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The Hyundai Santa Fe's recent redesign is a sure hit, and the Korean automaker hopes to keep the momentum going with an upcoming overhaul of the larger 2026 Hyundai Palisade three-row SUV. We've seen prototypes testing that we suspect are a little bigger than the current model and adopt some exciting new design language, and now the Korean side of the automaker's operations has released the first fully-revealed images of the next-gen Palisade online for us to further inspect. Hyundai hasn't said much about the next-gen Palisade yet, beyond the Korean site releasing images of the fully-revealed SUV online now. The entire front end looks to be either entirely part of the grille or lighting elements, with massive stacked daytime running lights flanking what looks like four other lighting units surround an otherwise pretty normal grille opening. We also notice a little lower mustache of what could be active aerodynamic shutters or otherwise some sort of design dart, but we can't help but think of Salvador Dali (or John Waters). 2026 Hyundai Palisade Korean first look 4 In profile, the DRLs wrap around for a striking graphic framing device for the rest of the massive vehicle, with a large blacked-out greenhouse running over an otherwise mostly flat side surface, with squared-off indents around the wheel wells. A new, large chrome element strikes up from the very rear pillar and shoots across the top of the greenhouse toward the windshield. The roof has another dark, black or body-colored (it's not totally clear in these images) layer above the chrome piece, and then chrome again on the dramatic roof rails. The rear end squares off rather neatly and uneventfully at the back, with again those bright graphic lighting elements wrapping around to frame the SUV in profile. 2026 Hyundai Palisade Korean first look 10 Sign up for Print Magazine Subscriptions today! Sponsored Content Sign up for Print Magazine Subscriptions today! Motor Trend Group | Sep 5, 2024 If we ever questioned the top-trim luxury of the Palisade before, it looks doubtful we'll be as questionable for this new generation, given the svelte look at the interior we've gotten here so far. What's likely the rather common (for Hyundai these days) double 12.3-inch screen setup looks like it could be installed here, framed in rounded layers of beautiful tan leather elements. We spy plenty of physical buttons retained from the current model, which is welcomed, as well as a wireless phone charging pad, cupholders, and plenty of USB-C ports. Expect the next-gen Palisade to show up a little later in 2025 as a 2026 model year, with more details to come.

MUMBAI, Dec 4 (Reuters) - Young, well-to-do Indians’ booming appetite for live entertainment is attracting global music stars as they seek out new audiences in the world’s most populous nation. Dua Lipa and Maroon 5 performed in India's financial capital Mumbai in the past seven days, while Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, Shawn Mendes and Green Day have concerts planned over the next three months. "We've been listening to these artists online for years so seeing them in real life is quite exciting," said Aseem Khan, a 23-year old from Bhopal in central India, as he queued with three friends to see British-Albanian pop star Dua Lipa. Advertisement · Scroll to continue Report this ad About 20,000 people went to the Mumbai concert. Like Khan, many were in their early to mid 20s, and had travelled from across India to see the show. Two-thirds of the country's 1.4 billion po[CENSORED]tion is under the age of 35. Performances are a great way to spend "a weekend with multiple groups of friends as everyone is going to concerts these days," Khan said. Affluent, globally connected Indians are driving the demand, according to executives at event management and ticketing firms.

Real Madrid are once again sweating about the form of the team, after their fifth defeat of the season to Athletic Club. Carlo Ancelotti had a brief reprieve following three straight Liga wins, but losses to Liverpool and Athletic Club have once again set debates into motion over his future. mls logo Major League Soccer Loading official content Continue watching Los Blancos rarely tend to replace managers during the season, but already know their three immediate alternatives if they were to do so: Raul Gonzalez, Santiago Solari or Zinedine Zidane. However Cadena SER say there is a reluctance to see any of them in charge due to drawbacks with all three, which should strengthen Ancelotti’s job security. They are already planning for the arrival of Xabi Alonso in 2025, and Zidane would not accept a return on a short-term contract until the end of the season. Sporting Director Solari could take over on a temporary basis, as he did unsuccessfully in 2018, but that would make it clear to the squad that it was a short-term fix, and that Alonso would be arriving. That then runs the risk of seeing players drop their level for a lengthy spell until the end of the season. The final alternative is Castilla manager Raul. He has been patient in the role, and is currently in his sixth season managing the club’s academy talents, but the club fear that he might do too well in the role. Given his po[CENSORED]rity with the Real Madrid fanbase, were he to be a success, it could be difficult to remove him and appoint Alonso. Recently it has been denied that Alonso has made up his mind on his future, but it is widely expected both in Spain and in Germany that the Bayer Leverkusen manager will be in charge at the Santiago Bernabeu next season. He is out of contract next summer, and there has been no talk of a new deal.

