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The Hardest Reservation in China Is a Factory Tour
Xiaomi’s electric-vehicle plant is more difficult to get into than some competitive colleges. Tiger moms and influencers vie for an edge. Source link
Chevron Charts a New Path in Venezuela to Unlock Vast Oil Reserves
The country says its proved oil reserves top 300 billion barrels which, if true, would make its bounty the world’s largest. Source link
U.S. Strikes in Venezuela Disrupt Air Traffic Across Caribbean
Flights are canceled at Puerto Rico airports, and delays are expected for air travel across the region. Source link
How a $3 Grocery Bag Became an International Status Symbol
From Seoul to Melbourne, the canvas carrier is the latest marker of being well-traveled, in-the-know and part of a global conversation. Source link
News Quiz for Jan. 3, 2026
News Quiz for Jan. 3, 2026 Source link
Behind the Making of MrBeast’s Larger-Than-Life Game Show
“Beast Games” is back with a second season on Prime Video, after its first ended in controversy. Source link
Inside Elon Musk’s Optimus Robot Project
The billionaire has bet Tesla’s future on humanoids, which for now rely on human helpers. Source link
The Genius Whose Simple Invention Saved Us From Shame at the Gas Station
On a rainy day in Detroit, a Ford engineer got confused, then soaked—and inspired. It took decades before he got any credit. Source link
Opinion | Washington State’s Tax Blitz
Higher taxes led to more spending and deficits, so now Democrats are raising taxes again. Source link
Opinion | Trump’s Action Was About More Than Fuel Economy
Like the president himself, it represents a reaction against decades of governmental nonsense. Source link