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US Explores Deep-Sea Mining to Counter China's Rare Earth Dominance
The Trump administration is negotiating with The Metals Company for a deep-sea mining permit in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone to secure critical metals, bypassing international regulations amid trade tensions with China, raising environmental and legal concerns.
US Explores Deep-Sea Mining to Counter China's Rare Earth Dominance
The Trump administration is negotiating with The Metals Company for a deep-sea mining permit in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone to secure critical metals, bypassing international regulations amid trade tensions with China, raising environmental and legal concerns.
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60% Bias Score
Delayed Ukrainian Lithium Mining Amidst US-Ukraine Deal Stalemate
The depopulated Ukrainian villages of Połochiwka and Kopanki, home to a potentially massive lithium deposit (40 million tons), face delayed mining due to environmental concerns and a stalled US-Ukraine resource deal; this delay impacts local economic prospects.
Delayed Ukrainian Lithium Mining Amidst US-Ukraine Deal Stalemate
The depopulated Ukrainian villages of Połochiwka and Kopanki, home to a potentially massive lithium deposit (40 million tons), face delayed mining due to environmental concerns and a stalled US-Ukraine resource deal; this delay impacts local economic prospects.
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40% Bias Score
Ukraine Rejects US Mineral Deal, Citing Sovereignty Concerns
Ukraine rejected a US proposal on post-war mineral resource development, citing sovereignty concerns; negotiations continue with a Ukrainian delegation visiting the US for talks, including representatives from an international law firm.
Ukraine Rejects US Mineral Deal, Citing Sovereignty Concerns
Ukraine rejected a US proposal on post-war mineral resource development, citing sovereignty concerns; negotiations continue with a Ukrainian delegation visiting the US for talks, including representatives from an international law firm.
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60% Bias Score
China's Arctic Assertion: Icebreakers Navigate New Geopolitical Landscape
Three Chinese icebreakers successfully completed an Arctic transit in July-August 2024, symbolizing China's growing influence in the region amid climate-driven ice melt opening potential new shipping routes and access to vast mineral resources, prompting reactions from Russia and the US.
China's Arctic Assertion: Icebreakers Navigate New Geopolitical Landscape
Three Chinese icebreakers successfully completed an Arctic transit in July-August 2024, symbolizing China's growing influence in the region amid climate-driven ice melt opening potential new shipping routes and access to vast mineral resources, prompting reactions from Russia and the US.
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40% Bias Score
Alaska Uranium Mine Threatens Indigenous Community
The Iñupiat community of Elim, Alaska, opposes a planned uranium mine by Panther Minerals near their village, fearing water contamination and health risks, despite the state granting an exploration permit.
Alaska Uranium Mine Threatens Indigenous Community
The Iñupiat community of Elim, Alaska, opposes a planned uranium mine by Panther Minerals near their village, fearing water contamination and health risks, despite the state granting an exploration permit.
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40% Bias Score
Greenland's Mineral Wealth: A Balancing Act Between Opportunity and Risk
Greenland's substantial mineral reserves, including rare earth elements and potentially oil and gas, are attracting significant international interest despite logistical challenges, environmental concerns, and uncertain economic viability.
Greenland's Mineral Wealth: A Balancing Act Between Opportunity and Risk
Greenland's substantial mineral reserves, including rare earth elements and potentially oil and gas, are attracting significant international interest despite logistical challenges, environmental concerns, and uncertain economic viability.
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40% Bias Score
Delayed Lithium Mining in Ukraine Highlights Resource Deal Challenges
The depopulated Ukrainian villages of Polochiwka and Kopanky, near a 40-million-ton lithium deposit, are at the heart of stalled negotiations between Ukraine and the U.S. over resource extraction, raising concerns about economic development and environmental protection.
Delayed Lithium Mining in Ukraine Highlights Resource Deal Challenges
The depopulated Ukrainian villages of Polochiwka and Kopanky, near a 40-million-ton lithium deposit, are at the heart of stalled negotiations between Ukraine and the U.S. over resource extraction, raising concerns about economic development and environmental protection.
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48% Bias Score
US Considers Unilateral Deep-Sea Mining, Bypassing International Authority
The Trump administration may unilaterally mine polymetallic nodules from international waters, disregarding the International Seabed Authority (ISA) and raising concerns about environmental damage and international law.
US Considers Unilateral Deep-Sea Mining, Bypassing International Authority
The Trump administration may unilaterally mine polymetallic nodules from international waters, disregarding the International Seabed Authority (ISA) and raising concerns about environmental damage and international law.
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52% Bias Score
Trump's National Park Cuts Spark Protests Amidst Record Visitation
President Trump's budget cuts to the National Park Service resulted in the dismissal of 1000 employees, sparking protests and legal challenges amidst record-high visitor numbers (332 million in 2024) and the administration's concurrent expansion of resource extraction within the parks.
Trump's National Park Cuts Spark Protests Amidst Record Visitation
President Trump's budget cuts to the National Park Service resulted in the dismissal of 1000 employees, sparking protests and legal challenges amidst record-high visitor numbers (332 million in 2024) and the administration's concurrent expansion of resource extraction within the parks.
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60% Bias Score
Zelensky Weighs Rejection of US Mineral Deal Amidst Criticism
Ukrainian President Zelensky is considering rejecting a US-proposed mineral extraction agreement that would grant the US significant control over Ukraine's resources and revenues, prompting strong internal criticism within Ukraine.
Zelensky Weighs Rejection of US Mineral Deal Amidst Criticism
Ukrainian President Zelensky is considering rejecting a US-proposed mineral extraction agreement that would grant the US significant control over Ukraine's resources and revenues, prompting strong internal criticism within Ukraine.
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64% Bias Score
UAE to Invest €16 Billion in Brazilian Infrastructure and Development
The Abu Dhabi Investment Group (ADIG) will invest approximately €16 billion in Brazil, primarily in infrastructure projects focused on modernizing the impoverished Baixada Fluminense region near Rio de Janeiro and other areas; this follows recent investments totaling $2.5 billion in Brazilian resear...
UAE to Invest €16 Billion in Brazilian Infrastructure and Development
The Abu Dhabi Investment Group (ADIG) will invest approximately €16 billion in Brazil, primarily in infrastructure projects focused on modernizing the impoverished Baixada Fluminense region near Rio de Janeiro and other areas; this follows recent investments totaling $2.5 billion in Brazilian resear...
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36% Bias Score
Murmansk Forum Focuses on Arctic Development and International Cooperation
The International Arctic Forum in Murmansk (March 26-27) will address Arctic development, focusing on the Northern Sea Route, investments, infrastructure, and international cooperation, aiming to balance economic growth with environmental protection.
Murmansk Forum Focuses on Arctic Development and International Cooperation
The International Arctic Forum in Murmansk (March 26-27) will address Arctic development, focusing on the Northern Sea Route, investments, infrastructure, and international cooperation, aiming to balance economic growth with environmental protection.
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40% Bias Score
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