El Salvador’s Congress approved a law proposed by President Nayib Bukele to lift the country’s seven-year ban on metal mining, allowing mining everywhere except nature reserves and sensitive watersheds. The law bans toxic mercury in gold mining and mandates private companies to form joint ventures with the government to open mines. Despite opposition from environmentalists and the Catholic church, Bukele believes mining could bring wealth to El Salvador, estimating the country’s gold reserves to be worth $3 trillion.
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Yellow weather warning in place for NI
A yellow weather warning for wind is in place in Northern Ireland from 10:00 to 19:00 GMT on Sunday, with gusts of 40-60 mph expected after Storm Éowyn brought winds of over 90mph. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with many roads still impassable due to fallen trees and debris, and about 140,000 properties without electricity, while train lines are gradually reopening with some services returning. Residents are advised to take caution and report any emergencies to...
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