AMARILLO, TX—The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration has completed assembly of the first B61-13 nuclear gravity bomb—an achievement announced on May 19 by U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright at the Pantex Plant in Amarillo, Texas.
TORONTO—Unifor, Canada’s largest private sector union, is calling on the federal government to take decisive action against corporations that relocate Canadian jobs in response to U.S. trade pressures.
The proposed facility would aim to produce more than 100 million System-in-Package (SiP) units annually by 2031, targeting advanced packaging needs in the European aerospace, automotive, telecom, and defense sectors.
LOS ANGELES, CA—Archer Aviation has been selected as the Official Air Taxi Provider of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and Team USA, marking a major milestone for the future of urban air mobility.
DEARBORN, MI—According to Dearborn Police Chief Issa Shahin, the stolen parts—including hoods, taillights, and bumpers—were transported to third-party auto shops and sold online, particularly through eBay.
SPARTANBURG, SC—
BMW’s Spartanburg plant produced nearly 400,000 vehicles in 2024, exporting over half to 120 global markets. The facility remains the largest BMW Group plant in the world, producing more than 1,500 vehicles daily and employing over 11,000 people.
When manufacturers begin exploring automation, they often jump straight to the most complex challenge on their production line. But starting with a more straightforward application is much better way to go.
BUFFALO, WV—Production of the new drivetrain components—critical for hybrid electric vehicles—is set to begin in late 2026 and will support Toyota and Lexus models assembled in North America.