Strong winds will continue to hit the UK on Sunday in the wake of Storm Darragh, which left two men dead and thousands without power. A yellow weather warning for wind remains in place for England and Wales into Sunday evening. Gusts of 35-45mph inland and 70mph in coastal areas are expected, with further travel disruption and some power cuts possible. Dozens of flood warnings are in place across the UK due to river levels swelling after days of downpours. While conditions are expected to improve into the new week, more rain and wind is forecast for millions on Sunday. It comes after the Met Office issued a rare red weather warning for wind, as Storm Darragh led to gusts of up to 96mph recorded on Saturday. The conditions led to two deaths during the storm when trees fell on vehicles in Lancashire and the West Midlands in separate incidents. More flooding is expected on Sunday, with 54 warnings for riverside communities in place. Another 136 less severe flood alerts have also been issued by the Environment Agency. In Wales, which is still recovering from flooding caused by Storm Bert last month, nine flood warnings and 19 alerts are in force. Previous warnings in Scotland have now been downgraded. 2:29 Weather forecast as Storm Darragh brings wind and rain The Energy Networks Association said on Saturday evening that 259,000 customers were still without power across England, Scotland and Wales, with work to restore supplies ongoing overnight. Northern Ireland Electricity Networks said more than 15,000 properties were without power on Saturday evening and warned it may take days for supplies to be fully restored. At the storm's peak, more than 95,000 premises were affected. Disruption to train travel is also set to continue on Sunday, with National Rail warning passengers to check their journeys before travelling. It said there is likely to be "significant disruption" to services in south-west Scotland, north and south-west England and Wales. Several operators were reporting problems on Sunday morning, including power lines damaged by downed trees. Speed restrictions are in place on some routes. The M48 at Severn Bridge between England and Wales is expected to be closed until midday, according to National Highways. BBC Weather Watchers/Serena A fallen tree blocks a canal in Gnosall, StaffordshireBBC Weather Watchers/Serena A fallen tree blocks a canal in Gnosall, Staffordshire While strong winds continued to be forecast on Sunday, Storm Darragh is set to pull away south-eastwards, meaning conditions will not be as extreme as they were on Saturday. For much of Wales, south-west England and Northern Ireland, Sunday is expected to be dry, turning sunnier later in the day. Scattered wintry showers in Scotland are expected to ease through the afternoon. Heavy rain is set to continue across north-east England, where a yellow warning for rain is in place until 09:00, but will ease later. Rain is also expected in across eastern, central and south-east England. A northerly wind means Sunday will feel cold and a frost is expected to develop overnight for many. Storm Darragh was the fourth named storm of the season following Bert and Conall last month. 1:24 Planes wobble at Heathrow during Storm Darragh Storm Darragh in pictures: Fallen trees, crushed cars and crashing waves Man dies as tree falls on van in storm School roof blown of

Thousands of stray dogs are being killed across Morocco, according to animal welfare organizations, as part of the country’s bid to host the 2030 Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup. If Morocco’s bid to co-host the games with Portugal and Spain is successful, campaigners estimate that up to three million dogs could be killed in the lead-up to the tournament. King Mohammed VI gave a royal order to end Morocco’s decades-long massacre of homeless dogs and cats in 2019. Despite this, authorities allegedly continue to kill the animals, with the police often ignoring incidents, according to the International Animal Coalition (IAC). The IAC, who have launched a campaign to end the killings, claims that dogs are being poisoned with strychnine, administered through bait or injections. The group also released footage this week, showing dogs being hunted down, violently seized with metal clamps, and thrown onto trucks on top of other animals. They are then transported to facilities where they are killed using inhumane methods, including beatings. Gunmen also reportedly roam the areas with rifles and pistols to shoot the animals, leaving those who do not die immediately to bleed out. The dogs all end up in mass graves, many while still conscious. In cities like Marrakech and Agadir, campaigners estimate that between 60 and 70 dogs are being killed every other day. “For years, the Government of Morocco has shown no remorse for any of its actions, hoping that its ‘ugly secret’ remains hidden from international eyes,” Les Ward, the Chair of the IAC told The Mirror. “Dogs, street and owned that form part of the fabric of Morocco, are treated like garbage to be disposed of by any means. Children that witness the killings are being traumatized. Calls and protests by growing numbers of Moroccan people are ignored and often met with harassment and intimidation.” FIFA will vote on Morocco's proposal to co-host with Spain and Portugal on December 11, but IAC is urging the football association to reconsider Morocco’s bid unless conditions are included to prohibit the inhumane methods currently being used to kill stray dogs. The coalition warns that without such measures, the situation for the animals will get even worse if the bid is approved. 0_Image_20241016_104947_144jpeg copy.jpg 0_Image_20241016_104947_080jpeg copy.jpg “FIFA has been presented with the evidence about what is going on yet has refused to act,” said Ward. “The killings have centred around proposed tournament venues and reach a peak before FIFA site visits. This is unacceptable and something many football fans will be furious to learn. FIFA must act now to stop the cruel dog killings in Morocco. Until this happens, Morocco should be suspended as a co-host.” Species Unite has reached out to FIFA, the Moroccan Football Federation, and the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in the United States for comment.

This time of year, it’s an occupational hazard for the Auto Express team to be cornered by friends, colleagues or family asking for advice about buying a new car. It’s the second most dreaded question after “What’s your favourite car?”. That one is tricky because the answer changes with your mood – like your favourite song. Best electric cards header image Best electric cars 2024: the top 20 EVs you can buy today The pitfalls of the “What Car Should I Buy?” question are slightly different – partly because you know you’ll cross paths with that person again once they’ve bought their new car. But the problem is mainly that, in many cases, they’ve already got an idea of what they want – or may even have decided – and are looking for an expert to validate their choice, rather than advise. It’s a mistake you only make once. A few years back, my father-in-law asked what I thought of the Chrysler 300C. And it was only after a minute or so of listening to my honest and not massively complimentary opinion that he dangled a shiny Chrysler key fob under my nose. There’s no digging yourself out of that hole. Believe me, I tried. With time, it gets easier to spot the people who want you to endorse the choice they’ve already made. In which case you find positive things to say, unless they’re making a stinker of a decision. There aren’t many really bad choices these days, so it’s not worth telling someone they’re wrong if their heart and mind are set. And if they feel good about a car and it makes them happy, then they’ve made the right move. But for the ones who are truly unsure about, and in many cases baffled by, the options, you switch on your work brain. There is a stock answer. A brief poll in the Auto Express office concluded that it’s generally whichever Skoda best suits their needs. In other words, a practical, sensibly priced car that generally ranks well in the Driver Power customer satisfaction survey. You end up asking people questions they hadn’t considered about how they use their car – whether they need something as big as they think they do, and increasingly if an EV might fit their lifestyle, especially with the way prices for used examples have fallen within reach. The elephant in the room is always how much they will spend, but if they’re flexible and patient, the right car will normally emerge in the end. It’s always fun shopping with someone else’s money, and especially satisfying when you can guide them into a smarter choice. Just don’t mention the 300C round the Barker Christmas dinner table. Thinking of buying a new car? Click here to get a great deal with the help of the Auto Express experts...

