Latest news with #AN
Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
France launch probe after ‘ultra left anarchist gang' claim responsibility for blackout that left 160k without power
IN DARKNESS France launch probe after 'ultra left anarchist gang' claim responsibility for blackout that left 160k without power Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN 'ultra-left anarchist gang' has claimed responsibility for a blackout that plunged 160,000 homes into darkness on the Côte d'Azur – just hours before the Cannes Film Festival awards show. French prosecutors in Grasse and Draguignan have now launched a probe into suspected sabotage after a shadowy statement was posted online by the group. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 AN 'ultra-left anarchist gang' has claimed responsibility for a blackout in France Credit: BFM TV In the anonymous release the group said: 'We sabotaged the main electrical substation supplying the Cannes metropolitan area and cut down the 225 kV line coming from Nice.' They claimed the dramatic blackout was a deliberate attempt to cripple key infrastructure including research centres, start-ups, an aerospace factory, the local airport, and military and technological hubs. Thousands of homes in the iconic French Riviera were left in darkness from around 10am on Saturday until the blackout was resolved at 4.30pm local time. The suspected saboteurs wrote they targeted the region 'on the eve of the Cannes Film Festival awards ceremony and gala evening' in what appeared to be a political statement, BFM TV reports. Authorities have yet to verify the authenticity of the claims. An initial arson attack struck an electrical substation in Tanneron, in the Var region, at around 2.45am on Saturday, weakening the power grid. Hours later, a high-voltage pylon in Villeneuve-Loubet was discovered sawed through – further destabilising the network and triggering widespread outages. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
The Irish Sun
25-05-2025
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
France launch probe after ‘ultra left anarchist gang' claim responsibility for blackout that left 160k without power
AN 'ultra-left anarchist gang' has claimed responsibility for a blackout that plunged 160,000 homes into darkness on the Côte d'Azur – just hours before the Cannes Film Festival awards show. French prosecutors in Grasse and Draguignan have now launched a probe into suspected sabotage after a shadowy statement was posted online by the group. Advertisement 1 AN 'ultra-left anarchist gang' has claimed responsibility for a blackout in France Credit: BFM TV In the anonymous release the group said: 'We sabotaged the main electrical substation supplying the Cannes metropolitan area and cut down the 225 kV line coming from Nice.' They claimed the dramatic blackout was a deliberate attempt to cripple key infrastructure including research centres, start-ups, an aerospace factory, the local airport, and military and technological hubs. Thousands of homes in the iconic French Riviera were left in darkness from around 10am on Saturday until the blackout was resolved at 4.30pm local time. The suspected saboteurs wrote they targeted the region 'on the eve of the Cannes Film Festival awards ceremony and gala evening' in what appeared to be a political statement, Advertisement Authorities have yet to verify the authenticity of the claims. An initial arson attack struck an electrical substation in Tanneron, in the Var region, at around 2.45am on Saturday, weakening the power grid. Hours later, a high-voltage pylon in Villeneuve-Loubet was discovered sawed through – further destabilising the network and triggering widespread outages. Advertisement Most read in The US Sun Exclusive More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos . Like us on Facebook at
Miami Herald
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Pablo Guanipa arrested amid election tensions
The Nicolás Maduro regime arrested opposition leader Juan Pablo Guanipa — a close ally of opposition figure María Corina Machado — early Friday morning, accusing him of orchestrating a terrorist network allegedly planning to sabotage regional elections scheduled for Sunday. Maduro's Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello announced the arrest in a televised address on Venezolana de Televisión. 'We are dismantling a terrorist and conspiracy network against our country, the elections, and the peace of our people,' Cabello said. Guanipa was detained as part of a broader operation that, according to Cabello, has led to the arrest of 38 individuals, including 21 Venezuelans and 17 foreigners. Authorities allege the group was involved in plotting attacks on infrastructure such as gas stations, hospitals, and transportation and power systems. Cabello credited the arrest to community tips and cooperation among civilians, police and the military. 'We have captured one of the leaders of this powerful and shadowy terrorist group,' he said. Among items reportedly seized were agendas, electronic devices and documents allegedly linking Guanipa to international funding and plans for violence. Officials also referenced supposed efforts to boycott the elections, backed by foreign actors and criminal networks. However, the government has yet to present public evidence supporting the accusations. Independent access to the detainees or their legal counsel has not been granted. In a prerecorded video released by the opposition after his arrest, Guanipa stated that he might be 'unjustly imprisoned, but never defeated.' 'Brothers and sisters, if you are seeing this, it is because I have been kidnapped by the forces of Nicolás Maduro's regime,' Guanipa said. 