American actor Mark Hamill, known for his role as the Jedi, Luke Skywalker, held an online meeting with Ukraine’s defenders. The UNITED24 ambassador listened to their stories, discussed their need for UAVs — including RQ-35 Heidrun reconnaissance drones, for which he is raising funds, and said he’d love to visit to Ukraine after the war.… Continue reading UNITED24 ambassador Mark Hamill met online with the Ukrainian military: “I am a pretend warrior in the movies. But you are the real heroes of a real war”
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Global Mobility Call is set to become the European launchpad for sustainable mobility business leadership
On 12-14 September 2023, companies from the United Kingdom are invited to join Global Mobility Call which coincides with the Spanish Presidency of the European Union. In this context, Global Mobility Call will host two major events organised by the Spanish Government, bringing together representatives of European ministries and business leaders and the world’s main… Continue reading Global Mobility Call is set to become the European launchpad for sustainable mobility business leadership
WITHANAGE TRUST INVESTS $200M INTO PARK LANE
LONDON, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Withanage family, who were investors in the BMB Group and Scepter Capital, have partnered with Colley Hospitality, led by industry veteran Bruce Colley, to launch a series of investment vehicles to develop luxury brands in the hospitality industry. The Withanage family has invested $200m as the management company commitment… Continue reading WITHANAGE TRUST INVESTS $200M INTO PARK LANE
Global Mobility Call is set to become the European launchpad for sustainable mobility business leadership
On 12-14 September 2023, European companies are invited to join Global Mobility Call which coincides with the Spanish Presidency of the European Union. In this context, Global Mobility Call will host two major events organised by the Spanish Government, bringing together representatives of European ministries and business leaders and the world’s main regulatory bodies. MADRID,… Continue reading Global Mobility Call is set to become the European launchpad for sustainable mobility business leadership
Hitting the Books: Why nobody knows Hiram Maxim, inventor of the incandescent lightbulb
One detail that’s often omitted from modern founders myths is whether or not said scion of capitalist success actually invented the thing they’re famous for inventing. Just like Elon Musk didn’t invent electric vehicles so much as be the first to successfully market them to the American public, Thomas Edison’s contributions to the advent of… Continue reading Hitting the Books: Why nobody knows Hiram Maxim, inventor of the incandescent lightbulb
Apple’s 12.9-inch iPad Pro with M2 drops back to its all-time low
At $1,000, the 128GB tablet is $100 off Apple’s list price. All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. Some of our stories include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. All prices are correct at the… Continue reading Apple’s 12.9-inch iPad Pro with M2 drops back to its all-time low
Ford BlueCruise: UK’s first legal hands-free driving tech arrives
Hands-free driving has been legal in the UK since 2021, but Ford has won the race in becoming the first manufacturer to offer the technology to customers – although it does come with some caveats. Ford’s new BlueCruise technology allows drivers to remove their hands from the steering wheel on certain ‘pre-mapped’ motorways in the… Continue reading Ford BlueCruise: UK’s first legal hands-free driving tech arrives
London ULEZ expansion: Sadiq Khan faces court battle over plans
The High Court will preside over a legal challenge to Sadiq Khan’s proposed extension to the London ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) in July, after making a judgement allowing a court case to proceed. The London boroughs of Hillingdon, Bexley, Bromley and Harrow, along with Surrey County Council, launched the court action challenging mayor Khan’s proposal… Continue reading London ULEZ expansion: Sadiq Khan faces court battle over plans
New BMW XM 50e: entry-level super SUV announced
While we were busy processing the new XM Label Red, BMW snuck out another derivative of its range-topping SUV – the 50e. BMW only released a short teaser video on the new car to confirm its imminent arrival but we already have plenty of background information. The 50e is pitched as the entry-level model within… Continue reading New BMW XM 50e: entry-level super SUV announced
Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversario twins debut
Hot on the heels of the recently updated Giulia and Stelvio, Alfa Romeo has now revealed the flagship Quadrifoglio models initially to be available in this special 100th Anniversario form. Just like the standard models, the new Quadrifoglios have a few tech updates here and there, but also feature more significant mechanical changes that should… Continue reading Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversario twins debut