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The Biden administration just announced $16.4 billion to upgrade the Northeast Corridor’s rail infrastructure – here’s why that’s going to impact a lot of people. The Biden administration’s Infrastructure Law, which passed in November 2021, earmarked $66 billion for rail investment – the most significant (and well overdue) investment in passenger rail since Amtrak was

The lead singer of a popular Liverpool band has died aged 26.  Sean Martin was the frontman of indie pop group The Night Cafe. In a post on Instagram on Monday morning, the band said they were “devastated” by Sean’s death. Instagram This content is provided by Instagram, which may be using cookies and other

The legendary Jeep Wrangler is going electric. We will also see an all-electric Grand Cherokee roll out in the next few years. A tentative labor agreement between Jeep’s parent company, Stellantis, and the UAW revealed several new EV models due for production. UAW President Shawn Fain released new labor contract details, including historic wage increases,

An awkward exchange between Sky Sports F1’s Martin Brundle and Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) ended with the American rapper giving the interviewer a firm thumbs down. A clip of Mr Brundle interviewing the artist on the grid in Sao Paulo ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix yesterday has been the subject of discussion on social

Honda is taking a page out of just about every other major automotive manufacturer’s playbook by debuting its first electric bicycle, the Honda e-MTB Concept. The bike was just shown off at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo, where it joined several other futuristic and/or brand-widening debuts from other leading Japanese motorcycle companies and automakers.

The Beatles’ last song has become their 18th number one single. Now And Then was written and recorded by John Lennon in New York in the late 1970s, before being developed by the other band members, including George Harrison, in 1995. Lennon’s wife Yoko Ono had given the recording to the remaining Beatles the previous

Here at Electrek we have spent countless hours undertaking detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through those thousands of miles of riding, we’ve gotten to know these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That dedication to real world e-bike testing has helped us find the best electric bicycles

Tesla’s Cybertruck is finally hitting the road at the end of this month, but it was spotted today in a special color – matte black, the first time we’ve seen the Cybertruck in anything other than basic unpainted stainless steel. We’ve technically seen the Cybertruck with other wraps, but those were mostly camouflage or jokes

Madonna and Dua Lipa will reportedly headline Glastonbury Festival next year – the first time two female artists have featured in the premier spot. They will be joined on the Pyramid Stage by Coldplay, according to the Mail on Sunday, which said Madonna would close out the festival on Sunday. Dua Lipa will headline on

Rumours Madonna, Dua Lipa and Coldplay will headline Glastonbury next year are “untrue”, according to the festival’s organiser. On Saturday evening, the Mail on Sunday reported the three acts were set to top the bill on the Pyramid Stage in June. But Glastonbury co-organiser Emily Eavis said the story was not correct. She wrote on

If you’re planning on hitting the lake or oceanfront on your own electric catamaran, I’ve stumbled upon one you may want to check out. It’s part of our weekly Awesome Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week column, so I don’t recommend actually trying to buy one, but it’s still fun to look at! In

Magician David Berglas, one of the most influential of the 20th century, has died aged 97. Also known as the International Man of Mystery, he was the first magician to have his own programme on British television, Meet David Berglas, in 1954. He appeared frequently on TV and radio over six decades and became a

Matthew Perry has been laid to rest in Los Angeles – with all five of his Friends co-stars attending the service. The actor’s funeral took place at a cemetery less than a mile away from the studios where the hit sitcom was filmed. Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer, Matt LeBlanc and Lisa Kudrow were

Energy storage leader BLUETTI has debuted its latest innovations just in time for your fun fall outdoor excursions – check out the AC2A and the AC70. The cool, crisp air of fall pulls us outdoors, but before you head out for weekend camping trips, cozy cabin getaways, or tailgate parties, you need to bring a

Kia is asking its dealers to avoid markups on the new EV9 electric SUV. The automaker says its first three-row electric SUV is garnering “significant consumer interest” as it’s expected to hit dealerships by the end of the year. After opening orders for the EV9 last month, Kia America’s VP of sales, Eric Watson, said

The music video for The Beatles’ “final song”, featuring unreleased footage of the band, has been released. The track, Now And Then, was released yesterday and features all four Beatles. Now the music video, directed by three-time Oscar winner Peter Jackson, has given fans unseen footage of the legendary band’s early days. Now And Then

Brian Cox says the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to replicate an actor’s image and use it forever is “identity theft” and should be considered “a human rights issue”. The Scottish star, who is best known for playing Succession patriarch Logan Roy, was speaking at the premiere of the James Bond inspired quiz show 007:

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Yes, you read that right. An EV inspired by the sleek, hydrodynamic maneuvering of the tuna fish. What a time to be alive. Chinese automotive brand Chery has unveiled a new concept it claims to be the world’s most aerodynamic car, designed using AI simulation. Do you see the similarities to a Bluefin? Have a

The Glastonbury ticket sale has been delayed by two weeks. “This is to ensure that everyone who would like to buy a ticket is registered and therefore eligible to purchase one,” festival organisers said. “Unfortunately, it has come to light that some individuals hoping to buy tickets for 2024 have discovered after Monday’s registration deadline