America gave up its rare earth edge. China took full advantage. Decades of cheaper imports left US dependent on China […]
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In Myanmar, illicit rare-earth mining is taking a heavy toll
Uncontrolled mining in areas of Myanmar ruled by powerful ethnic armies has boomed. This photo taken on May 2, 2025 […]
Breaking down rare earth element magnets for recycling
All the world’s discarded phones, bricked laptops, and other trashed electronics are collectively a treasure trove of rare earth elements […]