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PodcastPodcast, The TakeTesla stock’s value has plunged as unrest grows over Elon Musk’s ties to Donald Trump. The backlash to Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s alliance is hitting Tesla hard. From boycotts and protests to attacks on cars, showrooms and charging stations, the company’s stock is plummeting. The US Attorney General and Trump called the attacks “domestic terrorism”. What’s driving the fallout, and what impact will it have? In this episode: Bobby Allyn (@BobbyAllyn), NPR tech correspondent Jen Cousins, Tesla Takedown activist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili, Sonia Bhagat, and Tamara Khandaker, with Ashish Malhotra, Hanah…

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk (R) speak before departing the White House on his way to his South Florida home in Mar-a-Lago in Florida on March 14, 2025. Roberto Schmidt | Afp | Getty ImagesBillionaire Elon Musk, U.S. President Donald Trump’s close ally, is due to be briefed on Friday by the Pentagon on the U.S. military’s plan for any war that might break out with China, the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing U.S. officials.Access to the closely guarded military plan would mark an sharp expansion of Musk’s role as a Trump adviser who has spearheaded efforts to cut U.S. government spending.It would also fuel questions about conflicts of interest for Musk, who as the…

Guests attend the launching ceremony of the first batch of low-altitude economy (LAE) regulatory sandbox pilot projects held in Hong Kong, south China, March 20, 2025. China’s Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government Thursday announced a list of the first batch of LAE regulatory sandbox pilot projects, aiming to inject new vitality into Hong Kong’s economy through the gradual implementation of these projects. (Xinhua/Chen Duo)HONG KONG, March 20 (Xinhua) — China’s Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government Thursday announced a list of the first batch of low-altitude economy (LAE) regulatory sandbox pilot projects, aiming to inject new vitality…

US president invokes wartime powers to boost production of rare earths and other critical minerals.United States President Donald Trump has said his administration will sign a rare earths deal with Ukraine “very shortly,” after invoking wartime powers to boost domestic production of critical minerals. In an address at the White House on Thursday, Trump said his administration was forging agreements in “various locations” to gain access to rare earth minerals, which are used in the manufacturing of electronics, batteries and magnets, among other items. “One of the things we are doing is signing a deal very shortly with respect to…

Listen to article Former finance minister and economist Miftah Ismail on Thursday took aim at the federal government for allowing electricity and sugar prices to spiral, accusing it of prioritising profits over public welfare. Speaking at a press conference in Karachi, he said the current administration had enabled sugar mill owners to benefit from export permissions while everyday Pakistanis bore the brunt of skyrocketing prices. “Six months ago, the government permitted the export of 5 to 6 million tonnes of sugar, so that Sindh and Punjab’s sugar mill owners can get dollars and relief,” he stated. Drawing a comparison with past decisions,…

Japan ensure a top two finish with 2-0 win against Bahrain in Group C of Asia qualifiers for 2026 World Cup.Japan became the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium. Second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo ensured the Samurai Blue secured a spot in Asia Group C’s top two automatic qualification places. At its eighth straight World Cup, Japan joins co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico in the expanded 48-team tournament. “Thanks to the players for their efforts and the fans for their support,” Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu…

A Tesla store in Alhambra, California on March 11, 2025.Frederic J. Brown | AFP | Getty ImagesAs Elon Musk wraps up his second month in the White House, Tesla owners are trading in their electric vehicles at record levels, according to an analysis by national car shopping site Edmunds.The data from Edmunds published on Thursday said that March represented “the highest ever share” it had seen for Tesla trade-ins toward new or used cars from dealerships selling other brands.Since heading to Washington, D.C. in January as a central figure in the second Trump administration, Musk has been slashing the federal workforce…

This image transmitted through quantum-secured communication between China and South Africa in a data transmission experiment shows the experimental site at Stellenbosch University, South Africa. (University of Science and Technology of China/Handout via Xinhua)HEFEI, March 20 (Xinhua) — An international team led by Chinese scientists have realized quantum-secured communication across over 12,900 kilometers between China and South Africa.Using the Jinan-1 micro-nano satellite and compact ground stations, this new breakthrough in quantum technology demonstrates the potential for secure quantum communication on a global scale.In an international first, the team led by the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) enabled…

Listen to article Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs, Rana Sanaullah, stated on Thursday that the government would not object if the courts decide to release incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. The statement comes as PTI prepares for a nationwide protest campaign after Eidul Fitr, aiming to challenge what it calls a “stolen mandate” and push for the rule of law, constitutional supremacy, and the release of political prisoners. Adding to the political pressure, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman also announced that his party is planning to protest against the federal government’s policies after…

Jordan beat Palestine, while Iran defeat Kuwait as pair keep pressure on group leaders South Korea in Group B.Jordan beat the Palestinian national team 3-1 to consolidate the second qualification spot for the 2026 World Cup in Group B of the Asian qualifiers. Yazan Al Arab opened the scoring in the third minute at Amman International Stadium in Jordan’s capital, with Abdallah Nasib doubling the advantage only eight minutes later. Tamer Seyam pulled one back for Palestine just after the half-hour mark but Mousa Al Ta’mari completed the scoring and sealed the match for Jordan in the third minute of…