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FORGE Alliance: America's Plurilateral Strategy to Break China's Rare Earth Grip
In February 2026, the U.S. launched FORGE, uniting 54 nations with $30B+ to counter China's 90% rare earth processing dominance. This analysis examines price floors, Project Vault, and whether diversification can succeed before 2040.
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Antwerp Port Chemical Leak: 155 Hospitalized, 1 in ICU
A hydrogen fluoride leak aboard the cargo ship Mia Summer II at the Port of Antwerp hospitalized 29 people, with one in ICU. 155 were evaluated. Emergency response ongoing.
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Project Vault & FORGE: US-EU Rewire Critical Minerals Map in 2026
In Feb 2026, US launched Project Vault ($12B reserve) and FORGE (54-nation framework) to challenge China's 80%+ grip on critical minerals. EU followed with 60 Strategic Projects. Analysis of price floors, new dependencies, and...
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Petrodollar Fracture: UAE OPEC Exit Reshapes Global Finance
The UAE exited OPEC on May 1, 2026, accelerating petrodollar decline as dollar reserves fall below 57%, BRICS buys record gold, and mBridge processes $55B+ in CBDC settlements. Analysis of a multipolar financial future through 2027.
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Ann Widdecombe Killed in Targeted Attack: UK Police Investigation
UK counterterror police confirm Ann Widdecombe was killed in a targeted attack at her Devon home. A 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder and terrorism. Investigation ongoing.
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Ethereum Foundation Cuts 20% Staff: 54 Jobs Eliminated in 2026 Restructuring
Ethereum Foundation lays off 54 employees (20% of staff) in June 2026 restructuring, cuts budget by 40%, and shifts to endowment model. Learn about the new five-cluster structure and impact on ETH price.