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No Anode, No Problem: The Battery Breakthrough That May Enable 500-Mile EVs

A lithium-ion battery may have fewer parts than a combustion engine, but it's no less complex. It involves an intricate interplay of materials that influences an electric vehicle’s range, charging speed, performance and lifespan. Battery makers are racing to optimize all of the above, with chemistries that can minimize the…

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U.S. Researchers Are Developing An EV Battery Without ‘Forever Chemicals’

The global demand for lithium-ion batteries is forecast to increase from 700 gigawatt-hours in 2022 to a whopping 4.7 terawatt-hours by 2030, according to Mckinsey Company. That’s because battery usage is not just growing in electric vehicles, but also in electrical appliances, drones, grid-level energy storage and dozens of other…

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Why Ukraine’s 2.5-bn-year-old minerals are so important – and why Trump wants them

ANALYSIS: The minerals have become central to global politics, writes Munira Raji

The Independent UK

Chinese lithium must not become ‘the new Russian gas’, says EU industry chief

The EU has drawn up a priority list of 47 projects for the mining and processing of critical raw materials, which local authorities will be required to fast-track through the permitting process in as little as 15 months or less.

Euronews

Powering up system to stop firestorm of risky batteries

Batteries that spark thousands of fires would be tightly regulated under a plan to force makers and suppliers to steward and safeguard their products.

AAP

Nearly 100% Of Lithium Recycled In Latest EV Battery Breakthrough

As electric vehicle adoption increases, millions of end-of-life batteries will be up for recycling by the early 2030s. Improper disposal of these batteries can contaminate the planet with harmful chemicals. That’s why researchers are racing to find solutions to maximize the recycling potential of EV batteries.

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US-Ukraine deal highlights Ukraine’s wealth of critical minerals, but extracting them isn’t so simple

Ukraine’s mineral wealth has been a key factor in its negotiations with the U.S. as the two countries work out details for a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine’s war with Russia.

The Conversation

Hidden Gems: 5 Stocks Under $10 With Massive Growth Potential

Uncover five promising stocks under $10, each poised for gains across diverse sectors for the second quarter of 2025.

MarketBeat

What’s so special about Ukraine’s minerals? A geologist explains

Ukraine’s minerals have become central to global geopolitics, with the US president, Donald Trump, seeking a deal with Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky to access them. But what are these minerals exactly and why are they so sought after?

The Conversation

Mapping Ukraine’s rare earth and critical minerals

Ukraine holds deposits of 22 out of 34 minerals the EU classifies as critical. Many are in parts controlled by Russia.

Al Jazeera

Bell's Cheapest Motorcycle Helmet Should Have Been Made a Long Time Ago

When it comes to helmets, Bell is one of those legacy brands that have been around forever. If you’ve been riding for a while, you’ve probably worn or at least considered one. I’ve been a Bell fan for years and have a few in my rotation—my Qualifier for daily commutes,…

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Did Glossip and the Oklahoma Attorney General Collusively Conceal Evidence to Win Their U.S. Supreme Court Case?

Justice Thomas observes in his dissent that "the parties collusively excluded" evidence—which I presented to the Court for the victim's family—"in order to reach a predetermined outcome." And the Court majority offers no defense of this deceitful maneuver.

Reason

Chinese researchers develop method to revive lithium batteries that significantly extends their lifespan

The method involves injecting fresh lithium into degraded batteries using a specialized lithium compound, potentially extending their lifespan and improving battery sustainability.

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The Guardian - UK

‘It’s blackmail’: Ukrainians react to Trump demand for $500bn share of minerals

Ukraine’s lithium deposits are among biggest in Europe and the US is looking for ‘payback’ for previous military assistance

AAP

Funding boost charges up Australian battery innovation

Australia could compete with China for lithium battery production after a local company announced plans to establish a $60 million factory.

The Guardian - UK

What is the Ukraine minerals deal – and why does Trump want it signed?

Zelenskyy may visit the US this week to sign a deal on Ukraine’s rare earth minerals, according to Trump

MarketBeat

Albemarle’s Earnings Are In—Is the Stock a Buy Now?

Recently, after reporting its quarterly earnings, shares of Albemarle were slightly up in the after-hours to show investors that there's a new potential upside.

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The Conversation

Taking the ‘forever’ out of ‘forever chemicals’: we worked out how to destroy the PFAS in batteries

Lithium-ion batteries are part of everyday life. They power small rechargeable devices such as mobile phones and laptops. They enable electric vehicles. And larger versions store excess renewable energy for later use, supporting the clean energy transition.

International Business Times

Nigeria's Lithium Mining Eldorado Sparks Concerns

At an open-cast mine, Abdullahi Ibrahim Danjija carefully chisels away at a hunk of whitish rock before stuffing a sack with the pieces which break off the walls.

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3 Copper Stocks Gaining from the EV and Renewable Energy Boom

The clean energy revolution fuels an insatiable demand for copper, a metal critical to EVs, renewable power, and modern infrastructure. With prices on the rise and supply tightening, top copper miners like BHP Group Ltd. (BHP), Rio Tinto (RIO), and Southern Copper Corp. (SCCO) are poised for strong gains. Continue…

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The Second-Life EV Battery Market Could Be Worth Billions By 2035

The electric vehicle industry has embraced consolidation and efficiency. We’re seeing automakers slash costs and expand platform-sharing to minimize input and maximize output. Now, there’s a chance for EVs to be even more efficient by embracing the principles of a circular economy. Instead of the wasteful take, make and dispose…

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Lithium-Ion Batteries Complicate Cleanup Efforts In Los Angeles Wildfires

Efforts to clean up wildfire damage in LA neighborhoods are complicated by hazardous lithium-ion batteries. EPA warns of dangers and initiates cleanup, emp...

MarketBeat

As China Tightens Rare Earth Exports, These 3 Stocks Are in Focus

The China ban on rare earth minerals is causing the United States to bolster their supply chain. These stocks can benefit and help their prices as well.

Barchart

Is This High-Yield Dividend Stock a Buy Ahead of a Major Business Shakeup?

Rio Tinto’s move into the lithium market, including a $6.7 billion acquisition of Arcadium Lithium, has sparked interest in the high-yield dividend stock as it prepares for a major business shakeup.

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