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Mullen Automotive has absorbed yet another fellow EV start-up. Today’s acquisition includes Electric Last Mile Solutions, or ELMS, which filed for bankruptcy in June. Mullen received court approval last week to acquire ELMS’s Indiana manufacturing facility, its inventory of EVs, and all its intellectual property. Mullen Automotive ($MULN) is a Southern California-based EV start-up founded
Mercury-nominated artist Self Esteem has said that while artists should think about ticket prices for shows amid the cost of living crisis, there is often no other way to make money in the industry. She was speaking to Sky News at Tuesday night’s Mercury Prize, where her album Prioritise Pleasure was nominated for the prestigious
On 21 October 2021, Halyna Hutchins turned up to the Bonanza Creek Ranch in New Mexico, the set of the western film she was working on with star Alec Baldwin, for what should have been a normal day at work. Hutchins, who was Ukrainian, was considered a rising star in her field, having moved to
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Among the highest paid actors in the world and widely considered as one of Hollywood’s nice guys, Dwayne Johnson is often asked whether he would think about running for president. But when he is visiting the UK – and with the country in just a spot of political turmoil at the moment, it’s fair to
Are you looking for a way to get around the city this fall without using any gas or oil, but can’t afford to pick up a full e-bike, then we have a solution. Razor’s UB1 seated electric scooter lets you ride around without gas or oil and is on sale for $333 right now. Down
As the MOBO Awards celebrate the milestone of turning 25, founder and chief executive Kanya King has told Sky News her focus is on “doubling down” to ensure the music industry is providing opportunities on and off stage for people of all ethnicities and classes. “You are now starting to see directors and chair people, just
The manager of a New York restaurant who banned James Corden for “abusive” behaviour has said “all is forgiven” after the British TV host reportedly apologised. Keith McNally, manager of the Balthazar in Manhattan, said Corden was a “hugely gifted comedian” but a “tiny cretin of a man” as he posted details on Instagram of
GM’s luxury brand Cadillac has shared a multitude of new details surrounding the upcoming Celestiq sedan it has been teasing for over a year and a half now. Cadillac is describing the Celestiq as its most technologically advanced and most luxurious vehicle ever, and it just may be its most expensive as well. Here’s the
While you might not be thinking about picking up a mower right now, we have a deal that might change that. Greenworks’ 48V 20-inch cordless electric mower will be perfect come springtime, and the included 4Ah 24V batteries work with other tools from the brand. But, the real start of the show here is the
Gangs Of London has found an unlikely fan in the Albanian prime minister, as it returns to screens later this week. The Sky thriller, which has a body count that rivals that of Game Of Thrones, is back for a second season on 20 October, treating fans to more political intrigue, more bloody gun fights,
Members of K-pop band BTS are to fulfil their requirement to do military service in South Korea, their representatives say. Label Big Hit Music said members of BTS are “honoured to serve” their country. The band – RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook – will reconvene “around 2025” following their service commitment,
Mercedes-Benz has flooded the newswire today, sharing multiple press releases surrounding its EV technology. Today’s news includes more granular details relating to its upcoming EQE SUV, as well as first images and specs for the Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV that will soon join it. There is A LOT to unfold here, so let’s hop right in..
Whodunnit movie Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery has closed this year’s London Film Festival with stars telling Sky News how pleased they are the industry is back in full swing following the pandemic. The follow-up to the 2019 hit Knives Out sees Daniel Craig reprising his role as detective Benoit Blanc. “It’s just wonderful
Former CEO and founder of Nikola Motors Trevor Milton has been found guilty on three of four counts of fraud in federal court today. Milton was charged with two counts of securities fraud and two counts of wire fraud, pertaining to statements he made while he was acting chairman and CEO of Nikola. Although Nikola
Sir John Major has rubbished The Crown’s reported depiction of Charles trying to force the Queen’s abdication during his time in office as “damaging, malicious fiction”. The next series of the Netflix show is said to include scenes of the then Prince of Wales, played by Dominic West, briefing Sir John (Jonny Lee Miller) against
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I’ve had plenty of fun dumpster-diving through Alibaba’s online electric car catalog over the last few years, finding odd and futuristic EV gems for this weekly column. But never before have we seen something quite so elegant looking as this early automotive era replica, complete with all the bells and whistles you could possibly ask
Robbie Coltrane’s daughter has shared a touching picture of the pair together, following his death aged 72. Alice McMillan posted the photo of her hugging her father on Instagram on Saturday, accompanied by a black heart emoji. Coltrane is survived by Alice and her brother Spencer, their mother Rhonda Gemmell and his sister Annie Rae.