Fabian Schär stuns Liverpool to snatch late Newcastle equaliser in thriller Louise Taylor at St James' Park Wed 4 Dec 2024 21.55 GMT Share As a smile spread slowly across his face, Mohamed Salah kissed the club crest adorning his rain sodden red shirt. The Egyptian’s ninth goal in seven Premier League games, and second on the night, had not merely reinforced Liverpool’s title challenge but strengthened the case for offering a forward who, right now, could probably walk unaided on the River Nile, a lucrative contract extension at Anfield. Not that Salah was the only man improving his negotiating position as Fabian Schär’s late equaliser ensured one of the games of the season, if not the decade, ended with honours even as Arne Slot’s league leaders’ winning run was finally halted. Much of that was down to Newcastle’s outstanding Alexander Isak. For much of an enthralling evening the Sweden striker eclipsed even Salah, scoring a fine opener and creating Newcastle’s second as Eddie Howe’s players remembered that they, too, can play a bit. Newcastle 3-3 Liverpool, Arsenal 2-0 Manchester United and more: Premier League clockwatch – as it happened Read more Newcastle began as if incessant repetitions of Howe’s mantra – “intensity is our identity” – were echoing in their ears. It meant that, with his Liverpool teammates struggling to recapture their familiar fluidity and fluency, Caoimhin Kelleher was quickly called to arms, saving smartly from Sandro Tonali following Anthony Gordon’s fine left wing delivery. After a disappointing defeat to West Ham here and an underwhelming draw at Crystal Palace Newcastle had raised their game in the manner that a side invariably at their best in counterattacking mode tend to do whenever high calibre opposition visit Tyneside. On an evening when Trent Alexander-Arnold initially rested his legs on the visiting bench, Jarell Quansah certainly looked a little uneasy as Gordon appeared on a mission to show Slot precisely why he was the subject of an ultimately collapsed transfer to Anfield last summer. Not that Salah looked remotely daunted as he engaged in an intriguing duel with Lewis Hall. The former’s blocked cross prefaced Alexis Mac Allister unleashing a half volley that drew an impressive save from Nick Pope. When Mac Allister’s next strike grazed a post Howe’s touchline agitation amplified but then Isak cleverly played Jacob Murphy in and the recalled right winger’s shot also brushed an upright. Like Salah, Isak wants a new club contract but until Wednesday night he underwhelmed this season. All that changed in the blur of movement embracing Isak’s collection of Bruno Guimarães’s reverse pass and ensuing imperious swivel that saw Virgil van Dijk turned in a style Slot’s key centre half is unaccustomed to. All that remained was for Isak to defy Kelleher courtesy of a viciously dipping and swerving shot dispatched into the top corner from around 20 yards. Mohamed Salah scores Liverpool’s third goal against Newcastle View image in fullscreen Mohamed Salah scores Liverpool’s third goal against Newcastle. Photograph: Owen Humphreys/PA Suddenly Kelleher seemed to be standing between Newcastle and a bigger lead as his saves repeatedly spared teammate’s discomfort. If Gordon really should have beaten him after dodging Joe Gomez with consummate ease no one could really argue that the injured Alisson’s stand-in did not deserve a touch of good fortune. By now it was easy to understand why Slot had warned his players that Newcastle at St James’ Park represented a tougher task than going toe to toe with Real Madrid or Manchester City.

