China produces some 95% of the world’s rare metals, mostly mined in Mongolia. With its virtual monopoly over the world’s rare earth elements (REE) supply, China is considering banning the export of some and drastically reducing the export of others to ensure sufficient supply for its internal demand. So why do we care?
REEs are essential [...]
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2009 Gloom & Doom Update: Suicide Rates on the Rise
One of the side effects of the worsening global economy and unemployment is the increase in suicides and suicide attempts. The numbers of cases (high profile and of “normal people“) being reported has increased significantly.
Asian economies like South Korea, Japan and Hong Kong have all reported increases and are planning for more. South Korea and [...]
