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  • June 17, 2026
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ATF 2026 unveiled as Africa pushes for education transformation

Education Minister, Dr. Tunji Alausa Over 1,500 participants from across Nigeria and other African countries are expected in Abuja for the 2026 Africa Teachers Festival (ATF). The festival, themed “Celebrating Teachers, Transforming Africa’s Future,” will hold from August 17 to 22 at the Nigerian Army Conference Centre and Suites in Asokoro, Abuja. Unveiling the…

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  • June 17, 2026
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Rivian Lays Off Hundreds Of Workers A Week After R2 Launch

Rivian is laying off about 2% of its workforce just as its new R2 begins to hit the streets. This equates to around 300 workers. Rivian says the restructuring is necessary for growth. Just after getting the much-hyped R2 out the door, Rivian is laying off hundreds of workers. The layoffs, which were first reported by The…

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  • June 17, 2026
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EV Connect Launches Turnkey EV Charging Bundle for Hospitality Properties

EV charging has become the top booking driver on Hilton.com — outperforming pools and free breakfast. For hospitality properties that haven’t yet deployed charging, that gap is now a competitive liability. That’s why EV Connect and ACSgo have partnered to launch a new all-in-one hospitality charging bundle — a complete solution that includes hardware,…

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  • June 15, 2026
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Report highlights $4bn EV charging investment opportunity across emerging economies – EnviroNews – latest environment news, climate change, renewable energy

– Advertisement – Joint analysis by C40 Cities and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) outlines practical pathways for emerging-market cities to scale charging infrastructure and accelerate electric mobility adoption A new report launched by C40 Cities and the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC), in collaboration with The Climate Pledge through the Laneshift…

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  • June 14, 2026
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THE BATTERY SHOW: BASF brings polyisobutene binder to next-generation battery production – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

BASF has introduced Oppanol N PLUS, a polyisobutene binder for next-generation EV batteries including solid-state cells. Acting in the cathode, anode, or electrolyte, it flexes with charge cycles and stays chemically inert. BASF highlights narrow specifications and 20kg pack sizes. The binder is presented at The Battery Show Europe, Stuttgart. BASF has introduced Oppanol…

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  • June 14, 2026
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The ninth-gen Toyota Hilux goes electric with a first body-on-frame BEV

Toyota has introduced the ninth‑generation Hilux, and with it the most significant evolution in the pickup’s 55‑year history: the model’s first battery‑electric variant. Arriving alongside a new 48V mild‑hybrid diesel and with a hydrogen fuel‑cell version confirmed for 2028, the latest Hilux range is offered exclusively in Double Cab form and marks Toyota’s first…

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  • June 13, 2026
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Can You Claim Expenses for Charging Your EV at Home? | Vital EV Investigate

Yes, you can claim expenses for charging your EV at home. But like most financial matters, there are quite a few rules and guidelines behind this relatively simple question! The number one rule is that electricity used for personal journeys cannot be claimed as a work expense. Business trips and employer-related travel are acceptable…

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  • June 11, 2026
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B2U and Waymo partner to give autonomous EV fleet batteries a second life

B2U Storage Solutions has announced a strategic supply agreement with autonomous driving pioneer Waymo, to repurpose batteries from their fleet of electric vehicles once retired from automotive use. The used battery packs will be installed into battery energy storage systems interconnected to the electric grid, and will provide grid services in electricity markets from…

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