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Prominent US academic facing royal insult charge in Thailand
Thai police summoned a prominent American academic on Friday to face charges of insulting the monarchy, a rare case of a foreign national being charged under the kingdom's strict lese-majeste law.
Capacitor Metals Corp. Awarded €178,000 from Horizon Europe
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / April 4, 2025 / Capacitor Metals Corp. (the "Company" or "Capacitor") is pleased to announce receipt of the first tranche of grant funding from Horizon Europe, the European Union's €95.5 billion programme for research and innovation, the largest such program in the world. Capacitor Metals has received this grant funding for the delivery of sample material from the Upper Fir Tantalum & Niobium Deposit in British Columbia for the BLOOM Critical Materials Program. In total, Capacitor Metals will receive €178,000 Euros for the delivery of ~1 metric tonne of mixed materials.
China Launches New Precision Strike Against Pengaton Rare Earth Supply Chains
CENTENNIAL, CO / ACCESS Newswire / April 4, 2025 / China retaliated today against the U.S. and allied nations by restricting the export of highly strategic Chinese-made rare earths, critical minerals that are needed in virtually all U.S. defense systems and across the electronics, manufacturing, high-technology, transportation, and energy sectors. The implications for U.S. national security are dire, according to NioCorp Developments Ltd. Executive Chairman and CEO Mark A. Smith ("NioCorp" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:NB).
Northern Dynasty Makes Annual Filings
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / April 4, 2025 / Northern Dynasty Minerals Ltd. (TSX:NDM)(NYSE American:NAK) ("Northern Dynasty" or the "Company") announces that it has filed its audited Financial Statements, Management Discussion and Analysis, Annual Information Form and Annual Report on Form 40F for the year ending December 31, 2024. The Company also advises that, consistent with previous years, its audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 included in the Company's Annual Report on Form 40F, contained an audit report from its independent registered public accounting firm with a going concern emphasis of matter. Release of this information is required by Section 610(b) of the NYSE American Company Guide. It does not represent any change or amendment to any of the Company's filings for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024.
Battery X Metals Achieves Graphite Recovery Breakthrough in Partnership with Global Top 20 University in Controlled Trials
News Release Highlights:1. Achieved an increased graphite recovery rate in controlled laboratory tests of up to 97% through optimized flotation processes, reducing flotation time significantly compared to prior tests.2. Improved graphite purity in controlled laboratory tests by 15-25%, reaching ~69%, as confirmed by graphite burn off assays, while minimizing contamination from metal oxides.3. Demonstrated superior separation performance compared to prior flotation tests, reinforcing Battery X Metals' proprietary eco-friendly flotation process development, with enhanced efficiency in concentrate and tailings management.
Tom Cruise pays tribute to Val Kilmer
Tom Cruise paid tribute to late "Top Gun" co-star Val Kilmer on Thursday, leading movie theater owners in a moment's silence at the CinemaCon event before unveiling new footage from his latest "Mission: Impossible" movie.
Sri Lanka's crackdown on dogs for India PM's visit sparks protest
Sri Lankan animal rights activists marched on Thursday to protest the round-up of stray dogs a day ahead of a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
South African artist champions hyenas in 'eco-queer' quest
They are often disparaged as ugly, sly and cruel scavengers but for South African artist Hannelie Coetzee, hyenas are symbols of female power and the normalisation of queerness.
New Spielberg, Nolan films teased at CinemaCon
Hollywood studio Universal Pictures on Wednesday teased new movies from Steven Spielberg and Christopher Nolan, while showcasing footage from its upcoming sequels "Jurassic World Rebirth" and "Wicked: For Good" at the CinemaCon event.
'Shenmue' voted most influential video game ever in UK poll
The 1999 action game "Shenmue" was on Thursday named the most influential video game of all time following a survey organised by BAFTA, the British association that honours films, television, and video games.
Revealed: Why monkeys are better at yodelling than humans
Yodellers of the world, you never stood a chance: Monkeys will always be better at yodelling than humans because they have a "cheap trick" hidden in their voice box, scientists revealed Thursday.
Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Initiates Validation Testing of Lac Knife Anode Materials with Leading Battery Innovator C4V
Performance data obtained during the program will contribute to Focus Graphite's global ranking within C4V's Digital DNATM platform, utilized by Gigafactories and OEMs worldwide.
