Sept 8 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories in the Wall Street Journal. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.

- South Korea says it has reached a deal with the U.S. to release hundreds of Korean workers detained in a raid at Hyundai’s 005380.KS Georgia EV battery plant, amid diplomatic tensions over visa issues and immigration enforcement.

- OpenAI is supporting the production of Critterz, a feature-length animated film made largely with AI tools, aiming for a 2026 global theatrical release and showcasing how generative technology can transform traditional filmmaking.

- BMW BMWG.DE and Mercedes MBGn.DE have unveiled new luxury electric SUVs—the iX3 and electric GLC—to challenge Tesla’s TSLA.O Model Y, offering longer range, faster charging, and advanced AI features, as they pivot toward software-driven design amid Tesla’s waning European momentum.

- Uber UBER.N and China’s Momenta will begin testing robotaxi services in Munich next year, integrating Momenta’s autonomous driving tech with Uber’s platform, with plans to expand across Europe as countries warm to advanced mobility solutions.

(Compiled by Bengaluru newsroom)

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