Elon Musk faces empathy test as Tesla eyes mainstream sales
Tesla and Elon Musk defend against critics amid injuries and customer fatalities linked to Autopilot, challenging the shift from niche status to mass market. Analysts say a warmer, more relatable approach could aid broader appeal as competitors offer cheaper EVs.
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Homan exits Trump immigration drive for retirement
Thomas Homan, longtime head and interim director of ICE, announces departure from the Trump administration amid Senate confirmation hurdles over aggressive enforcement. A roundup of other items notes George H W Bush’s continued hospitalization, Detroit freed from state oversight after bankruptcy, and a migrant caravan awaiting processing at the San Diego border.
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First Americans Reach Everest Summit
USA SNAPSHOTS from Redmond Washington reports Redmond residents became the first Americans to stand atop Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, reaching 129 028 feet above sea level.
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Battle lines form over possible Kennedy Supreme Court vacancy
Liberal and conservative groups prepare for a Kennedy retirement. Activists hold strategy sessions, craft persuasive messages, and target moderate senators. If Kennedy steps down, a conservative nominee could tilt the court for decades, amplifying pressure on lawmakers and shaping rights debates nationwide.
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Slowdown in U S air quality gains noted in new study
A new study finds progress in reducing air pollution has slowed significantly in the United States, with nitrogen oxide cuts dropping from 2011 to 2015 and carbon monoxide improvements weakening. Scientists warn cleaner air remains challenging despite overall health gains.
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