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Brazil School Shooting: 13-Year-Old Kills 2 in Rio Branco Attack
A 13-year-old student opened fire at a school in Rio Branco, Brazil, killing 2 staff members and injuring 2 others. The suspect used his stepfather's gun. Classes suspended across Acre state.
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Gold Rush in Suriname Fueled by Record Prices | 2026
Gold prices hit record highs above €140/gram, sparking a mining frenzy in Suriname. Deforestation exceeds 92,000 hectares as small-scale miners rush to profit. Read about the economic boom and environmental cost.
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North Korea Constitution: South Korea Declared Separate State
North Korea amends its constitution to declare South Korea a separate state, removing all references to reunification. The revision also expands Kim Jong-un's powers, granting him explicit command over nuclear forces and...
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China's Critical Minerals Stranglehold: 18 Months to Act
China's 2025-2026 export controls on rare earths, tungsten, and antimony triggered sixfold price spikes outside China. With Beijing controlling 90% of processing, analysts warn the West has 12-18 months to coordinate a...
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Critical Minerals Arms Race: FORGE Reshapes Global Power in 2026
The February 2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial launched FORGE with 54 countries, $30B in U.S. commitments, and 11 new bilateral deals, reshaping global power as China controls 60%+ of lithium and cobalt refining. Learn how...
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BRICS CBDC Interlink: India's Concrete De-Dollarization Move
In January 2026, the RBI proposed linking BRICS CBDCs — digital rupee, yuan, ruble — into a SWIFT-bypassing system. With dollar reserves at a 30-year low of 56.32% and Project mBridge processing $55B+, this is the most...