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British Steel is implementing emergency measures to secure raw materials essential for steel production at its Scunthorpe plant, which recently came under government control. The urgency is heightened as failure to obtain these materials could lead to the shutdown of one of the plant's two blast furnaces within days. This situation underscores the critical importance of maintaining raw material supplies to sustain operations at the UK's last two blast furnaces. Full Article

Researchers, including a team at Imperial College London and Rio Tinto, are developing sustainable copper mining methods to mitigate environmental impacts as demand for copper rises with the clean energy transition. They are exploring extraction techniques such as using copper-rich brines and utilizing local geothermal energy, while also investigating the potential of growing crops in contaminated soil to recover metals. With $150 million allocated to the Rio Tinto Centre for Future Materials, the initiative aims...

Ford's Patent Filings Hint at New Mustang Sedan and Potential Lincoln VariantRecent Ford patent filings suggest a four-door Mustang sedan may be in development, raising the possibility of a luxurious Lincoln variant. Lincoln, historically known for its elegant sedans, has shifted focus to crossovers and SUVs, leaving a gap in its lineup since the Continental's 2020 discontinuation. A new Lincoln midsize sedan could revitalize the brand's performance appeal while competing with luxury rivals like the...

The military wing of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement, the Qassam Brigades, commended the Houthi movement for their unwavering support of Palestinians in Gaza amid Israel's ongoing conflict. Spokesman Abu Obeida highlighted the Houthis' commitment to Gaza, despite the significant sacrifices the Yemeni people endure due to their solidarity with Palestine. He emphasized that the Palestinian people will always remember the "honourable stances" of Yemen, reinforcing the bond between both nations during this crisis. Full...

The article discusses the potential impact of Donald Trump's proposed 20% tariffs on EU goods, particularly concerning Italian food exports to the US. Italian agribusiness lobby Coldiretti warns that these tariffs could lead American consumers to substitute authentic Italian products with inferior, locally made alternatives, which they label as "counterfeit." Despite concerns from Italian exporters, the article suggests that many American consumers, particularly Trump's base, may not recognize the difference between genuine Italian products and...

Two Liberal staffers created fake Trump-style buttons and planted them at a conservative conference in Ottawa, but their scheme was exposed after they discussed it at a bar, overheard by a CBC reporter. The Liberal party acknowledged the incident, suggesting it was a misguided joke, while Calgary MP Michelle Rempel Garner condemned it as a disturbing act of disinformation aimed at distracting from serious election issues like affordability and crime. The buttons included slogans like...