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The mineral that could protect against Alzheimer’s disease

For nearly a decade, scientists from Harvard University have also been uncovering lithium’s unexpected importance in the brain

The Independent UK

Alzheimer’s disease: lithium may help slow cognitive decline – new research in mice

Alzheimer’s disease steals memories and devastates lives. Yet despite an abundance of research, the earliest brain changes that trigger this disease still remain unclear, making it challenging to find effective treatments.

The Conversation

Chinese Lithium Production Halt Means Upside for These 3 Stocks

New data center buildouts and lower Chinese lithium production have sent prices soaring in July 2025, creating upside in these 3 stocks.

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China Mine Halt Defibrillates Lithium Market

The lithium market surged on Monday, following the news that China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) halted operations at one of the world’s largest lithium mines in Jiangxi province. Prices on the Shanghai Metals Exchange rallied as high as $10,800 per ton, erasing the entire year’s slump that saw…

Benzinga

While Albemarle's Stock Jump Captures The Spotlight, A Critical Chinese Supply Disruption Could Test The EV Battery Market

Albemarle Corp (NYSE:ALB), a leading global producer of lithium for electric vehicle batteries, shares are surging Monday afternoon following news that could significantly tighten the global lithium supply. Here’s what investors need to know.

Benzinga

RadNet Posts Better-Than-Expected Earnings, Joins Tegna, MeridianLink, Lithium Argentina And Other Big Stocks Moving Higher On Monday

U.S. stocks were slightly higher, with the Dow Jones index gaining around 0.1% on Monday.

Benzinga

Albemarle Stock Surges Nearly 11%, Other Lithium Stocks Gain In Monday Pre-Market: What's Going On?

Albemarle Corp (NYSE:ALB) soared 10.57% while other lithium stocks Lithium Americas Corp (NYSE:LAC) and Sociedad Quimica y Minr de Chile SA (NYSE:SQM) climbed 9.32% and 7.39%, respectively, in premarket trading on Monday, amid hopes that the halt in operations at CATL’s mine could potentially affect the global lithium supply and push…

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Tesla Supplier CATL Halts Operations At One Of The World's Biggest Lithium Mines: Report

CATL, or Contemporary Amperex Technology Limited, which supplies batteries to major automakers like Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) and General Motors Co. (NYSE:GM), has shut operations at a major Lithium mine in China.

Benzinga

Lack of this key nutrient could lead to Alzheimer’s

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The Independent UK

Decade-long study finds link between this deficiency and dementia

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The Independent UK

Breakthrough study finds deficiency of this common nutrient could contribute to Alzheimer’s

Scientists find new compound that could reverse memory loss in mice

The Independent UK

Let's work together: miners look for price stability

Lithium miners have been punished by a "maniacal" Chinese supply glut in recent years, boosting calls for Australian companies to band together.

AAP

Bull market sends mining summit back to golden age

Up-and-coming miners will hope to strike it rich as they mingle with investors and competitors at Kalgoorlie's annual Diggers and Dealers forum.

AAP

The 'Toyota Prius' Era of Hybrids Is Now Long Gone

Lamborghini proves that hybrids are going mainstream—and fast. Plus, lithium prices are crashing, and Tesla starts charging more for Robotaxi rides.

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Tesla Inks $4.3 Billion Deal For American-Made LFP Batteries: Report

LG Energy Solution will supply Tesla with American-made lithium iron phosphate batteries to reduce reliance on Chinese suppliers.

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How Long Do ATV Batteries Last With Proper Care?

Not sure how long do ATV batteries last? See average lifespan by battery type, plus expert tips to extend battery life, prevent failure, and ride confidently.

Euronews

EU Commission accused of mining secrecy in scramble for raw materials

Green/EFA EU lawmakers say they cannot access impact assessments for ‘strategic’ mining projects approved under the Critical Raw Materials Act, accusing the European Commission of lacking transparency and accountability.

The Guardian - AU

Could my power bank start a fire on board a plane? Here are the rules and the risks

Rules around lithium-ion batteries in spotlight after a portable charger caught fire on an Australian flight – but experts say risk is no higher in mid-air

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Fire breaks out on Virgin Australia plane mid-flight likely due to power bank

Airline says passenger and crew de-boarded safely after incident

The Guardian - AU

Fire in overhead locker on Virgin Australia flight believed to be caused by lithium battery in power bank

Sydney to Hobart flight landed safely on Monday after a small fire ignited in a passenger’s carry-on luggage

The Guardian - UK

Mining companies are pumping seawater into the driest place on Earth. But has the damage been done?

In Chile’s drought-stricken Atacama desert, Indigenous people say desalination plants cannot counter the impact of intensive lithium and copper mining on local water sources

Euronews

How Serbia's turn to the West provoked Putin’s reaction

It is to be seen if Putin has yet crossed Trump’s “red line” and if Washington is willing to unleash more painful sanctions on Russia. One thing is clear – Moscow’s continued defiance and rogue activities in its neighbourhoods have awakened the Trump administration, Ambassador John B. Craig writes.

The Conversation

Zimbabwe’s lithium is in demand for making batteries: how to make sure benefits flow to the local economy

Zimbabwe has the largest lithium reserves on the African continent. Lithium has been mined since the colonial period in the 1950s. It’s a critical part of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that are essential for the electric vehicle industry. Globally, the lithium-ion battery market is worth US$78.9 billion and is likely to…

The Independent UK

Mom issues dire warning over lithium-ion batteries after kids’ scooter charger bursts into flames

‘It’s like, before you buy something, you’re gonna have to think, hmm, I could possibly lose everything, including a child, but is it worth having this scooter for?’ the mother said

The Independent UK

Delta flight makes emergency landing after lithium battery explodes in passenger’s carry-on

Flight 1334, carrying 191 people, declared an emergency after smoke entered the cabin

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