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fromInsideEVs
1 month ago

China's Zero-Mile 'Used' EVs Are Flooding Global Markets

China's automakers are exporting zero-mile 'used' EVs to international markets.
Local governments in China support this practice through loopholes since 2019.
Countries are updating import laws to close gaps exploited by this tactic.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ban on Palestine Action would have chilling effect' on other protest groups

The proposed ban on Palestine Action highlights a significant escalation in restrictions on protest rights in the UK.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

What you need to know about France's 2025 summer sales

In France, the summer sales period is government-regulated and runs from June 25th to July 22nd, with specific dates varying by region.
France politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Bosses' bonuses banned at six water companies

Water companies face bans on executive bonuses for failing to meet standards.
New rules aim to address public concerns and increase accountability.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Tesla pleads for Senate to spare its booming energy business | TechCrunch

Tesla's energy business significantly relies on government incentives, which are now threatened by proposed legislative changes.
Atlanta Braves
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

American Airlines canceled my flight after a hurricane

Airlines must provide refunds for canceled flights, regardless of cancellation reason.
Government regulations require automatic cash refunds for flight cancellations.
Document all communications when seeking refunds from airlines.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French taxi drivers threaten airports, French Open tennis in standoff

"We are calling for the immediate withdrawal of this agreement and for a return to the negotiating table," Emmanuelle Cordier, president of the National Taxi Federation (FNDT), told France Info radio.
France politics
SF politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Letters: With so many apartments empty, the 'housing crisis' is a sham

The claims of a housing crisis in California are questioned due to high vacancy rates in apartments.
Urgency is called for to support bills addressing polluters and transitioning to renewable energy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK government drops healthy eating push after lobbying by ultra-processed food firms

Government guidance promoting healthy food discounts dropped due to lobbying from major food corporations.
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 months ago

Swedish government plans sixfold increase in deported criminals

New rules in Sweden may drastically increase deportations of foreign criminals from 500 to 3,000 annually, effective January 2027.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Migrants already in UK face longer wait for permanent settlement

UK migrants will now wait 10 years for permanent settlement, affecting current residents and new applicants.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

DOJ's proposed Google changes would 'deeply undermine user trust,' search chief says

Google's proposal to share search data could harm user privacy and trust, according to their chief of search.
#housing-policy
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
US politics

Trump's First 100 Days in Office Deliver Little Progress on Solving the Housing Crisis

fromIndependent
5 months ago
London politics

Donal O'Donovan: 'Chic chalets' will rapidly degenerate into backyard hovels and make a dire housing situation worse

fromSFGATE
3 months ago
US politics

Trump's First 100 Days in Office Deliver Little Progress on Solving the Housing Crisis

fromIndependent
5 months ago
London politics

Donal O'Donovan: 'Chic chalets' will rapidly degenerate into backyard hovels and make a dire housing situation worse

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fromWIRED
3 months ago

DOGE Is Planning a Hackathon at the IRS. It Wants Easier Access to Taxpayer Data

A 'mega API' could expose sensitive IRS data, risking privacy through improper data access and potential misuse.
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Rivian starts a challenging year with a big slip in deliveries | TechCrunch

Rivian's recent quarterly delivery figures are the lowest since 2022, with only 8,640 vehicles delivered, but the company expects to meet its annual target of 46,000-51,000 EVs.
European startups
fromKqed
4 months ago

Things to Know About the Federal Investigation Into California's Law on Students and Gender | KQED

School policies requiring parental notification of children's gender identity changes face legal challenges and ethical debates.
Opponents argue that parental rights are being violated by laws that prevent schools from disclosing students' gender identities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Planning reforms offer a bright spot for Rachel Reeves but grey areas exist | Heather Stewart

Government's planning reforms could potentially boost economy by £3.4 billion, but success is uncertain and depends on implementation.
Long-term growth may increase by 0.4% with improved housing availability.
Reeves' announcement marks a rare positive note in an otherwise bleak economic forecast.
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

China is reportedly keeping DeepSeek under close watch | TechCrunch

China is imposing stricter regulations on AI startup DeepSeek amid concerns over trade secrets.
Cars
fromFuturism
5 months ago

Elon Musk Is Flagrantly Gutting an Agency in Charge of Regulating Tesla

Elon Musk's cuts to the NHTSA raise concerns about vehicle safety and regulatory oversight, particularly for Tesla's autonomous driving features.
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago

UK businesses facing 47-day payment delays, research reveals sectors worst-affected - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Late payments significantly hinder UK SMEs, costing them financially and in productivity.
Government initiatives are emerging to address and mitigate late payment challenges.
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