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Arctic Ice Traces Widespread Pollution to Montana MineEnvironment — 2dArctic ice-core records show that the Anaconda Copper Mine in Montana was a major source of arsenic and other heavy-metal pollution from 1886 to 1918, with emissions potentially exposing more than half of Americans and many Canadians downwind to health risks. Researchers say pollution fell after controls were installed, despite the mine continuing to operate.

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Anthropic Signs Student Data Privacy Deal With Teachers Unions — 2dAn artificial intelligence giant promised teachers unions that it would not mine children's data at school.

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Historic Towns Preserve Mining, Frontier HistoryLifestyle — 3dThree Idaho destinations preserve the state’s mining-era history: Kingston’s Snake Pit has served travelers for nearly 150 years, Murray’s Sprag Pole combines a free 12-exhibit museum with a restaurant, and remote Silver City remains a seasonal community of historic buildings largely owned by miners’ descendants.

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Myanmar Presses US for Rare-Earth Mining InvestmentsWorld — 2dMyanmar’s military-led government is pressing the United States to deepen engagement and invest in its rare-earth sector, which is strategically important but largely tied to China. A U.S. State Department strategy aims to expand trade and secure investment deals and access to critical minerals, despite Myanmar’s civil war and rebel control of key mining areas.

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Maya Lindstrom Investing in Myanmar rare earths might counter China's grip, but backing a military regime amid civil war seems shortsighted.

Study Finds Toxic Metals Across Savannah Mining CommunitiesEnvironment — Nov 5, 2026EU-funded studies found cadmium in every soil sample and excessive mercury in most samples from small-scale mining communities in Ghana’s Savannah Region, with children and women facing particular health risks. Mining provides households with much higher incomes, but very low licensing, limited awareness of regulations and weak coordination heighten environmental and security concerns.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Trump Urges Senate Passage of Bipartisan Permitting Bill Before Democrats Take Over — 2dPresident Donald Trump urged senators Sunday to pass a bipartisan bill that would speed permits for pipelines, mines and power plants before Democrats take over Congress.

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Tonle Sap Falls 1.5 Meters, Fisheries at RiskEnvironment — 18hRecord El Niño-driven drought is lowering Tonle Sap’s water levels and reducing fish catches, threatening the livelihoods of about 1.5 million people who depend on the lake. Upstream dams, sand mining and climate change are further disrupting its seasonal flood cycle, while rising costs and outmigration deepen the strain on lake communities.

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Bulgari Pink Diamond Ring Sells for $14.6 Million After 70 Years HiddenBusiness — 2dThe 24-carat Bulgari Pink, a rare fancy intense pink diamond that had remained in a European family’s possession for more than 70 years, sold at Christie’s Geneva auction for 12.1 million Swiss francs (about $14.6 million). The emerald-cut stone, believed to have originated in India’s Golconda mines, fetched a price within its estimated range.

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Hatch Seeks Senior Engineers and Managers for Mining ProjectsBusiness — 2dKorea Zinc and Crucible Metals outlined plans for the proposed Clarksville smelter at a public meeting, addressing questions about its environmental impact, technology and timeline. Local economic development leaders highlighted expected jobs, investment and tax revenue, while the company emphasized its environmental commitments and experience operating refineries elsewhere.

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Heavy Rain Damages Roads Across LaredoWeather — 3dHeavy rain in Laredo has caused road washouts, flooded crossings and street closures, while crews respond to reported sinkholes and a sewage overflow near Mines Road. Officials urge drivers to avoid barricades and flooded roads and use caution around repair crews; no evacuations have been advised.

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Lundin Mining Reports Q3 Profit, Revenue Above $1BBusiness — Nov 4, 2026Lundin Mining reported a sharp rise in third-quarter profit and revenue, with adjusted earnings of $0.32 per share, while strong copper prices helped lift results. Operational setbacks at Caserones prompted a lower 2026 copper-production forecast, even as the company advanced growth projects and declared a CAD $0.0275 quarterly dividend.

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Derek Foss Advancing those growth projects while keeping earnings at 32 cents a share shows decent management despite the operational hiccups.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Bathurst Resources Issues Q1 Results Amid Uncertainty WarningsBusiness — 3dBathurst Resources reported its Q1 FY27 results and project updates for the quarter ended September 2026, with consolidated figures including its 65% stake in BT Mining. The company also began its quarterly earnings call, where executives were expected to discuss results and answer analyst questions.

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Democratic Wins Raise Questions Over Coal SuitPolitics — Nov 3, 2026Election results could reshape state-level fights over energy and mining: Democratic attorneys general are set to replace Texas and Iowa in a lawsuit accusing BlackRock and State Street of suppressing coal output, allegations the firms deny. In Minnesota, the proposed Twin Metals mine remains blocked by a state executive order despite Congress and President Donald Trump removing a federal leasing restriction, leaving its future partly dependent on the governor’s race.

