of a DHL cargo plane as it approached Vilnius airport could ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Investigations begin into cause of DHL plane crash in Lithuania

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Plane crash in Lithuania: No evidence of sabotage so far

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Putin threatens to turn Kyiv targets ‘to dust’

Russian president says Ukrainian government buildings could be hit with new Oreshnik ballistic missile

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

Lithuania confident Germany can still deploy brigade by 2027

World - Yahoo News - November 7

DHL plane crashes in Lithuania amid concern over Russian sabotage

A DHL cargo plane crash landed in Lithuania, killing one crew member, but authorities say it's too soon to link it to suspected Russian sabotage operations.

One dead and three injured in Lithuania cargo-jet crash

The Boeing 737 crashed near a house as it was making its final approach for landing, local authorities say.

DHL Cargo Plane Crashes Near Airport in Lithuania, Killing 1

The crash near Vilnius Airport sparked a fire in a residential area, officials said. One person on board was killed and three others were hospitalized.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Deadly DHL cargo plane crash at Vilnius, Lithuania, caught on camera

An investigation has been launched into why a DHL cargo plane crashed on its approach to Vilnius airport in Lithuania.

Aircraft Used by DHL Crashes During Forced Landing in Lithuania

One person died in the incident, which came months after people alleged to have been working for Russian intelligence services used the company to ship incendiary devices.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago

No evidence of sabotage so far after plane crash in Lithuania

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Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s nominee for US attorney-general

Former congressman says controversy around his nomination had become a ‘distraction’

Business - Financial Times - November 21

Volkswagen to sell controversial factory in China’s Xinjiang

Volkswagen has faced major criticism from activists and investors over its interest in the Xinjiang factory which it first opened in 2013

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

Moscow warns the US over allowing Ukraine to hit Russian soil with longer-range weapons

The Kremlin warns that Washington's decision to let Ukraine strike targets inside Russia with U.S.-supplied longer-range missiles would stoke the war and escalate international tensions

World - ABC News - November 18

Buttler extends England deal by one year to 2026

England white-ball captain Jos Buttler adds a year to his central contract, signing until the autumn of 2026.

Labour budget sets the scene for 2026 Holyrood election

The devolved Scottish government will have had an extra £3.4bn to spend - including more money than SNP ministers anticipated for public building projects.

Alpine to use Mercedes engines from 2026

The Renault-owned Alpine team will use Mercedes engines in Formula 1 from the 2026 season.

Flynn: Reaction to 2026 Holyrood bid 'not pleasant'

The SNP Westminster leader intends to stand for the Aberdeen South and North Kincardine seat.

Kane keen to carry on beyond 2026 World Cup

England captain Harry Kane says the 2026 Fifa World Cup may not be his last international tournament.

General Motors agrees deal to enter F1 in 2026

US car giant General Motors reaches an agreement in principle to enter Formula 1 in 2026 with its Cadillac brand.

F1 agrees to GM joining grid for 2026 season

Formula 1 has confirmed an 11th team, run by General Motors, will join the grid in 2026.

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7 most competitive Senate races in 2026

The race for key Senate contests in 2026 is already getting underway, with a few major potential candidates hinting they may join the race. Republicans won back control of the Senate in the 2024 ...

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Chinese factory activity expands for first time in six months

Beijing set to unveil fiscal stimulus focused on struggling local governments next week

Business - Financial Times - October 31

U.S. Factory Towns Laid Low by the ‘China Shock’ Are Benefiting From New Investments

Communities that suffered the worst of plant closings in recent decades are now gaining an outsize share of fresh investment and new jobs.

Business - The New York Times - November 1

ISM factory index drops, marking 7th straight month below growth threshold

The malaise that has loomed over the manufacturing sector for the better part of the past two years seems like it will continue, according to one economist.

Business - MarketWatch - November 1

Body of Tennessee Factory Worker Killed in Hurricane Helene Is Found

She is believed to be the last employee who was missing after the plastics plant flooded. Authorities are still investigating the circumstances around the deaths.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 2

U.S. factory orders tumble in September, for fourth drop in the past five months

Orders for manufactured goods fell 0.5% in September, the Commerce Department said Monday. It is the fourth decline in orders in the past five months.

Business - MarketWatch - November 4

Trump’s Tariffs Could Deal a Blow to Mexico’s Car Factories

The president-elect has said he could impose punitive tariffs on car imports from Mexico, a move that could hurt factories and workers on both sides of the border.

Business - The New York Times - November 12

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