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The $34 million facility consolidates the carmaker’s US research, development and technical operations, and follows last year’s decision to relocate its North American R&D headquarters from Long Beach, California. Mercedes-Benz has officially opened its new technology centre in Atlanta, a $34 million development that company leaders say will create hundreds of jobs and bring together several research and development functions under a single roof. The opening fulfils a plan Mercedes-Benz announced last year to relocate its North American research and development headquarters from Long Beach, California, to Atlanta, a move the company said would allow its various teams to work…

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder after the former Conservative minister and Reform UK figure was found dead at her Dartmoor home, with the exact cause of death still unconfirmed. Ann Widdecombe, the 78-year-old former Conservative minister who went on to become a prominent figure in Reform UK and a well-known television personality, was found dead at her home on Dartmoor yesterday. A 26-year-old white British man has since been arrested in connection with her death as police pursue a murder investigation. It is understood that Widdecombe was discovered with a serious head injury and covered in…

Officials say the reservoir near Brighton, Colorado, will remain closed to launching boats for the rest of the season, as reduced snowpack run-off and irrigation demands lower water levels across the state. This situation underscores the importance of water conservation as communities navigate the challenges posed by changing climate conditions. Visitors to Barr Lake State Park can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities beyond boating, including birdwatching, hiking, and picnicking. The park is home to numerous bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers, especially during migration seasons. Additionally, the scenic trails around the lake provide excellent opportunities for…

Frederick Kumi, better known online as Abu Trica, denies defrauding elderly Americans through an AI-assisted romance scam, as his lawyer raises constitutional concerns over how the extradition was carried out. Many are following the developments in the Ghana Influencer Abu Trica Extradited to US Over $8M Romance Scam closely. The case of the Ghana Influencer Abu Trica Extradited to US Over $8M Romance Scam is a clear example of international fraud. Ghana Influencer Abu Trica Extradited to US Over $8M Romance Scam A Ghanaian social media personality known online as Abu Trica has been extradited to the United States to…

Police in Baltimore County are searching for a suspect after a boy, nine, and his 15-year-old sister were found shot dead in their Gwynn Oak home on Tuesday evening. Two children have been found shot dead inside a home in the Gwynn Oak area of Baltimore County, with police now searching for a suspect and offering a $2,000 reward for information. According to Baltimore County Police, the children’s parents arrived home at around 7.30pm on Tuesday and discovered that their son and daughter, aged nine and 15, had been shot; officers who attended the scene confirmed both children were dead.…

A Nottingham Crown Court jury found Michael Thompson, 56, guilty of raping and murdering his estranged wife, Kimberley, and staging her death to look like suicide. Michael Thompson, 56, has been found guilty of raping and murdering his estranged wife, Kimberley Thompson, 43, following a six-week trial at Nottingham Crown Court. According to a Northamptonshire Police press release and the BBC, jurors returned their verdict on Wednesday and also convicted Thompson on two counts of perverting the course of justice, over his attempts to conceal both the rape and the murder. Detective Chief Inspector Torie Harrison, who led the investigation,…

The Emmy winner told a post-show discussion that co-star Jin Ha helped her understand the toll performing in Proof was taking on her body during the early weeks of the run. Ayo Edebiri has revealed that starring in the Broadway revival of Proof left her with pounding headaches and unexpected weight loss during the opening weeks of the production. The actress made the comments during a discussion following the Tuesday, 7 July performance at the Booth Theatre, hosted by the mental health charity Project Healthy Minds — an event attended by PEOPLE. According to PEOPLE, Edebiri said she could not…

The former Manchester United boss, unveiled by AC Milan on Wednesday, used his first public comments since being sacked to apologise to supporters and acknowledge errors made during his time in the role. Ruben Amorim has apologised to Manchester United supporters and conceded he got things wrong during his time as head coach, in his first public remarks since he was dismissed six months ago. The 41-year-old addressed his Manchester United exit as he was officially unveiled as AC Milan’s new head coach on Wednesday. According to the Daily Mail, Amorim told a half-hour press conference, conducted in English, that…

Footage of an officer striking a man pinned to a platform at Cabramatta station has divided opinion, with police saying the six-second clip shows only part of an incident that began with reports of a knife – and a Greens MP calling it “violence with impunity”. This incident has raised significant questions about police conduct and the appropriate use of force in situations involving mental health crises and public safety. Understanding the context of such interactions is crucial in addressing public concerns regarding policing methods. The public’s perception of law enforcement is often shaped by media portrayals of police actions.…

American forces have begun what they describe as a series of powerful strikes against Iran, in retaliation for attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz — as mourners in Tehran attend a state funeral for former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The United States has begun launching what it describes as “a series of powerful strikes” against Iran, US Central Command has announced, saying the action is intended to impose heavy costs on Tehran for targeting commercial shipping crewed by civilians in an international waterway. The strikes follow a sharp escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran…