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Options for Tin Mining in North America Are Scarce, Even in Canada
Global Economy

Options for Tin Mining in North America Are Scarce, Even in Canada

April 8, 2026

Canada is blessed with huge deposits of virtually every so-called critical mineral needed for mass production of 21st century…

To Develop Critical Minerals, Industry and White House Propose Becoming China to Fight China
US Economy

To Develop Critical Minerals, Industry and White House Propose Becoming China to Fight China

January 26, 2026February 16, 2026

This is Part 4 of a 4-part story on the advent of critical minerals on markets and national security…

Rare Earths Are Not Nearly as Rare as the Capital and Interest Needed to Develop Them
Global Economy

Rare Earths Are Not Nearly as Rare as the Capital and Interest Needed to Develop Them

January 9, 2026January 26, 2026

This is Part 2 of a 3-part story on the advent of critical minerals on markets and national security…

Are Critical Minerals Critical, or Just Neglected?
Global Economy

Are Critical Minerals Critical, or Just Neglected?

January 7, 2026January 9, 2026

This is Part 1 of a 3-part story on the advent of critical minerals on markets and national security…

How Scott Bessent Using a Leverage Buyout to “Save” Ukraine
Political Economy

How Scott Bessent Using a Leverage Buyout to “Save” Ukraine

August 1, 2025

Reprinted with permission from Germinal G. Van… Scott Bessent, the incumbent US Secretary of the Treasury, recently “bought” Ukraine…


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Iran War Reaches Critical Juncture in May

Suzanne Latre April 28, 2026

Nearly two months after the outbreak of war between the United States and Iran, the conflict is entering a…

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EU Citizens Gather 1 Million Signatures for Referendum to Repeal Israel’s European Relations

Andy Corbley April 19, 2026

It’s been reported to be the fastest that any petition to the European Commission has gathered 1 million signatures,…

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750 US Troops Injured or Killed since October 2023 – Investigation

Andy Corbley April 3, 2026

Investigative news outlet The Intercept has reported that the Pentagon and US Central Command (CENTCOM) are engaged in a “casualty cover-up”…

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