65 m. ago In Myanmar, a rush for rare earth metals is causing a regional environmental disaster

A drastic increase in unregulated production of rare earth minerals in Myanmar is causing serious environmental concerns downriver in Thailand, as China's influence in the sector looms large.

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3 h. ago This is the rare bright spot in a tough Hollywood job market

This is the rare bright spot in a tough Hollywood job market  Los Angeles Times

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10 h. ago Watch Out, For a Poisonous plant Creeping Into Our Backyards

Watch Out, For a Poisonous plant Creeping Into Our Backyards  KPQ

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15 h. ago Russia Sees France as Its Main Enemy in Europe, French General Says

During a rare news conference on Friday, the head of the French military, Thierry Burkhard, said Russia remains a “lasting, close” threat.

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16 h. ago Rep. Haley Stevens' Ties to Joe Biden Haunt Her Michigan Senate Campaign

Joe Biden's days on the ballot are behind him, but his record still haunts those saddled with it, especially in Michigan, where Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) is running for Senate – and away from her close Biden ties. The post Rep. Haley Stevens’ Ties to Joe Biden Haunt Her Michigan Senate Campaign appeared first on Breitbart.

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16 h. ago Environmentalists celebrate rare win as Georgia swamp is saved from mining threat

Environmentalists are celebrating a rare win of keeping a mining operation from opening up next to a National Wildlife refuge in South Georgia.

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24 h. ago Meet the man behind a Los Angeles shop selling famous and rare guitars

Meet the man behind a Los Angeles shop selling famous and rare guitars  CBS News

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26 h. ago United States and Thailand Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement Enters into Force

United States and Thailand Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement Enters into Force  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

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33 h. ago Iran, United States, Israel and Qatar Relations Collapse Amid Military Escalations and Nuclear Strikes as US Issues Urgent Travel Alert to Citizens Citing Dual

Iran, United States, Israel and Qatar Relations Collapse Amid Military Escalations and Nuclear Strikes as US Issues Urgent Travel Alert to Citizens Citing Dual-National Detentions and Regional Instability  Travel And Tour World

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39 h. ago Report of rare venomous snake in Mass. city likely ‘a case of misidentification,’ state officials say

Using a photo from the city, the state herpetologist identified it as a northern watersnake, a much more common, nonvenomous snake. The post Report of rare venomous snake in Mass. city likely ‘a case of misidentification,’ state officials say appeared first on Boston.com.

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40 h. ago Rare luxury condo offers exceptional downtown living at Washington Square

Rare luxury condo offers exceptional downtown living at Washington Square  SiouxFalls.Business

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41 h. ago U.K. and France Sign First Nuclear Pact to Fend Off Threat to Europe

At a summit on Thursday, Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Emmanuel Macron also announced a “one in, one out” pilot program on migrants crossing the English Channel.

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43 h. ago Bryan Kohberger, Luigi Mangione may share same rare neurological condition: What to know

Visual snow syndrome, a condition causing static-like vision impairment, allegedly connects Idaho murderer Bryan Kohberger and UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione.

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46 h. ago Father and son drown in Lake Michigan during weekend family boating trip tragedy

Illinois residents David Meneou and his son Jameson drowned in Lake Michigan during a boating trip when their game of catch led to struggles in deep water.

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47 h. ago Trump Administration Takes Stake in Rare Earths Firm In Move To End China's Control

The Trump administration is deepening its effort to sever U.S. reliance on Chinese rare earth supplies, committing $400 million in equity financing to MP Materials Corp. as part of a broader plan to expand domestic production of rare earth magnets used in advanced weapons systems and industrial technologies. The post Trump Administration Takes Stake in Rare Earths Firm In Move To End China’s Control appeared first on Breitbart.

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49 h. ago United States and Malaysia Sign Memorandum of Understanding Concerning Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation and Launch Negotiations for a Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement

United States and Malaysia Sign Memorandum of Understanding Concerning Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation and Launch Negotiations for a Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

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51 h. ago Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato’ Seri Mohamad Hasan at the Signing of a MOU Concerning Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato’ Seri Mohamad Hasan at the Signing of a MOU Concerning Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

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51 h. ago Mom of five fights tech addiction as study shows screens shrink children’s brains

Michigan homeschool mom Ginny Yurich founded "1000 Hours Outside" to empower families to spend more time outside despite technology at everyone's fingertips.

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51 h. ago UK and France Agree to First Ever Nuclear Weapons Pact to Fend Off Threat to Europe

The two leaders are set to confirm details of a strengthened defense relationship at a summit Thursday. An agreement on tackling unauthorized migration may also be announced.

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52 h. ago Maya Ruler’s Tomb Is Unearthed in Belize, With Clues to His Ancient World

A rare mosaic death mask made of jadeite and vessels in the shapes of an owl, a monkey and coati-mundi were found with the ruler.

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