Stories from United States

Rare earth elements have been discovered in a coal mine in Wyoming. The discovery was made in a coal mine, with further details on the quantity and specific elements not yet released. Randy Atkins' Wyoming mine is still years from production due to the difficulty of separating rare earths from surrounding rock. The discovery relates to the global market's reliance on specific countries for rare earth elements. This discovery could impact critical mineral supply chains. China currently dominates the global market for these elements.

The Ramaco Company announced it has found rare earth elements within a coal mine outside Sheridan, Wyoming. The mine is located within sight of the Bighorn Mountains. effort to reduce dependence on China for these critical minerals.

A popular theme park is facing criticism for its VIP fast pass system. The system has drawn negative attention.

Eric and Don Jr. Trump allegedly pocketed $59 million in deposits for non-existent Trump Mobile phones over 11 months. The terms stated that deposits did not guarantee delivery.

Equinox Gold and Orla Mining have announced plans to merge. The combined entity aims to create a larger, more diversified gold producer. The companies will combine operations to create a larger entity. The combined company is expected to be a player in the gold mining sector.

The FBI remotely reset home routers in the US to demonstrate their vulnerability to hacking. This action was taken to prove that the hacking group APT28, also known as Fancy Bear, has been systematically compromising routers since at least 2024.

Consumer prices rose more than anticipated in April, marking the fastest rate of increase since May 2023. The average vehicle transaction price now sits at approximately $49,000. US producer prices rose 6% from a year ago, the fastest pace since wholesale inflation data began.

LaFleur Minerals has secured $6.9 million in financing for its gold mill project. The funding will support the construction and operational startup of the mill. This financing is for the company's expansion plans. The company announced the financing in Denver.

An appeals court has temporarily halted the requirement for Donald Trump to pay an $83 million bond to E. Jean Carroll.

Varda has signed a deal with a major US pharmaceutical firm to develop drugs in space. This development is considered a moment for the space industry.