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Down icon An icon in the shape of a downward angle. BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu signed a contract to build the new factory with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Anadolu/Getty Images BYD is stepping up efforts to gain global dominance in electric vehicles. The Chinese EV maker has signed a deal to build a $1 billion factory in Turkey.This could give BYD a way to avoid tough EU tariffs on Chinese EV makers. BYD is stepping up efforts to gain global EV dominance.The Chinese electric vehicle giant, which briefly overtook Elon Musk’s company last year to become the world’s largest…

The preserved body of an American climber who went missing 22 years ago while climbing a snowy mountain in Peru has been discovered. Ice melting due to climate changePolice announced this on Monday.William Stample was reported missing at age 59 when his climbing team was caught in an avalanche on Mount Huascaran, which is more than 22,000 feet above sea level, in June 2002. Search and rescue efforts were unsuccessful.Peruvian police said his body was eventually discovered by melting ice in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range in the Andes. Images released by police showed Stampfl’s body, clothing, harness and boots…

Delegates at the conference marking the 30th anniversary of China’s internet connection put up a brave show despite U.S. tech restrictions, underscoring China’s determination to become self-sufficient in artificial intelligence (AI) and future internet technologies.The China Internet Conference, a three-day event that kicked off on Tuesday, will feature exhibits by mainland state-owned enterprises, with speakers highlighting the country’s achievements and advantages in internet development.China’s internet over the past three decades was built on funding and technology from the U.S., but as the global tech sector polarizes, China is pinning its hopes on domestic advances, according to speeches and exhibits at…

ISLAMABAD: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Representative Filippo Grandi met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday to discuss the situation of millions of Afghan refugees who have been living in a precarious situation since Islamabad announced plans last year to repatriate what it calls “illegal foreigners.” According to Dawn newspaper, during his meeting with Grandi, Sharif called on the international community to recognize the “burden of Afghan refugees” Pakistan is carrying and show “collective responsibility” to address the issue. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) arrived in Pakistan on Sunday for a three-day visit. “The prime…

A new American tennis star is on the rise.Emma Navarro pulled off a major upset, defeating world number two Coco Gauff in straight sets in the fourth round on Centre Court on Sunday night to reach the Wimbledon quarterfinals.The USA TODAY app gives you instant access to the core news. Download award-winning articles, crosswords, audio storytelling, e-newspapers and more.It’s a remarkable progression for Navarro, who only recently began her professional career, enjoyed success in college and at the majors and will be making a breakthrough year in 2024 as she seeks to become the first player ranked 19th in the…

WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris could narrowly defeat President Donald Trump in November’s presidential election, according to a new national poll by a Democratic pollster.The poll, conducted by Bendixen & Amandi, gives Harris a one-point lead, beating Trump 42% to 41%. The poll showed 12% were undecided and 3% supported a third-party candidate. The margin of error was plus or minus 3.1 percentage points.Other Democrats who have been mentioned as possible candidates to replace Biden in the 2024 presidential election would fare much worse against Trump: Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer would lose 36% to 40%, and California Governor Gavin…

Models like Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber are rarely spotted by the paparazzi outside of highly coordinated and highly impressive outfits, usually designed by the likes of Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, and The Row. But the models’ Instagram posts speak to a different style, one that’s more casual and relaxed, where both Jenner and Bieber are not only seen wearing similar off-duty uniforms, but the exact same thing: denim overalls. And Bieber has once again pulled out his favorite pair.Fresh from a press tour for the opening of Lorde’s Pocket pop-up in New York, the expectant mom, who’s worn looks…

The Maharashtra Assembly elections are scheduled to be held in October this year. Uddhav Thackeray. File photo Your browser does not support HTML5 audio of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackeray The upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections will be a fight against betrayal and a fight to protect the self-respect of Maharashtra, the state’s Speaker on Tuesday said, news agency PTI reported. Uddhav Thackeray was addressing party workers on the occasion of the formal joining of Pune-based political leader Vasant More, who was earlier with the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), into the Shiv Sena (UBT), PTI reported. Vasant More…

Top 5 businesses most likely to succeed in 2024Getty Starting a business requires a strategic approach. With countless industries to choose from, it is important to pick one in which you have a high chance of success. Identifying and understanding the key factors that contribute to the long-term survival and profitability of a business will help you make an informed decision. Whether you choose to capitalize on a growing market trend like pet services or consulting, or choose a stable, demand-driven industry like laundromat or vending, the right choice can lay the foundation for a thriving entrepreneurial journey. Careful planning,…

Kids across Hartford got a chance to escape the heat Monday while still getting plenty of exercise — all thanks to a new program called Hartford Night Gym. Four public gyms will be opening on summer evenings, allowing kids to take advantage of athletic training and all the perks the facilities have to offer. From dribbling down the court to sprinting across the goal line, hundreds of kids hone their athletic skills or take up a new sport at Hartford Gym Nights. “I want to improve myself and get better at basketball,” said 12-year-old Christian Lee. More than 470 children…