Paris 2024 Olympics - Breaking - B-Girls Pre-Qualifier Battle - La Concorde 1, Paris, France - August 09, 2024. Snoop Dogg holds a baton to signal the official start of the competition. REUTERS/Angelika Warmuth/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab LONDON, Dec 4 (Reuters) - France's Publicis (PUBP.PA), opens new tab has enlisted Snoop Dogg, the American rapper who became a breakout star at the Paris Olympics, to help it celebrate overtaking British rival WPP (WPP.L), opens new tab as the world's largest ad group in 2024. Snoop Dogg was seen everywhere at the Olympics, from carrying the torch to dressing in riding gear at equestrian events and cheering on gymnasts and athletes, in his role as a special correspondent for U.S. network NBC. Advertisement · Scroll to continue Report this ad Appearing with the rapper in the group's annual "The Wishes" video message, Chairman and Chief Executive Arthur Sadoun said "Mister Snoop" took over Paris in the summer and he was now helping "our little French holding company, Publicis, get ready for 2025". "That's right - what's Publicis holding? I don't know - but what I do know is that Americans, Brits and French have been competing to see which holding company is the top dog," Snoop Dogg said in the video. "And this year, Publicis has overtaken them all. Les Numeros One." Advertisement · Scroll to continue Report this ad Publicis has gained market share this year in contrast to peers facing sluggish growth. The parent of agencies Leo Burnett and Saatchi & Saatchi has been growing faster than the other three major holding groups - WPP (WPP.L), opens new tab, Interpublic (IPG.N), opens new tab and Omnicom (OMC.N), opens new tab - helped by the targeted ad capabilities of its Epsilon Unit, powered by a huge amount of consumer behaviour data. For the first nine months of 2024, Publicis reported net revenue of 10.11 billion euros. WPP, for decades the world's number one, reported equivalent revenue less pass-through costs of 8.36 billion pounds or 10.08 billion euros. Analysts expect Publicis to come in at 13.9 billion euros for the full year, according to Visible Alpha Consensus. WPP is forecast to report revenue less pass-through costs of 11.4 billion pounds, or 13.7 billion euros, according to a company-compiled consensus.

Orange County Supervisors continue grappling with how to examine themselves and the bureaucrats that failed taxpayers on the heels of an FBI raid on former Supervisor Andrew Do’s house and his ensuing guilty plea on bribery charges. It all stems from relaxed contract oversight in a county government that manages a $9.5 billion budget for roughly 3.2 million residents. Ironically, this Friday marks the 30th anniversary of the 1994 OC bankruptcy – a similar oversight failure that shocked the nation and spurred a host of thoughtful reform proposals at the time – all eventually thwarted by politicians, bureaucrats and special interests. Today, much like the wake of the 1994 bankruptcy, it’s no easy task facing county supervisors. How do these apex politicians check themselves? Especially since they keep asking the same executive team that was dominated by Do and remains under fire for shoddy oversight on a mounting list of contracts and vendors. Over the past decade, again under Do’s leadership, county officials became adept at instituting the veneer of transparency. Independent agencies, like Performance Audit and the Auditor Controller were gutted while others – the Office of Independent Review – were given mandates that run counter to their public billing. Can Government Agencies Investigate Themselves? For more immediate proof of how county bureaucrats avoid finding things, consider the directives from a few months back and how one key review already got trimmed back. On the heels of Do’s admission of corruption in his public plea, Supervisors authorized a series of actions to flesh out how lax contract oversight triggered millions in losses on COVID contracts – losses now tied up in local courts. [Read: Santana: Are Reforms and Transparency Coming to Orange County?] Yet at a recent public meeting in late November, county supervisors found out their internal auditors didn’t plan to look over every one of $200 million in COVID contracts – a review supervisors publicly ordered in September to much fanfare. Supervisor Katrina Foley speaks at the Orange County Board of Supervisors meeting on Aug. 27, 2024. Credit: ERIKA TAYLOR, Voice of OC Instead, the county’s internal auditors announced under questioning they were only looking at a sampling of contracts. That’s not what Supervisor Katrina Foley called for back in September – something she called out county executives about during the public meeting. The episode calls into question whether government bodies can investigate themselves. Independent Reviews Flesh Out Pathways to Reform Look what Anaheim city leaders found – and Irvine city leaders avoided – when they authorized an investigation into themselves in the wake of FBI affidavits: A review that painted a very ugly picture of influence peddling at city hall. [Read: What Does Another Corruption Scandal Mean for Orange County?] While Anaheim leaders didn’t like the investigation results going public, the experience did drive the most far-reaching transparency reforms ever at that city hall. It led to what city leaders now say is Orange County’s most transparent city – mainly because of more public gift disclosures, expanded lobbyist registration, publishing calendars online and the appointment of an ethics officer who oversees compliance with transparency laws, like campaign finance disclosures. Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento has become the loudest proponent of an outside investigation into the county Hall of Administration, saying the only bright side of the current scandal is that it offers taxpayers a unique opportunity for reform. “There is this moment in time, to be able to ask some very profound questions about whether these abuses were isolated or a systemic problem,” Sarmiento told me in a recent interview. “That’s my question,” Sarmiento said, adding, “We have to ask that now.” Just like the fleeting window of reform during the bankruptcy decades ago, Sarmiento warns, “This moment will pass.” County Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento, left, at the Orange County Board of Supervisors meeting on Aug. 27, 2024. Credit: ERIKA TAYLOR, Voice of OC Sarmiento – who also recently led board authorization of an outside review at the county’s health plan for the poor and elderly, CalOptima – sees more of a process like what Anaheim experienced rather than just internal audit reviews. [Read: Anaheim’s Own Look at City Hall Finds Disneyland Resort Businesses Improperly Steer Policymaking] Yet not everyone sees value in an outside investigation. Supervisor Katrina Foley bristles at the comparison to Anaheim, saying the city had to go with independent investigators because it doesn’t have its own audit departments like the county does. Yet Anaheim does have an Audit Division, which sits in the City Manager’s office – a chief executive who was also detailed in the 353-page corruption probe conducted by independent investigators. [Read: Fear and Loathing at Anaheim City Hall: Working Under the Gun of Retribution] “I think it’s appropriate to have an external review of the audit that we have done,” Foley said, adding she values an outside look but is concerned about timing. “I don’t want to impede our litigation,” Foley said, referring to county lawsuits against two nonprofits implicated in the FBI probe. [Read: Orange County Sues County Supervisor’s Daughter and Nonprofit Over Missing COVID Money] “It’s important because we have to get the money back,” Foley said referring to about $10 million in contract funds misspent. Supervisor Don Wagner argues against overreacting and establishing a bunch of new agencies and initiatives that don’t actually target the problem.

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President-elect Donald Trump nominated former state House lawmaker Scott Turner to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development on Friday night, the first Texan to find a seat in Trump’s second Cabinet. Don't miss San Antonio Report's latest election coverage. Sign up for the Bexar County Ballot, a special edition newsletter. 🗳️ Email(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email Turner previously represented Frisco in the Texas House from 2013 to 2017. He also served as executive director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council in the first Trump administration. If Turner wins confirmation, he will be in charge of leading HUD and advising the president on housing-related issues. After graduating from the University of Illinois, Turner played in the NFL for several years for the then-Washington Redskins, the San Diego Chargers and the Denver Broncos. In 2006, he made a failed bid for Congress in California before winning his seat in the Texas Legislature in 2012, where he served until 2017. Sponsors help underwrite our nonprofit journalism. Sponsor today. In 2015, Turner challenged former Texas House Speaker Joe Straus for the gavel but was unsuccessful. He later declined to seek re-election. Turner is a founder of the Community Engagement & Opportunity Council, which is focused on helping communities in America through sports, mentorship, and economic opportunity, and serves as a chair at the Center for Education Opportunity at America First Policy Institute, a Trump-aligned think tank. “Scott will work alongside me to Make America Great Again for EVERY American,” Trump wrote in a statement. Other Texans who have been nominated for positions in Trump’s administration are: former U.S. Rep. John Ratcliffe for CIA director; Elon Musk for Department of Government Efficiency; and Tulsi Gabbard, a former U.S. representative for Hawaii and current Leander resident, for director of national intelligence. This article originally appeared in The Texas Tribune, a member-supported, nonpartisan newsroom informing and engaging Texans on state politics and policy. Before you go...

