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Norway says Europe's 'largest' rare-earth mine plan set for 2028

The project has been delayed by environmental concerns, particularly over plans to locate mineral-processing facilities in an area of forest.

  • Norway aims to complete rare-earth mine plan by 2028.
  • Fen Complex holds 15.9 million tonnes of rare-earths oxides.
  • Project delayed by environmental concerns, surface operations planned.

Business

Little faces, big smiles

Last week, I had the pleasure of being among school children whose faces lit up with excitement at the Balik Eskwela drive, one of Meralco’s corporate social responsibility initiatives led by One…

Science

Is the target to protect 30% of Earth still achievable, and still worthwhile?

COP17: Update on 30x30 goal shows the world is off track, especially in the ocean, but campaigners say there is hope The post Is the target to protect 30% of Earth still achievable, and still…

  • 30% target for Earth's protection remains achievable, according to 30×30 Global Assessment 2026.
  • Only 20% of land and 10% of ocean currently protected globally.
  • Seychelles leads with 68% terrestrial protection, Monaco and Palau have 100% ocean protection.

Business

Disney+ and Hulu Raise Prices Again, Ad-Free Plans Top $21 Per Month

The ad-supported versions climb to $12.49 per month, while the Disney+/Hulu Premium bundle rises to $21.99 per month The post Disney+ and Hulu Raise Prices Again, Ad-Free Plans Top $21 Per Month…

  • Disney+ and Hulu raise ad-free plan prices to $21.49/month
  • Ad-supported plans increase to $12.49/month from $11.99
  • Bundle price goes up to $21.99/month from $19.99

World

Who is skipping the UN General Assembly — and why

Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, Friedrich Merz, Giorgia Meloni and Mahmoud Abbas are among more than 50 leaders who won't make it to the UN General Assembly. Their reasons range from illness and domestic affairs to holidays.

AI

3 Skills That Will Matter More in the Age of AI

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