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This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 8 MADRID (AP) — President Joe Biden opened his three-day visit to a NATO summit Tuesday by pledging to beef up the American military presence in Europe as he denounced Russia’s Vladimir Putin for trying to “wipe out” Ukrainian culture in the ongoing war in eastern Europe. Biden, in talks with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, detailed plans to increase the number of Navy destroyers based in Rota, Spain, from four to six. Biden said the move was one of multiple announcements that he and NATO allies would make to help bolster the alliance in the region during the summit. Biden arrived in Spain for the NATO summit amid an intense barrage of Russian fire across Ukraine— including a horrific missile attack on a shopping mall in Kyiv on Monday— and growing weariness over the grinding war that is battering the global economy. “Sometimes I think Putin’s … [Read more...] about Biden, NATO to beef up force posture amid Russian aggression

India aims to improve car safety standards and will raise the speed in its crash tests as better roads increase the likelihood of faster vehicles being involved in accidents and adding to one of the world's worst car-crash death tolls. The Road Transport Ministry has produced a 197-page draft  outlining its plan to establish a new safety rating system. The draft is expected to be finalised over coming weeks. With roads improving, Indian cars are going faster and so they have to be tested at higher speeds in line with international standards, said a government official involved in the reform. "Road safety rules in India need to be at par with the world," said the official, who declined to be identified as he is not authorised speak to the media. "It is essential to increase the crash test speed," the official said. Under the ministry's proposal, the speed at which a car undergoes a crash test will be raised to 64 km per hour (40 mph), in line with a global standard, from 56 … [Read more...] about India To Increase Car-Crash Test Speed To Reflect Faster Traffic

Netflix is looking to Asia after its shock first-quarter slowdown, seeking to both maintain growth in the one region where it's still adding subscribers and replicate its success there in other parts of the world. Despite plans to curb overall spending, investment in Asia will keep growing, including financing for the production of local films and series, Tony Zameczkowski, vice president of business development for Asia Pacific, said in an interview. While Netflix will continue to offer low-price, mobile-only membership across Asia, it's also seeking more partnerships with wireless operators and digital payment companies to reach more potential customers in a region where credit card use is less common, he said. The company's Asia strategy is informing moves in other emerging markets, where the platform must also grow to balance out saturation in North America and Europe. "Asia is a great proxy for other markets in the world," said Zameczkowski. "There are similarities between … [Read more...] about Netflix’s plan to fix its subscription crisis starts in Asia

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 8 MADRID (AP) — President Joe Biden said Wednesday that the U.S. will significantly increase its military presence in Europe for the long haul, including by establishing its first permanent presence in Poland, to bolster regional security after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Meeting with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg at the opening of the alliance’s annual leaders' summit in Madrid, Biden said “NATO is strong and united" and that steps to be taken during the gathering will “further augment our collective strength.” The White House said Biden's commitments mean the U.S. will maintain a presence of 100,000 troops in Europe, up 20,000 from the levels before the Ukraine war began, for the “foreseeable future.” Biden opened his participation in the summit by announcing the permanent basing of a U.S. military garrison in Poland. He also said the U.S. is … [Read more...] about US to boost military presence in Europe for Russia threat

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 8 STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - Kelsie Whitmore always wanted to play in the major leagues. She did not always want to admit it. "Are you sure?" people would respond, after they asked what she wanted to do. Even at an early age, she knew what they really meant: "You know you can't do that, right?" They would, and still do, tell her how hard she would have to work, as if a girl who played baseball with the boys from the moment she started Little League didn't know that already. She knew they thought she probably couldn't do it. In fairness, they had never seen anyone try. Whitmore was never afraid that that skepticism would make her question whether she belonged. As the first woman to start a game in the Atlantic League, an independent circuit, she had never exactly blended in. But she has stood in the same outfield as former major leaguers, tracking and … [Read more...] about Kelsie Whitmore is the first woman to play in the Atlantic League, and she knows what is possible and what isn’t

Listen to this article The Ford Bronco Raptor and Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 are apex predators. They are the most powerful models for Ford and Jeep in the off-road-focused SUV segment. Both have over 400 horsepower and a litany of upgrades for conquering roads less traveled. But what about a paved drag strip? We sincerely hope owners of the Wrangler 392 and Bronco Raptor enjoy their vehicles off-road, as that's what they were built for. But you know there will be tarmac-based showdowns from time to time, and The Fast Lane Car offers a glimpse of how those encounters will likely go down. By now you should know the competitors, which means you'll know the Wrangler's naturally aspirated 6.4-liter Hemi V8 engine holds a significant power advantage. It makes 470 horsepower (350 kilowatts) compared to 418 hp (312 kW) from the Bronco's twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6. On paper, it shouldn't even be close. Gallery: 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor First Drive 36 … [Read more...] about Ford Bronco Raptor Drag Races Jeep Wrangler 392 For SUV Supremecy

Listen to this article It was June 2019 when Kia expanded its high-riding global lineup with the introduction of the Seltos. It wasn't until November the same year when the model celebrated its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show before going on sale in the first quarter of 2020. Fast forward to today, the compact crossover is already getting a substantial update – especially inside the cabin – to remain fresh in a hugely competitive segment. Changes start on the outside where the Seltos gets reworked headlights with new LED daytime running lights and discreetly updated vertical fog lights. Kia also changed the look of the front skid plate while the mesh grille seems a bit bigger now after moving the silver trim piece from the center to the bottom. At the back, a light bar has been added to give the illusion of a wider vehicle while the taillights have a sharper configuration. The red reflectors have been repositioned into the plastic cladding of the bumper … [Read more...] about 2024 Kia Seltos Facelift Debuts With New Lights And Revamped Cabin

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 26 MENDON, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri Department of Transportation plan released this year cited a need to improve safety at the rail crossing where an Amtrak train and a dump truck collided, resulting in the deaths of two passengers and the truck driver. The crossing in a rural area near Mendon in western Missouri, about 84 miles (135 kilometers) northeast of Kansas City, has no lights or other signals to warn of an approaching train. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief was traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago Monday afternoon when it struck the truck and derailed at the crossing. An Amtrak spokeswoman said injured passengers were taken to eight hospitals. At least 60 people were hurt, according to officials at many of those hospitals. The Missouri State … [Read more...] about State urged safety upgrades for site of fatal Amtrak wreck

Listen to this article It’s the end of the road for the Chevrolet Spark EV , as the manufacturer has decided to end its production. TheDetroitNews reports General Motors has confirmed the last examples of the electric vehicle have rolled off the assembly lines in summer 2016 – and production won’t be restarted. The Spark EV was launched back in the summer of 2013 and was offered in California and Oregon for $27,495 with Missouri joining in spring of 2015. The car was available at select dealers in the three states with a 36-month lease plan at $199 per month with $999 due at signing. In April 2015 the price of the base model was lowered by $1,650 , but the vehicle is no longer available on the official site of the brand. More about the Spark EV: In early 2015 GM introduced the all-electric Bolt and then said it’s not supposed to serve as a replacement for the Spark EV. But, apparently, that’s not the case, as the Spark EV was stopped just a couple … [Read more...] about Chevy Spark EV cancelled as Bolt takes over