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IRGC says tankers and tugboat caught fire after unauthorized Hormuz routesWorld — Nov 5, 2026IRGC says a tanker hit a mine south of Hormuz; two tankers and a tugboat caught fire. It blamed US policy for the losses and a midterm 'humiliating electoral defeat.'

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Maya Lindstrom The IRGC warning shows why tankers should follow approved paths to prevent fires like these.

Consensus Mining Reports $7.2 Million Q3 Net IncomeBusiness — Oct 29, 2026Consensus Mining & Seigniorage reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $7.2 million, up from $2.1 million a year earlier, while digital-asset mining revenue fell 58% to $500,000. The company repurchased 117,161 shares and said book value per share rose to $40.87, aided by share buybacks and Bitcoin’s appreciation.

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Build a pizza and the AI guesses your ageQuizie — QuizCrust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.

Iran Recovers Malfunctioned US Underwater Drone Near Strait of Hormuz — Nov 4, 2026Underwater drones are rapidly emerging as a new frontier in naval warfare, with militaries deploying robotic submarines to conduct surveillance, hunt underwater mines and potentially attack enemy vessels.

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Western Towns Preserve Mining, Route 66 HistoryLifestyle — 5dTravel features spotlight historic and quieter small-town destinations, from Deadwood and Arizona communities to ghost towns near Missoula, for their local history, scenery and outdoor activities. In New Mexico and Arizona, residents are also working to preserve Route 66’s legacy through vintage neon signs and historic landmarks.

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Iran Claims Three Tankers Caught Fire Near Hormuz StraitWorld — 5dIranian military and media sources reported that an oil tanker caught fire after striking a sea mine east of the Strait of Hormuz, alleging it was traveling in a restricted area with its tracking systems off. The IRGC separately claimed three tankers caught fire while taking an unauthorized route with U.S. military support; the reports did not independently confirm these claims.

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US Central Command says it disabled cargo ship in Gulf of OmanWorld — 5dU.S. forces said they disabled the St. Kitts-flagged cargo ship M/V Huda in the Gulf of Oman after its crew ignored warnings and tried to breach the blockade of Iran; CENTCOM said it has redirected 147 compliant vessels and disabled five others. Iranian media also reported explosions in coastal areas, while the IRGC said two oil tankers caught fire after striking mines while using unauthorized routes, claims whose circumstances were unclear.

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Elena Vasquez The crew had plenty of warnings before trying to run the blockade, so disabling the ship was the right call to keep things under control.

B2Gold Reports $836 Million Q3 RevenueFinance — Nov 4, 2026B2Gold reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of about $836 million, above analyst expectations, and sharply higher net income, supported in part by a reversal of impairment charges. The gold producer lowered its full-year cost guidance while keeping production guidance unchanged, and reported progress on mine upgrades and shareholder returns.

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Derek Foss The impairment reversal helped net income but the mine upgrades and shareholder returns are the parts worth watching longer term.

Fall events held, planned across museums, campusesLifestyle — Oct 22, 2026Coal-mining attractions are hosting community events and family activities, including Beckley’s annual fall festival with tours, vendors, food and live music, and Halloween and autumn programming at the National Coal Mining Museum near Wakefield. In Wonthaggi, a historical society dinner will recount how local advocates helped preserve the former mine site as a tourist attraction.

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Mountaineer Teams Log Five Lopsided WinsSports — 5dSeveral teams nicknamed the Mountaineers closed out wins: Western Colorado beat Colorado School of Mines 41-20, Santa Anna defeated Paint Rock 56-12, App State women’s basketball routed Montreat 107-43, West Virginia topped Stetson 91-53, and Tuscola blanked East Henderson 49-0. The results included Western Colorado’s defensive second-half surge, App State’s record-tying scoring total, and Tuscola securing the No. 2 seed in its playoff bracket.

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Glencore Weighs Faster Vesting for CEO Shares if AcquiredFinance — Nov 2, 2026Glencore is discussing changes to CEO Gary Nagle’s compensation that would accelerate vesting of his long-term shares if the miner is acquired and he is replaced, while some awards would remain locked up. The proposal follows failed merger talks with Rio Tinto and could renew speculation about consolidation in the mining sector.

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Dana Whitfield After the Rio Tinto talks failed these adjustments at Glencore point to fresh interest in sector consolidation.

EU Court Adviser Warns Gemini May Infringe CopyrightTech — Nov 3, 2026An adviser to the EU’s top court said Google’s Gemini may infringe press publishers’ rights when answers reproduce recognizable protected expression from news articles, though facts themselves are not protected. The nonbinding opinion distinguishes chatbot responses from AI training, which it says is generally allowed under the EU’s text-and-data-mining exception.

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Tom Gallagher Facts should stay free to use, but the adviser is correct that copying protected wording crosses a line.