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Race for critical minerals: The social and environmental trade-off

What are the social and environmental costs of the race for critical minerals? Minerals like cobalt, lithium, and nickel are crucial for the development of new technology, including clean energy. But mining and refining them can be hugely polluting and water intensive – with a risk of deforestation, water contamination,…

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In 1905, an engineer was testing heatproof alloys and made a wire that would not burn out, and the electric toaster came into existence

A special metal alloy called nichrome, invented in 1905, made electric toasters possible. This alloy, a mix of nickel and chromium, could withstand high heat without breaking. Engineers still use nichrome today because it is reliable and hard to replace. This invention solved a major problem, making many electrical devices…

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NVRO Metals Establishes the NVRO Metals Hub, Creating a Pathway to Critical Minerals Production and Accelerating Industrial Deployment of the NVRO Process™

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NVRO Metals Limited (TSXV: NVRO), (“NVRO Metals” or the “Company”), a clean technology company focused on the recovery of precious and critical metals from sulphidic feedstock including ores, concentrates, mine waste and tailings, is pleased to announce the proposed acquisition of…

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India to soon unveil incentives for lithium, nickel processing with around Rs 3,000 crore outlay, sources say

India's Ministry of Mines is preparing to introduce a new policy. This policy will offer incentives for processing lithium and nickel. The initiative has an estimated outlay of 30 billion rupees. This move is crucial for India's electric vehicle goals. The nation aims for significant electric car and two-wheeler penetration…

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Texas Pushes “Operation Double Nickel” to Freeze School Taxes at Age 55, Saving Homeowners $900-$1,000

Property taxes have become one of the biggest financial pressures facing Texas homeowners, especially those approaching retirement age. In response, Texas leaders are now backing...

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Texas Wants to Freeze Property Taxes at Age 55 — How “Operation Double Nickel” Could Save You $1,000

Texas homeowners just got a proposal that could shake up long-term housing costs in a big way. “Operation Double Nickel” aims to freeze property taxes starting at age 55, locking in stability during years when income often tightens and expenses rarely slow down. For many households, property taxes continue climbing…

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Deccan Gold Mines shares soar 23% in just two days. What’s fuelling the rally?

Deccan Gold Mines shares surged 23% in two days after the company reported discoveries of nickel, copper and palladium mineralisation at its Bhalukona Project in Chhattisgarh. Initial drilling, surveys and sampling indicate strong potential for critical mineral deposits, prompting plans to accelerate exploration and fast-track mining lease applications.

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In 1959, a metal meant for missile work bent back into shape and triggered a revolution in materials science

A chance discovery in 1959 by military scientists led to Nitinol, a metal that remembers its shape. This nickel-titanium alloy, initially researched for missiles, can return to its original form after bending when heated. Nitinol's unique property opened a new field of shape-memory alloys. It now finds applications in medicine,…

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Hogs Rallying on Wednesday

Lean hog futures are in rally mode on Wednesday, with contracts up $3 to $3.25, as nearby May is down a nickel. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $95.17 on Wednesday morning, up 24 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was back up 7...

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Hogs Traders Look to Wednesday

Lean hog futures posted losses of 75 cents to $1.80 across most contracts on Tuesday, with May up a nickel. Open interest was up 4,306 contracts. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $95.19 on Tuesday afternoon. The CME Lean Hog Index was back down 38 cents on May...

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Hogs Faces Tuesday Weakness

Lean hog futures posted losses of 75 cents to $1.80 across most contracts on Tuesday, with May up a nickel. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $95.19 on Tuesday afternoon. The CME Lean Hog Index was back down 38 cents on May 8 at $90.41. USDA’s pork carcass...

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Hogs Closed Mixed on Thursday

Lean hog futures posted mixed action on Thursday, with front months down 20 to 32 cents and the rest of the board up a nickel to 80 cents. The CME Lean Hog Index was back up 9 cents on May 5 at $91.19. Export Sales data from USDA showed pork...

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Hogs Holding Steady at Midday

Lean hog futures are showing steady trade on Thursday, with some contracts up a nickel. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Thursday morning due to thin volume. The CME Lean Hog Index was back up 9 cents on May 5 at $91.19. Export Sales data from USDA...

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Wheat Trading Mostly Higher at Midday

The wheat complex is showing mostly modest gains on Friday. Chicago SRW futures are mixed, with May down 3 ½ cents and other contracts up 1 to 2 cents. There were 312 delivery notices against May CBT wheat futures overnight. KC HRW futures are showing gains of a nickel in...

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Hogs Posting Modest Monday Gains

Lean hog futures are up a nickel to 45 cents in the front months on Monday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $90.32 on Monday morning, down 28 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was up another penny on April 23 at $91.44. Cold...

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Hogs Continue Weakness on Thursday

Lean hog futures are showing mixed action on Thursday, with newly appointed front month May up a nickel and other contracts down 20 to 50 cents. USDA’s national base hog price was not reported on Thursday morning. The CME Lean Hog Index was up 27 cents on April 14 at...

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Soybeans Firming Higher at Midday

Soybeans are trading with contracts fractionally higher in the nearbys to a nickel higher in the new crop months. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is up 3/4 cent at $11.02 1/2. Soymeal futures are $2 to $3 lower on the day, with Soy Oil futures up 190 to...

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Cattle Look to Thursday After Wednesday Losses

Live cattle futures were down 35 cents to $1.40 on Wednesday, with April up a nickel. Open interest was down 4,944 contracts on Wednesday, suggesting new selling interest. There were 3 deliveries for April live cattle in Dodge City. Cash trade has been quiet so far this week, with a...

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Cattle Post Midweek Losses

Live cattle futures were down 35 cents to $1.40 on Wednesday, with April up a nickel. There were 3 deliveries for April live cattle in Dodge City. Cash trade has been quiet so far this week, with a few $248 sales in the South, as last week was $246-249 in...

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Hogs Look to Tuesday Following Mixed Monday Action

Lean hog futures closed the Monday session with front months down a nickel to 67 cents and deferreds 7 to 42 cents higher. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $89.04 on Monday afternoon, down 32 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was back down...

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Hogs Close Mixed on Monday

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Hogs Look to Monday Trade

Lean hog futures posted losses of 37 to 60 cent losses in most contracts on Friday, as April was an exception, up a nickel. June was down 75 cents on the week. Open interest was up 1,757 contracts on Friday, suggesting marginal new selling. USDA’s national base hog price was...

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Hogs Close Mostly Lower on Friday

Lean hog futures posted losses of 37 to 60 cent losses in most contracts on Friday, as April was an exception, up a nickel. June was down 75 cents on the week. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $89.36 on Friday afternoon, down 56 cents from the day...

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Cattle Look to Thursday After Holding Higher on Wednesday

Live cattle futures saw gains of a nickel in August to $1.30 in some deferred contracts on Wednesday. Open interest was down 3,079 contracts. Cash trade has yet to get kicked off this week, with sales at $245-246 last week. The Central Stockyards Fed Cattle Exchange online auction saw no...

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