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For profit or for all? Argentine football clubs red-card Milei reforms
A debate over the soul of football is raging in World Cup holders Argentina, pitting defenders of the social role of the beautiful game against the government of libertarian President Javier Milei, who wants to turn clubs into for-profit companies.
As Trump returns, African exporters torn between hope and horror
Citrus growers in South Africa are among the businesses most nervous that duty-and-quota-free exports to the United States could be scrapped next year when Donald Trump takes office again.
Asian markets mixed as traders weigh Fed; bitcoin above $90,000
Asian markets diverged Thursday as investors digested US inflation data that supported the case for another interest rate cut next month but worries over the next Trump administration continued to cloud optimism.
Hunger in G20 host Brazil is Lula's unfinished fight
In Neide Fernandes's fridge there is no meat, no vegetables, but there are some 20 eggs -- "the least expensive" animal protein she can afford.
Biden, Xi arrive in Peru ahead of face-to-face at Asia-Pacific summit
US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping arrive Thursday in Lima for an Asia-Pacific summit overshadowed by the prospect of a world embroiled in trade wars under Donald Trump.
Commerce Produces High-Grade Rare Earth Mineral Concentrate (36% REO) at Strong Recovery in Flotation Locked-Cycle Testing
HighlightsLocked-cycle testing of the Ashram Deposit's flotation-only flowsheet has resulted in high-grade rare earth mineral concentrate at strong recovery.36 to 37% REO1 at overall recoveries of 65 to 68%.Mineral concentrate grades compare favourably to historical and current hard rock global rare earth producers, of which 30% REO is the typical lowest grade concentrate produced.Results will be incorporated into a pending Preliminary Economic Assessment on the Ashram Rare Earth and Fluorspar Deposit on schedule for Q2-2025.Variability testing and pilot plant testing scheduled for the first half of 2025 as next steps.Fluorite recovery from rare earth flotation tailings to be evaluated.Ross Carroll, Director and CEO of the Company comments: "The results of the locked-cycle tests confirm the robustness of the simplified, flotation-only, continuous recovery process for the Ashram Deposit. The strong recoveries will ensure we maximize returns from the high-value in-situ mineralization, and the high-grade mineral concentrate produced will reduce the scale of the downstream processing resulting in lower capital and operating expense. We are thrilled with these outcomes and are grateful for the innovative attention to maximizing the potential of one of the world's largest rare earth resources by the technical team, many of whom have remained engaged with advancing the Project since its discovery over a decade ago."Rare Earth Oxide ("REO") includes the sum of the lanthanides plus yttrium.
Future Fuels to Acquire Mountain Lake Property in Nunavut
Future Fuels Inc. (TSXV:FTUR)(FSE:S0J) (the "Company") is announces that it has entered into an asset purchase agreement (the "APA") dated November 13, 2024 with IsoEnergy Ltd. (TSX: ISO)("IsoEnergy"), pursuant to which the Company will acquire a 100% interest in IsoEnergy's Mountain Lake Project, comprised of mineral claims covering 5,625 hectares in the Hornby Bay Basin, Nunavut, Canada (the "Mountain Lake Property") in exchange for common shares in the authorized capital of the Company ("Common Shares") and the grant of the Net Smelter Royalties (as defined below) (collectively, the "Transaction").
Findev Inc. Announces Dividend
Findev Inc. ("Findev" or the "Corporation") (TSXV:FDI), is pleased to announce that on November 14th, the Directors of the Corporations declared the following dividends:
Bitcoin hits new highs, markets stall amid US inflation increase
Global equities stalled Wednesday while bitcoin hit a fresh high as traders digested a small rise in inflation and mulled what Donald Trump's presidency might mean for global trade and the adoption of cryptocurrency.
Buy now, pay later: Latin America pressured by Chinese online shops
Isidora Olave opens a package containing a T-shirt, a skirt and a handful of glitter stickers shipped to her front door in Santiago, Chile, all the way from China almost 20,000 kilometers (11,800 miles) away.
Trump victory signals golden era for crypto industry
Donald Trump's triumphant return to the White House signals a potential golden era for cryptocurrencies, whose influential backers heavily supported his presidential bid.
Markets stall, inflation and bitcoin rise amid Trump fears
Global equities stalled Wednesday as traders fret over the impact of Donald Trump's presidency on the Chinese and global economies amid fears his policies could also reignite US inflation, which rose on latest data.
