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DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — A new electric version of Ford’s immensely popular F-150 pickup truck might just be the catalyst that hastens America’s transition from gasoline to battery-powered vehicles. Jim Farley, the company’s new CEO, calls the … [Continue reading] about Ford CEO: Electric vehicle demand will transform industry
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — Nepal’s president dissolved Parliament and announced fresh elections on Saturday after the prime minister, who was heading a minority government and was unlikely to secure a vote of confidence in the chamber, recommended the … [Continue reading] about Nepal president dissolves Parliament; elections in November
DETROIT (AP) — The CEO of America’s second-largest auto company is calling for the federal government to set standards for fully or partially automated vehicles to tighten the safety of electronic driving systems. In urging federal regulation, Ford … [Continue reading] about Ford CEO says US needs to regulate automated driving systems
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka halted passenger trains and buses for four days as authorities imposed a fresh travel ban across the country, in its latest efforts to curb the escalating number of COVID-19 infections and deaths. The ban is effective … [Continue reading] about The Latest: Sri Lanka halts trains, buses to curb virus
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A federal judge ruled Friday that the Dakota Access oil pipeline may continue operating while the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers conducts an extensive environmental review. U.S. District Judge James Boasberg made his decision … [Continue reading] about Judge: Dakota Access line can stay open pending Corps review