'For months, I, like many Venezuelans, have been in hiding to maintain my safety. Regrettably, my time in hiding has come to an end. As of today, I am part of the list of Venezuelans kidnapped by the dictatorship.' Guanipa, the former first vice president of the National Assembly (AN, Parliament), is, along with Machado, a key figure defending Edmundo González Urrutia's claimed victory in the presidential elections of July 28, 2024. According to recent polls, nine out of 10 Venezuelans believed that González won the election, obtaining twice as many votes as Maduro. This opinion is shared by several countries, including the United States. Venezuelans are scheduled to elect governors and new Congress officials this Sunday, but most polls predict a very low turnout due to a lack of faith in the regime's electoral system.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Why AutoNation (AN) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Taking full advantage of the stock market and investing with confidence are common goals for new and old investors alike. While you may have an investing style you rely on, finding great stocks is made easier with the Zacks Style Scores. These are complementary indicators that rate stocks based on value, growth, and/or momentum characteristics. Different than growth or momentum investors, value-focused investors are all about finding good stocks at good prices, and discovering which companies are trading under what their true value is before the broader market catches on. The Value Style Score utilizes ratios like P/E, PEG, Price/Sales, and Price/Cash Flow to help pick out the most attractive and discounted stocks. AutoNation, Inc. is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States. Apart from retailing new and used vehicles, the company offers vehicle maintenance and repair services, vehicle parts, extended service contracts, vehicle protection products, and other aftermarket products. In addition, it arranges financing for vehicle purchases through third-party sources. AN sits at a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), holds a Value Style Score of A, and has a VGM Score of A. Compared to the Automotive - Retail and Whole Sales industry's P/E of 10.8X, shares of AutoNation are trading at a forward P/E of 10X. AN also has a PEG Ratio of 1, a Price/Cash Flow ratio of 7.7X, and a Price/Sales ratio of 0.3X. Value investors don't just pay attention to a company's valuation ratios; positive earnings play a crucial role, too. Five analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2025. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.43 to $18.67 per share. AN has an average earnings surprise of 1.6%. AN should be on investors' short lists because of its impressive earnings and valuation fundamentals, a good Zacks Rank, and strong Value and VGM Style Scores. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report AutoNation, Inc. (AN) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Car and Driver
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
Nissan Sentra Production May Move from Mexico to the U.S. to Dodge Tariffs
Nissan is considering moving production of the Sentra from Mexico to the United States to avoid tariffs, per a report today by Automotive News. Citing an unnamed Nissan supplier, the AN report claims the popular compact sedan could be built at the automaker's factory in Mississippi. The Sentra is currently the second-best-selling Nissan in America, but President Trump's tariffs could cause its affordable price to go up. The 2025 Nissan Sentra is a compact sedan with an affordable price that currently starts under $23,000. However, it's also built at Nissan's assembly plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico, which means models sold in the United States are subject to a 25 percent tariff under the Trump administration's current rules. To avoid those tariffs, Nissan is reportedly considering moving Sentra production from Mexico to the U.S., according to Automotive News. The report today by AN claims that an unnamed Nissan supplier spilled the beans on the situation; the struggling automaker has not officially announced it. The potential move would see Sentra production moved to Nissan's reportedly underused factory in Canton, Mississippi, which is where the Altima sedan and Frontier pickup truck are currently built. Car and Driver reached out to Nissan for comment on the report, and a spokesperson shared this statement: "We regularly evaluate our industrial strategy with supplier partners based on market requirements. We've made no changes to our plan." Nissan Still, while plans to move production of the Sentra from Mexico to the U.S. are unconfirmed, it sounds plausible due to Nissan's ongoing financial turmoil. Not only that, but earlier this week, Honda officially announced a similar move with its decision to build more CR-Vs at its two U.S. factories, though a Honda spokesperson said CR-Vs will continue to be built at the plant in Ontario, Canada. The Sentra is an important car to Nissan because it's currently the second-biggest-selling model in America, behind only the Rogue compact SUV. As of last month, Nissan had sold more than 54,000 copies in the U.S. (a 34 percent increase compared with the same time a year before). As tariffs threaten to increase new-car prices, many people look for inexpensive options such as the Sentra, so Nissan surely wants to keep its cost of entry as low as possible. Eric Stafford Managing Editor, News Eric Stafford's automobile addiction began before he could walk, and it has fueled his passion to write news, reviews, and more for Car and Driver since 2016. His aspiration growing up was to become a millionaire with a Jay Leno–like car collection. Apparently, getting rich is harder than social-media influencers make it seem, so he avoided financial success entirely to become an automotive journalist and drive new cars for a living. After earning a journalism degree at Central Michigan University and working at a daily newspaper, the years of basically burning money on failed project cars and lemon-flavored jalopies finally paid off when Car and Driver hired him. His garage currently includes a 2010 Acura RDX, a manual '97 Chevy Camaro Z/28, and a '90 Honda CRX Si. Read full bio
