The North Pulse Team

LG Energy Solution Takes Full Ownership of Windsor Battery Plant

The landscape of Canada’s automotive future shifted dramatically on 06 February 2026, as Stellantis announced the sale of its entire 49 per cent stake in the NextStar Energy battery plant in Windsor, Ontario. The South Korean partner, LG Energy Solution, will acquire full ownership of the facility for a reported sum of US$100. The move […]

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LG Energy Solution Takes Full Control of Windsor Battery Plant

WINDSOR, ON — In a major shift for Canada’s burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) supply chain, South Korea’s LG Energy Solution (LGES) has acquired full ownership of the NextStar Energy battery plant in Windsor. The deal, announced Friday, 06 February 2026, sees automaker Stellantis exit the joint venture by selling its 49 per cent equity stake

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Alysa Liu’s Epic Olympic Comeback: From Retirement to Milan 2026 Glory

As the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics officially commence, American figure skating sensation Alysa Liu has completed one of the most remarkable turnarounds in the sport’s history. Just two years after walking away from the ice at age 16, the reigning World Champion is back on the Olympic stage, leading Team USA’s “Blade Angels” with

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Matthew Stafford Wins NFL MVP: Is the Rams Star Set to Retire?

SAN FRANCISCO — In a career defined by resilience and prolific passing, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has reached the pinnacle of individual achievement. On Thursday night, 05 February 2026, the 37-year-old veteran was officially named the NFL Most Valuable Player for the 2025 regular season at the NFL Honors ceremony. Stafford secured the

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Southern Ontario Braces for -40°C Wind Chill and Friday Clipper Alert

Southern Ontario is currently locked in its most significant cold snap in over a decade, with meteorologists warning of a high-impact “Alberta clipper” set to arrive Friday, 6 February 2026. While Wiarton Willie recently predicted an early spring, the immediate reality for residents is a dangerous combination of arctic air, 90 km/h wind gusts, and

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Hornets vs Rockets Odds and Preview: Can Charlotte Extend Their Streak?

The Charlotte Hornets (23-28) travel to the Toyota Center tonight to face the Houston Rockets (31-18) in a cross-conference clash that pits one of the league’s hottest teams against a Western Conference powerhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. local time (8:00 p.m. ET) on 05 February 2026. Game Preview: Streaks and Standings The Hornets

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Carney Scraps EV Mandate for New $5,000 Rebates: What You Need to Know

In a significant pivot for Canada’s automotive landscape, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Thursday, 05 February 2026, that the federal government is scrapping the controversial electric vehicle (EV) sales mandate in favour of a multi-billion dollar incentive-based strategy. The new national automotive strategy, unveiled in Vaughan, Ontario, replaces the previous Liberal administration’s requirement that

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Japan Cherry Blossom Festival Cancelled: 2026 Forecast and Travel Alert

The 2026 cherry blossom season in Japan is facing an unprecedented crisis as the global phenomenon of “overtourism” clashes with one of the country’s most sacred cultural traditions. While the first blooms of the year are already appearing in southern regions, the headlines are dominated by the sudden cancellation of one of Japan’s most iconic

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Canada Scraps EV Mandate: New $5,000 Rebates and Cheaper Models Coming

Prime Minister Mark Carney has officially dismantled Canada’s controversial electric vehicle (EV) sales mandate, replacing the strict quotas with a $2.3 billion EV Affordability Program and a return to direct consumer cash incentives. The announcement, made on 05 February 2026, marks a significant pivot in Canada’s automotive strategy. The previous federal mandate, which would have

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Raptors Trade Ochai Agbaji to Nets to Land Chris Paul and Duck Tax

The Toronto Raptors have officially moved 25-year-old wing Ochai Agbaji to the Brooklyn Nets as part of a high-profile three-team trade finalized on 04 February 2026. The deal, which also involves the Los Angeles Clippers, brings veteran point guard Chris Paul to Toronto while serving as a strategic salary-clearing move for the Raptors ahead of

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