Belgium has announced a ban on dolphinariums, in a positive sign of progress that shows governments around the world continue to move away from keeping the marine animals in captivity. The country had previously announced that no new dolphinariums would be allowed to be built, and also imposed a ban on the breeding and import of dolphins. Now, the Flemish minister for Animal Welfare Ben Weyts has strengthened the legislation with a complete and permanent ban on dolphinariums in the country. The Boudewijn Seapark in Bruges is the country’s last remaining dolphinarium. Weyts explained that the facility must permanently close by 2037, with the extended grace period designed to help allow the current operators time to cover their investment and account for its current animals. “The story of dolphins in captivity in Flanders will end for good by 2037 at the latest," Weyts said in a statement, reports national media. The minister has reportedly told animal welfare groups that the closure could happen much sooner. Brussels-based animal advocacy group GAIA (Global Action in the Interest of Animals) was among those who welcomed the news. “This is a historic moment for all animal rights activists,” said Michel Vandenbosch, Chair of GAIA. “Ending the captivity of these sensitive and intelligent animals is not only a step forward for animal welfare but also a strong message to society: animals should not suffer for our entertainment, and captivity has no place in our modern world. Dolphinariums must come to terms with this”. The victory comes after a decades-long fight from activists who had been calling for an end to dolphin captivity in the country since the 1990s. The campaign for a dolphinarium-free Belgium received broad support over the years, including from renowned wildlife figures like ethologist Jane Goodall and Richard O’Barry, the former trainer of Flipper who now advocates for captive marine animals. Dolphins are still used to perform in shows in the US and around the world. I n a gesture of collaboration, GAIA says that it has proposed to transfer Boudewijn Seapark’s last remaining dolphins to a sanctuary. Possible “retirement” homes for the dolphins could include a planned marine sanctuary on the Greek island of Lipsi. Such sanctuaries typically incorporate large, protected, designated areas in real-world oceans where formerly-captive marine animals can live the remainder of their lives in more natural environments. The sanctuaries are a relatively new development in marine wildlife care, but have already shown some groundbreaking successes, including the relocation of a pair of beluga whales who once performed at an aquarium in China to the world’s first open-water sanctuary for belugas in Iceland’s Klettsvik Bay. With its latest ruling, Belgium joins a list of countries which have a permanent ban on dolphinariums, including India, Costa Rica, Chile, Croatia, Slovenia, and Cyprus. Currently in the US, there is no law against dolphinariums or keeping dolphins in captivity. According to animal welfare group In Defense of Animals, dolphins “suffer tremendously” in captivity with little mental stimulation while in barren and stale tanks. In the wild, dolphins experience vast distances and natural stimulation as they travel up to 60 miles per day to hunt and play with other dolphins in their pod. Share on facebook Share on Twitter We Have A Favor To Ask… Species Unite amplifies well-researched solutions to some of the most abusive animal industries operating today. At this crucial moment, with worldwide momentum for change building, it’s vital we share these animal-free solutions with the world - and we need your help. We’re a nonprofit, and so to keep sharing these solutions, we’re relying on you - with your support, we can continue our essential work in growing a powerful community of animal advocates this year.

Antonio Filosa to join group led by Chairman John Elkann Automaker faces sliding US sales, overcapacity in Europe Stellantis NV appointed executives including North America boss Antonio Filosa to a committee taking over from ousted Chief Executive Officer Carlos Tavares, as the automaker works to fill a leadership void. The group will be headed by Chairman John Elkann and shape decisions at the company until a new CEO is found, Stellantis said Monday in a statement, confirming an earlier Bloomberg News report. Members also include purchasing chief Maxime Picat, who will oversee China and the Leapmotor International venture, and Chief Financial Officer Doug Ostermann. Antonio Filosa Photographer: Etienne Laurent/AFP/Getty Images Former Stellantis CFO Richard Palmer was appointed as special ... Learn more about Bloomberg Law or Log In to keep reading: Stellantis appointed executives including North America boss Antonio Filosa to a committee taking over from ousted CEO Carlos Tavares, as the automaker works to fill a leadership void. Get FREE access now! Subscribe and get access to articles, videos, and more. Register for FreeRegister for Free Subscribe TodaySubscribe Today View all subscription optionsView all subscription options Already a subscriber? LoginLogin Featured Stories TitleHyundai, Kia set November U.S. sales records behind crossovers, hybrids, EVs ImageHyundai, Kia set November U.S. sales records behind crossovers, hybrids, EVs TitleAs CEO Tavares leaves Stellantis, market speculates on successor ImageAs CEO Tavares leaves Stellantis, market speculates on successor TitleJaguar shows future design direction on Type 00 concept ImageJaguar shows future design direction on Type 00 concept TitleGM offloading ownership in 1 of 4 battery plants as EV demand lags