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Bill and Melinda Gates officially file for divorce without disclosing the division of property

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Bill and Melinda Gates officially file for divorce without disclosing the division of property

A King County, Washington, Supreme Court judge on Tuesday signed Bill and Melinda Gates’ divorce decree, without disclosing details of how the couple split the assets.

According to The New York Times, public records showed that billions of dollars in shares were transferred to Melinda French Gates following the public announcement of the end of the 27-year relationship in May.

The amicable agreement on the division of property “was not submitted to the court.” For example, it is unclear who will own the property by a lake on the outskirts of Seattle, according to the New York newspaper.

The New York Times also reported that there was no need to enter into any kind of custody agreement as the couple’s three children are over 18 years old.

In addition, it is added that neither side requested an official name change, although Melinda Gates publicly used her last name in conjunction with her married name after the split.

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and his ex-wife Melinda Gates will continue to work together as co-chairs and trustees of the Gates Foundation, the nonprofit CEO said.

“It’s part of a private agreement between them, as part of a broader understanding of divorce. […] that their intentions and commitments include long-term co-chairmanship and trusteeship of the foundation. And this is exactly what we are planning, ”said Executive Director Mark Suzma in an interview with AP.

However, if after two years Bill and Melinda decide not to continue their joint roles, the ex-wife will leave the posts of co-president and curator.

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If Melinda Gates resigns, the Microsoft co-founder will buy his stake in the foundation, one of the largest private charities in the world, by raising funds for his charitable work.

Funds will be separated from donations to the Gates Foundation.

Mark Suzman also announced that the foundation will expand its board of trustees, but the number has not been determined.

Currently, only the former couple is on the board of trustees after Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett stepped down in June.

“We think that even they [Bill e Melinda] to work efficiently and keep working together is not perfect management. […] This is the right time to increase the number of trustees and attract some important independent third-party voices that can help guide and strengthen the foundation in the long term, ”added Mark Suzman.

The Gates, who have three children and live in Washington state, USA, announced that they will continue to work together at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which fights poverty and disease.

The fortune of the co-founder of Microsoft is estimated by Forbes magazine at 125.6 billion dollars (105 billion euros).

Over the past few years, the billionaire has become more and more dedicated to the Gates Foundation, participating in projects that support international development.

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Everything has been delivered. 10 Bugatti Centodieci are already in the hands of the owners

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Everything has been delivered.  10 Bugatti Centodieci are already in the hands of the owners

OAll Bugatti Centodieci have been delivered, the Molsheim-based brand said on Monday. Cristiano Ronaldo received the number 07 in October this year. and Bugatti has now revealed that the latest unit – #10 – is already in the possession of its owner.

“The Centodieci combines all the values ​​of the Bugatti brand in an extraordinary package: rarity, innovation, heritage, craftsmanship and unrivaled performance. The production batch of 10 units was so in demand by our customers that it was sold before the Centodieci. was even officially presented,” said Christophe Piochon, president of Bugatti.

This latest example is finished in Quartz White with carbon fiber trim on the bottom and matte grilles. The brake calipers are painted in Light Blue Sport, as is the logo on the rear that refers to the EB110, the iconic Bugatti model that inspired this Centodieci. Inside, the predominant color is also blue, as you can see in the images above.

This block is powered by the same block as the other nine instances. The 8.0-liter W16 with four turbines is capable of developing 1600 hp. In terms of performance, this allows the Centodieci to hit 100 km/h in just 2.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 380 km/h.

Recall that each unit costs the owners eight million euros before taxes.

Read also: We already know when the Bugatti Centodieci fell into the hands of Ronaldo.

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The first Dacia hybrid. “The cheapest hybrid family on the market”

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The first Dacia hybrid.  "The cheapest hybrid family on the market"

BUT Dacia revealed this Monday that the hybrid engine has been available since March on the Jogger, the Romanian brand’s model known to be available with a seven-seat variant.

The Jogger Hybrid 140, Dacia’s first hybrid, will hit dealerships in March, but customers can expect and order it as early as January.

The price has been revealed by Dacia and since it’s only available in the seven-seater SL Extreme, it starts at €28,800. The brand claims it is “the most affordable hybrid family car on the market.”

Available in six existing colors to celebrate the launch of this hybrid, there will be a slate gray version, as you can see in the images above.

Equipped with a 1.6 liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 90 hp, the Jogger is also powered by two electric motors (a 50 hp engine and a high-voltage starter-generator). The total power is 140 horsepower. The electric transmission is automatic, four-speed, connected to an internal combustion engine, and two speeds are connected to an electric motor. This combined technology was possible, according to Dacia, only due to the lack of clutch.

Combined with the energy recovery levels of the 1.2kWh (230V) battery pack and the efficiency of the automatic transmission, regenerative braking delivers all-electric traction on 80% of urban journeys and saves up to 40% of fuel compared to a combustion engine vehicle.

Read also: Dual-fuel Dacia Jogger Eco-G. We tried 5 seater and LPG…

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See how Tesla tests its electric Semi truck in the worst-case scenarios

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Tesla Semi camião elétrico testes

Tesla has finally been able to bring its long-awaited Semi to market. This electric truck promises to revolutionize transportation and bring all the unique characteristics of this type of electric vehicle to this class of vehicles.

Now that the first units have been delivered, there is hope that they will finally be mass-produced and reach more transport companies. With so many promises to be kept, a new video is now emerging showing Tesla testing its Semi truck under worst-case scenarios.


Tesla Semi is already on the market

Like all Tesla electric vehicles, Semi follows the same line of creating a unique design associated with a platform with the most modern technology available. The proof is in what was presented to the public and surprised most people.

To prove the quality of this new proposal, Tesla published in your LinkedIn account new video. In it, he reveals some of the testing he's done to determine the strength and quality of the Semi's design and its (potential) durability.

Tests to prove its durability

It has been revealed that the Tesla electric truck is subjected to numerous tests and its application in the worst scenarios that drivers may face. It doesn't stop at the ruggedness of the Semi's designs, but goes further and focuses on the motors and batteries themselves.

This is the proof that many have been waiting for to ensure that this new proposal is not limited to a lot of autonomy. Its resistance is great and will provide greater durability, further enhancing the Semi's value and performance.

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high quality electric truck

Tesla has already showcased the Semi's quality with a video showing its truck driving roughly 500 miles on just one charge. The big news here is that he managed to make this long journey with a maximum load of about 37 tons.

Now Tesla remains to widely place the Semi on the market. At the moment, only a few companies have access to this new product, with a very long list of pending deliveries, who want to start mass-using this electric truck offering.

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