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First, Hyundai "is discontinuing its most affordable electric sedan after just three years on the market," reports USA Today. After being introduced in 2022, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 "quickly gained the admiration of automotive critics because of its affordable pricing and capable performance specs." But now, Hyundai "is axing the most affordable versions of the EV, leaving consumers with only one Ioniq 6 option." Hyundai will continue to produce the Ioniq 6 N performance trim, which is the quickest and most powerful iteration of the Ioniq 6. It's also the most expensive. The South Korean automaker is getting rid of lower Ioniq 6 trims due to "disappointing sales and tariff considerations," according to Cars.com. Hyundai sold 10,478 Ioniq 6 models in 2025, dropping 15% from 12,264 units in 2024, a company sales report stated. Hyundai's Ioniq 6 is mainly produced in South Korea, so it faces high import tariffs. Sales increased for their earlier IONIQ 5 model, reports the EV blog Electrek, "up 14% through the first two months of 2026, with 5,365 units sold... Meanwhile, IONIQ 6 sales slid 77% with only 229 units sold in February." Elsewhere they report that Kia's EV6 and EV9 "didn't fare much better with sales down 53% (600 units sold) and 40% (819 units sold), respectively." Now a Kia spokesperson tells Car and Driver that the 2025 EV6 GT and 2026 EV9 GT "will be delayed until further notice." They attributed the move to "changing market conditions," but added that this delay "does not impact the availability of other trims in the EV6 and EV9 lineups." More from Electrek: The news comes after Kia already said it was delaying the EV4, its entry-level electric sedan, "until further notice." It was expected to arrive in the US this year alongside the EV3, Kia's compact electric SUV that's already a top-seller in the UK, Europe, and other overseas markets. While Hyundai didn't directly say it, since the EV3, EV4, EV6 GT, and Hyundai IONIQ 6 are built in Korea, the Trump administration's import tariffs and other policy changes are likely the biggest reason to blame here. Kia and Hyundai, like many others, are hesitant to bring new EVs to the US due to the changes. The IONIQ 6, EV6 GT, and EV9 GT join a string of other models that have either been postponed or canceled altogether.

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Ana Amato, 49, of Old Bridge, is accused of leaving a patient bleeding and in agony after the allegedly aborted dental work.

The Oscar-winning actress (pictured) stars with the Succession actor in a remake of a 1964 classic which had Kim Stanley and Richard Attenborough in the lead roles.

Strictly Come Dancing has been hit by a major shake-up after BBC bosses reportedly axed three professional dancers from the hit ballroom show. 

The son of a woman missing since 2000 says he needs "answers" - and the answers lie with the Suffolk Strangler, he believes

Blake Lively shared a passionate kiss with husband Ryan Reynolds during a rare joint appearance on Saturday at a soccer match in Wales.

The 54-year-old actress, who had still been married to Dane at the time of his death after their seven-year separation, carried a number of items out of the residence earlier this week on Wednesday.

A huge fireball could be seen from miles away, while residents complained of a burning smell following the strikes, as the US and Israel pledged to continue until the 'eradication' of the regime.

Latest figures show the bulk price of heating oil - the main source of warmth for 'off-grid' homes in rural areas - has doubled within a week to over £1.23 per litre.

Helen Blythe's son Benedict collapsed at Barnack Primary School in Stamford, Lincolnshire, after being accidentally exposed to cow's milk.

Steven Spielberg directed his last Jurassic Park movie nearly 30 years ago, notes ScreenRant. But the 79-year-old filmmaker now brings us The Dinosaurs, a four-part documentary on Netflix where he's executive producer: The first few reviews are in, and the results lead to a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes. It's worth noting that the rating will likely fluctuate since there are only six reviews. So far, critics all agree that the new Netflix docuseries is a breathtaking visual of history's most majestic creatures, and Morgan Freeman's soothing narration elevates the experience. Most importantly, the reviews note that the story is intimate, making the dinosaurs feel real with their personalities. "Audience" reviewers gave it a lower score of 67%. "There is a sense of drama and emotional weight which permeates through the entire series as it tells the story of the dinosaurs from start to the present day. The ending brought tears to my eyes..." "Wow, what a sleeper! Flat graphics, looks like video game animations. Unrelatable story lines. Don't waste your time. Honestly would you even look twice if Spielberg's name wasn't on it?" "This show was honestly incredible... It was a 10/10 series that I absolutely adored highly recommended to anyone who loves and has an interest of the ancient world." "I'm sorry, but the dinos of Prehistoric Planet are far superior, and were achieved on a much smaller budget. Their dinos look absolutely real, and you are convinced you're watching a documentary with real animals" ScreenRant notes Netflix's debut of The Dinosaurs' "aligns perfectly" with the arrival of all four Jurassic World movies on Netflix, where they're already dominating Netflix's "Top 10" charts for the U.S. "Witness the rise and the fall of nature's greatest empire," narrator Morgan Freeman says in the trailer...

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She's favourite to land a best actress Oscar next Sunday. But Jessie Buckley's journey to Hollywood stardom was almost halted at the outset by her very first trip to the theatre.

In a desperate attempt to foil shoplifters, Tesco has now been forced to put security tags on packets of Oxo stock cubes.

All serving soldiers were asked on Thursday whether they thought men could apply cosmetics and wear their hair like women.

Never mind costly fat jabs - scientists have found a much simpler and cheaper way to lose weight.

A 25-year-old man has been arrested by detectives in London following a violent targeted attack in which an Iranian anti-regime protester was reportedly struck with a bottle and then stabbed. 

The actress (left), 36, is planning to move from Los Angeles to the capital with her husband, film director Charlie McDowell (right), and their year-old daughter Tove (centre).

Ali Larijani, the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council and considered the most powerful man in the nation, issued a series of unverified claims about the conflict on Saturday night.

Judging by her very cosy appearance in a Mexican airport last week, it would seem the 35-year-old Harry Potter star's dance card is currently full.

Molly-Mae Hague looked radiant and glowing in a beige co-ord as she hosted The Maebe Village pop-up shopping experience in London on Saturday.