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U.S. Criticizes Dependence on China for Key Minerals

U.S. Criticizes Dependence on China for Key Minerals

The US is seeking to reduce its dependence on Chinese supply chains for critical minerals, particularly rare earth elements, due to ongoing imports fr...

Jul 24, 2026 12 views
Chile Invests $100 Billion in Copper Industry to Diversify Markets

Chile Invests $100 Billion in Copper Industry to Diversify Markets

Chile plans to invest $100 billion in developing its copper industry over the next decade.

Jul 24, 2026 7 views
Silicon Valley Startups Urge Trump Against Ban on Chinese AI Models

Silicon Valley Startups Urge Trump Against Ban on Chinese AI Models

US companies including Proton and Y Combinator are urging the Trump administration not to cut off access to Chinese AI models due to national security...

Jul 24, 2026 9 views
Indias Solar Cell Shortage Threatens Clean Energy Goals

Indias Solar Cell Shortage Threatens Clean Energy Goals

Indian efforts to localize the solar energy industry are facing difficulties due to insufficient supply of solar cells and domestic battery production...

Jul 24, 2026 5 views
Chinese EV Brands Surge as Europe Electrifies

Chinese EV Brands Surge as Europe Electrifies

The European automotive market has experienced significant growth in June 2023, driven primarily by the increase in new registrations of electric and ...

Jul 24, 2026 12 views
French Heatwave Claims Thousands in Europe

French Heatwave Claims Thousands in Europe

The French public health agency reported that a heatwave in July led to 5,604 excess deaths nationwide, which is a 36% increase compared to normal lev...

Jul 24, 2026 9 views
Pine Resin: Japanese Research Aims to Substitute Chinese Graphite

Pine Resin: Japanese Research Aims to Substitute Chinese Graphite

Japanese research institutions are exploring using pine resin to produce graphite, a substitute for traditional raw materials in the production of sem...

Jul 24, 2026 3 views
Measles Cases Surge in US as Vaccination Rates Decline

Measles Cases Surge in US as Vaccination Rates Decline

The US has reported a record number of confirmed measles cases this year, with 2,295 confirmed cases.

Jul 24, 2026 5 views
France Bans Social Media Use for Children Under 15

France Bans Social Media Use for Children Under 15

The French National Assembly and Senate have passed a ban on minors using social media starting from September 1st.

Jul 23, 2026 9 views
Japanese PMs Household Chores Spark Resentment

Japanese PMs Household Chores Spark Resentment

Japanese Prime Minister Yukie Akamine expressed frustration about her busy schedule and complained about doing household chores.

Jul 23, 2026 9 views
Trump Imposes 100% Tariff on Generic Drugs

Trump Imposes 100% Tariff on Generic Drugs

The US plans to impose a 100% tariff on generic drugs starting in August 2028.

Jul 23, 2026 12 views
Spanish Pilots Joke Creates Divide After Argentina World Cup Loss

Spanish Pilots Joke Creates Divide After Argentina World Cup Loss

Spanish pilot played a prank on Argentine fans during World Cup final.

Jul 23, 2026 12 views
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