SUMMARY: Toyota is expanding its electric vehicle (EV) and battery production in China through a new partnership with the Shanghai government. A new company will be established in Shanghai’s Jinshan district, aiming for an annual output of 100,000 Lexus EVs by 2027 and creating 1,000 jobs. Additionally, Toyota will build a $14 billion battery facility in North Carolina, creating 5,000 jobs, with shipments starting in April. This initiative responds to increasing EV demand in China and global sustainability concerns. Toyota also reported a 61% profit increase for its fiscal third quarter, boosting its profit forecast for the year.

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SUMMARY: Scientists have used satellite tracking to gain insights into the early life stages of sea turtles, addressing long-standing knowledge gaps about their “lost years” between hatching and coastal return. Researchers, led by Kate Mansfield, tagged 114 young turtles in the Gulf of Mexico, discovering that these turtles actively swim rather than passively drifting with currents, contradicting prior beliefs. The study revealed varied movements between shelf waters and open ocean, highlighting the turtles’ decision-making abilities. This research enhances understanding of the Gulf’s role in the lives of four endangered sea turtle species, marking a significant advancement in marine biology.

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SUMMARY: A group of families with transgender children, supported by PFLAG and GLMA, filed a lawsuit against President Trump’s executive order halting federal funding for gender-affirming health care for those under 19. The legal challenge, filed in Baltimore, follows Trump’s directive to stop support via federally run health programs. Kristen Chapman, a plaintiff, expressed distress as her daughter’s care was abruptly canceled due to the order. The ACLU and Lambda Legal seek to block the directive, which contrasts sharply with the previous administration’s policies supporting transgender rights. The situation reflects a broader trend of legislative action against transgender healthcare in various states.

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