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Jan 09 2026BUSINESS

GM's EV U-Turn: A $6 Billion Lesson

General Motors is facing a huge financial setback. They just announced a $6 billion loss. This is because they are slowing down their electric vehicle (EV) plans. It's not the first time they've taken a hit. Back in October, they already reported a $1. 6 billion loss for the same reason. This chang

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's New Chief of Staff: Who is General Kyrylo Budanov?

General Kyrylo Budanov, a prominent figure in Ukraine's military intelligence, has been appointed as the new chief of staff by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This change comes at a crucial time, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine approaches its fourth year. Budanov takes over from Andrii Yermak, who re

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Dec 29 2025BUSINESS

GM's Stock Soars: What's Driving the Surge?

General Motors (GM) is having a stellar year in the stock market. As of the last trading day, its shares have climbed over 55%, reaching an all-time high of more than $80 per share. This is the best performance since the company's comeback after bankruptcy in 2009. Several things are fueling this g

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Nov 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

Keeping the Air Clean: The Challenge of Keeping Catalysts Working

Catalysts are like superheroes in the fight against air pollution. They help break down nasty gases like nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds. But even superheroes have their kryptonite. In this case, it's something called catalyst deactivation. This happens when the catalyst gets worn out

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Oct 31 2025BUSINESS

GM's EV Dream Hits a Speed Bump: Layoffs and Market Shifts

General Motors (GM) is feeling the heat in the electric vehicle (EV) market. After a brief surge in sales due to a soon-to-expire federal tax credit, the company is now facing some tough realities. The Trump administration's policies have made things even harder, with changes in regulations, cancele

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Oct 30 2025HEALTH

How Partners Can Back Up Trans and Nonbinary Loved Ones

Partners play a huge role in the lives of trans and nonbinary (TNB) people. They offer support and understanding that can make a big difference. But how can we measure this support? A recent study set out to create a tool to do just that. The study started with a big question: What exactly does sup

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Oct 30 2025BUSINESS

GM's EV Shift: A Bump in the Road

General Motors is making big changes to its electric vehicle (EV) plans. The company is cutting about 5, 500 jobs, with 1, 750 people being laid off indefinitely. This is part of a larger strategy to adjust to slower EV sales and new rules. One of the main changes is at the Factory Zero plant in De

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Oct 24 2025BUSINESS

GM's Job Cuts: A Profit-Driven Move

General Motors (GM) recently let go of over 200 salaried employees, mainly from its Technical Center in Warren. This move came just days after the company raised its profit expectations for the year, which led to a significant boost in its stock prices. The company stated that these job cuts were du

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May 08 2025SCIENCE

Catalysts: The Unsung Heroes in Cleaning Up Air Pollution

Catalysts are vital in tackling air pollution, specifically volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These compounds are everywhere, from paints to cleaning supplies, and they're harmful when inhaled. To make catalysts more effective at breaking down VOCs, scientists have been working on improving their

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May 01 2025BUSINESS

Tariff Troubles: How GM is Coping with Trump's Trade Policies

General Motors is bracing for a significant financial hit due to the Trump administration's tariffs on imported cars and auto parts. The company anticipates these tariffs will cost them between 4 and 5 billion dollars this year. This news comes as a blow to GM's profit expectations. The company has

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