Volkswagen Group sales fell 8.6 percent overall in the second quarter of the year and are down 6.3 percent for the year. Sales declined in China, which offset positive results in North America and Europe. Volkswagen Group plans to halve its portfolio to remain competitive. The situation once again looks serious for Volkswagen Group. The
VW Group is streamlining its portfolio by 50 percent. The number of alternative devices available is decreasing by 75 percent. Annual production capacity will drop to nine million units. We’ve known that things were bad at Volkswagen Group for some time, but the severity of the situation is shocking. In a worrying press release issued
Receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is considered a prestigious honor in the entertainment industry. The honor symbolizes an artist’s longevity, achievements and overall influence in their respective fields. Queen Latifah became the first hip-hop artist to receive the star when she was honored in 2006. He paved the way for the
It’s another great week for the labor movement in publishing, at small presses and big. As of this afternoon, the University of Chicago Press Workers Guild (UCPWG) has won its union election, with a majority of the group’s 134 members voting to become a unit. Chicago News Guild. In a decisive victory, 89% of workers
Let’s say that during my twenties, all I did – literally – was write; All I could do was hope that my parents would read this, see me, grow up and care. Let’s say that during my twenties, I published three books in three genres and each time, my life got significantly worse. When book
The statement from VW Group does not necessarily refute the rumors. All brands sitting under the corporate umbrella will have to ‘change deeply.’ The automotive group admitted that its “business model no longer works.” It feels like Porsche’s decision to move away from the Bugatti remake went largely unnoticed, when it really shouldn’t have. It
When it comes to rock music, there are some groups that seem as if they have a legacy that puts them in a different stratosphere. U2, Led Zeppelin, The Eagles, Pink Floyd, and of course, The Beatles, are rock bands that have extensive catalogs with massive album sales and Billboard achievements. Another band that is
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Jude Bellingham broke down Panama’s resistance and England’s doubts alike, but defensive weaknesses and lame wing play are threatening to undermine World Cup ambitions. Jude Bellingham’s tireless brilliance and a clinical Harry Kane finish helped England top Group L with a 2-0 win over Panama in New Jersey on Saturday. However, the scoreline concealed a
Lionel Messi will not play a key role in Argentina’s final group stage clash – causing shock among fans and rivals alike as the reigning champions prepare to face Jordan without their talisman in the starting lineup. Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has taken the bold decision to rest the 39-year-old icon for their final