Why China’s Xiaomi Can Make an Electric Car and Apple Can’t

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ADAC test shows winter weather can slash electric car range
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Trump’s Plan to Repeal Climate Policy Could Upend Shift to Electric Cars
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Here's why Trump tariffs may raise your car insurance premiums
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Starbucks is struggling to grow sales in China. Here's why
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Trump: Apple should get rid of DEI rules instead of making 'adjustments'
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Why Apple’s stock has held ground as the ‘Magnificent Seven’ have faltered
Wall Street seems to like the company’s measured approach to AI spending and its opportunity to mitigate potential tariff impacts.MarketWatch - 19h -
Viral photo makes ‘Puppy Mountain’ in China an instant sensation
Guo Qingshan’s image of a cliff on the edge of the Yangtze River in Hubei province has been viewed millions of times. A cliff on the edge of the Yangtze River has become an overnight sensation in ...The Guardian - 2d -
Modi wants Tesla to build cars in India. Making the plan work may not be easy
Tesla is reportedly recruiting and scouting showroom locations in the country, following a meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Elon Musk earlier this month.CNBC - 2d -
Why high medical bills are bringing pain to China’s economy
The cost of paying for ‘catastrophic’ health conditions discourages consumption despite improvements in treatmentFinancial Times - 3d -
Germans can drive fast as they want on motorways - so why don't they?
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Rivian keeps promise on making a profit, but here’s why the stock is falling
Rivian Automotive Inc. makes good on its promise to get to its first quarterly gross profit and blows past Wall Street estimates for its sales.MarketWatch - Feb. 21 -
Costco chairman on why the popular wholesale chain sells diamonds, gold bars and sports cars: 'Affluent people love a good deal'
The wholesale chain's focus on value appeals to more than just budget-conscious shoppers.CNBC - 2d -
In China you can get Ozempic and Wegovy within the hour for just $100 a month
Delivery apps are allowing Chinese citizens to get their hands on the popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs at the touch of a button.MarketWatch - 3d -
What else can Canada and Mexico do to avoid Trump’s tariffs? America’s neighbors may slap new tariffs on China.
As traders worldwide wait to see if U.S. President Donald Trump once again holds off on putting new tariffs on Canada and Mexico, the head of the U.S. Treasury Department has highlighted one ...MarketWatch - 14h -
Tesla’s stock is back to red: Why China full-self-driving boost was short-lived
Tesla shares are trading about 30% below a December high as concerns about Elon Musk and DOGE swirl.MarketWatch - 4d -
Trump to ratchet up China tariffs again. Here’s why American consumers will feel the pain this time.
New York Fed analysis suggests “missing imports” from China could mean higher costs ahead.MarketWatch - 1d -
Can the Philadelphia 76ers overcome their injuries and make a playoff run? | The Kevin O'Connor Show
Joel Embiid's injury history reads like a medical encyclopedia. Yet, he still believes if he can get healthy for the playoffs, the Sixers can challenge anyone.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 20 -
3 tips from Warren Buffett's 2025 shareholder letter that can make you a smarter investor
Warren Buffett's annual shareholder letters are often considered valuable fonts of investing wisdom. Here are three key lessons from his 2025 edition.CNBC - 3d -
Can a brown Hindu be English? English people say yes. Why do so many on the right say no? | Kenan Malik
An argument about Rishi Sunak’s identity reveals how ideas of ethnicity and race have become conflated. ‘They think they’re English because they’re born here. That means if a dog’s born in a stable ...The Guardian - 6d -
Kevin Durant reveals why he nixed trade from Suns to Warriors: 'It just doesn't make sense for either side'
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Neuroscience Says 2 Minutes a Day Can Make You Less Stressed, More Focused, and Even Increase the Size of Your Brain
Too busy for self care? This type of (in)activity provides clear cognitive benefits.Inc. - Feb. 20 -
‘Why am I so afraid to retire?’ I’m 60 and lost $1.2 million in a divorce. Can I rebuild my life?
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Nikola, Electric Truck Maker, Files for Bankruptcy
The company, which once enjoyed a surging stock price, struggled to turn its plans for electric and hydrogen trucks into a viable business.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Apple expands India manufacturing
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Troubled electric vehicle maker Nikola files for bankruptcy protection
Troubled electric vehicle maker Nikola is filing for for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protectionABC News - Feb. 19 -
BMW delays £600m electric Mini factory upgrade in UK over 'uncertainty'
The vehicle manufacturer says "multiple uncertainties" in the industry led to its decision.BBC News - 6d -
Europe must cut electricity taxes, warn Iberdrola and EDP bosses
Energy company chiefs say EU must ‘urgently’ remove various taxes and simplify billsFinancial Times - 4d -
Chile hit by major blackout, leaving millions without electricity
State of emergency and overnight curfew declared after blackout strands commuters and knocks out traffic lights. Authorities in Chile have declared a state of emergency and overnight curfew after a ...The Guardian - 3d -
Electric Shocks and Tied Crucifixion-Style: The Life of a Scam-Mill Worker
Tens of thousands of people from dozens of nations have been trafficked to cyberfraud hubs in Myanmar, where they must con victims or endure brutal punishment.The New York Times - 2d -
Kia Has Revealed Its Electric Camper to Rival VW’s ID.Buzz
As the EV4 sedan and EV2 mini SUV round out Kia's electric offering, the brand confirms its PV5 Light Camper is inbound, and an even larger model is likely on the way.Wired - 1d -
Beck, Cavinder luxury cars stolen; man arrested
The Miami-Dade Sherriff's Office has arrested a suspect in the burglary and theft of luxury vehicles belonging to University of Miami athletes Carson Beck and Hanna Cavinder.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
Watch: A real-life flying car takes to the skies
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LeBron, Bronny deny claims in car-crash lawsuit
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