US consumer inflation rises in October on higher housing costs
US consumer inflation edged higher last month spurred by an increase in housing costs, according to government data published Wednesday, complicating the US Federal Reserve's plans to cut interest rates.
India delivery app Swiggy shares gain on market debut
Indian food delivery firm Swiggy rose nearly 17 percent on its market debut Wednesday after raising $1.34 billion in the country's second-biggest IPO this year, as investor optimism offset profit concerns.
Airlines ground Bali flights after volcano erupts
Airlines cancelled flights to and from the Indonesian resort island of Bali on Wednesday, leaving travellers stranded after a nearby volcano catapulted an ash tower miles into the sky.
Most Asian markets extend losses as Trump fears build
Asian markets fell again Wednesday as traders fret over the impact of Donald Trump's presidency on the Chinese and global economies, with fears that his policies could also reignite US inflation.
7-Eleven owner announces counter-bid to foreign buyout
The Japanese owner of 7-Eleven said Wednesday its founding family had offered a counter-bid to a takeover attempt by Canadian convenience store rival Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT).
7-Eleven owner considers going private to avoid foreign buyout: reports
The Japanese owner of 7-Eleven is considering going private by buying back its own shares in a bid to avoid a takeover by Canadian rival Couche-Tard, reports said on Wednesday.
German lithium plant hopes to turbo-charge Europe's EV makers
Electric vehicles need batteries, and most batteries are made with lithium, a critical material European automakers are chasing as they face tough competition from China.
Asian markets extend losses as Trump fears build
Asian markets fell again Wednesday as traders fret over the impact of Donald Trump's presidency on the Chinese and global economies, with fears that his policies could also reignite US inflation.
New push for EU-South America trade deal despite French fury
A controversial trade deal between the EU and South America's Mercosur bloc is back in the spotlight with rekindled optimism that the two sides could conclude an agreement before the year is over.
Appulse Corporation (Listed on the TSX Venture Exchange - Symbol "APL") Reporting results for the Nine Months ended September 30, 2024
Appulse Corporation ("Appulse" or "the Corporation") today reported financial results for the nine-months ended September 30, 2024.
Touchstone Exploration Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results and Updated Guidance
Touchstone Exploration Inc. ("Touchstone", "we", "our" or the "Company") (TSX:TXP)(LSE:TXP) reports financial and operating results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024 and updated 2024 guidance.
Aga Khan emerald fetches record $9 mn in Geneva auction
A rare square 37-carat emerald owned by the Aga Khan fetched nearly nine million dollars at auction in Geneva on Tuesday, making it the world's most expensive green stone.
Leaders urge climate action -- and defend fossil fuels -- at COP29
Leaders of nations beset by climate disasters appealed Tuesday at the COP29 summit for greater urgency in fighting global warming, while others defended fossil fuels and their right to exploit them.
Trump tariff worries trip up stocks rally, dollar climbs
A stocks rally following Donald Trump's re-election lost steam Tuesday on worries of a possible trade war between China and the United States, analysts said.
Trump tariff worries trip up stocks rally
A stocks rally following Donald Trump's re-election lost steam Tuesday on worries of a possible trade war between China and the United States, analysts said.
Nuclear watchdog chief says room to manoeuvre on Iran 'shrinking'
The head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog warned Tuesday that "the margins for manoeuvre are beginning to shrink" on Iran's nuclear programme ahead of an important trip to Tehran.
Bayer shares hit 20-yr low as problems pile up
Bayer's shares plunged to a 20-year low Tuesday after the German chemicals giant cut its earnings outlook and posted a worse-than-expected loss on woes related to its troubled agrochemicals division.
Spain PM accused of 'blackmail' by tying budget to flood aid
Spain's minority left-wing government wants to galvanise its deadlocked 2025 draft budget by linking it to urgent reconstruction funds following devastating floods, sparking "blackmail" accusations from the conservative opposition.
Lineker to leave Match of the Day after 26 years
Former England football captain Gary Lineker will step down as host of the BBC's flagship Match of the Day highlights show at the end of the season, the broadcaster confirmed on Tuesday.
Environment groups lose appeal in Shell climate case in the Netherlands
Dutch judges ruled Tuesday against an appeal by climate groups who said oil giant Shell was not doing enough to curb its greenhouse gas emissions, striking down a landmark judgement three years ago.