30,000m Drilling Program Announced for AurMac Gold Project, Yukon
CRANBROOK, BC / ACCESS Newswire / April 3, 2025 / Eagle Royalties Ltd. ("ER.CN":CSE, or "Eagle Royalties") has recently learned of the commencement of a 30,000m diamond drill program at Banyan Gold Corp.'s AurMac project in central Yukon (see March 27 th BYN news release here). Eagle Royalties holds royalty interests ranging from 0.5% to 2% (with no buy-down provision) on numerous claims underlying the Airstrip and Powerline inferred resource areas (wholly or partially) as defined by Banyan. See additional AurMac royalty information here
Grid Metals Corp. Reports Makwa Project Advancing to Drill Stage
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 3, 2025 / Grid Metals Corp. (TSXV:GRDM)(OTCQB:MSMGF) ("Grid" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update at its Makwa nickel project in southeastern Manitoba where an Option and Joint Venture Agreement (the "Agreement") with Teck Resources Limited ("Teck") was announced in December 2024. Teck can earn up to a 70% interest in Makwa by incurring a total of $17.3 million, comprising project expenditures ($15.7 million) and cash payments or equity participation ($1.6 million) with Grid.
TRU Awards Drilling Contract for the 2025 Drilling Program at Golden Rose
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 3, 2025 / TRU Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV:TRU)(OTCQB:TRUIF)(FSE:706) ("TRU" or the "Company") is pleased to report that it has awarded a contract to MCL Drilling ("MCL") to provide drilling services for an approximate 1,800 metres ("m") diamond drilling program planned for the 2025 field season at the Golden Rose Project ("Golden Rose"). Golden Rose is strategically located along the gold deposit bearing Cape Ray - Valentine Lake Shear Zones in Central Newfoundland.
Karbon-X Corp. Announces Graduation to the OTCQX Market
CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / April 3, 2025 / Karbon-X Corp. (OTCQX:KARX) ("Karbon-X" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that its common shares are now trading on the OTCQX® Best Market under the ticker symbol "KARX". This represents an upgrade from the OTCQB® Venture Market and marks a key milestone in the Company's continued growth.
Western Alaska Minerals Appoints Sage Langston-Stewart As Principal Geologist
Provides Corporate Update
Snowline Gold Closes Fully Subscribed C$20 Million Financing Of Flow-Through Shares
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Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre 'stable' after car crash
Virginia Giuffre, who accused disgraced US financier Jeffrey Epstein and Britain's Prince Andrew of sexual abuse, is in a stable condition after a reported car crash in Australia, the hospital treating her said Wednesday.
Warner showcases 'Superman' reboot, new DiCaprio film
Embattled Hollywood studio Warner Bros on Tuesday unveiled footage from its make-or-break "Superman" reboot and a lavish new Leonardo DiCaprio film at the CinemaCon event in Las Vegas.
Kalo Gold Announces C$2 Million Non-Brokered Private Placement
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GMV Minerals Inc. Closes Non-Brokered Financing/ Engages Investor Relations Firm
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / April 2, 2025 / GMV Minerals Inc. (the "Company" or "GMV") (TSXV:GMV)(OTCQB:GMVMF) is pleased to announce that it has closed a non-brokered private placement for gross proceeds of $675,000 from the issuance of 6,750,000 units (the "Units") at a price of $0.10 per Unit. The closing is subject to final approval by the TSX Venture Exchange.
Orosur Mining Inc Announces TR-1: Notification of Major Holdings
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM / ACCESS Newswire / April 1, 2025 / TR-1: TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings
Zeus North America Mining Corp. Defines High-Priority Drill Targets at Cuddy Mountain
Coincidental copper-silver-molybdenum soil, rock grab, magnetics and 3D induced polarization anomaly form the basis of the high priority drill targets
Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Joins The Military Power Sources Consortium And The American Carbon Society
Securing Critical Minerals and Supporting National Security Initiatives: Focus Graphite Aligns with Military and Carbon Industry Leaders in the United States
Cerrado Gold Makes Final Payment for the Acquisition of Its Minera Don Nicolas Gold Mine in Santa Cruz, Argentina
US$5 million payment completes balance of the purchase price for MDNMDN purchase price consideration totals US$47 millionOver ~200,000 Gold Equivalent Ounces ("GEO's") produced at MDN since its acquisition in 2020 to year end 2024
American Critical Minerals Applauds US Presidential Executive Order to Increase / Expedite Domestic Critical Mineral Extraction & Processing - Specifically including Potash
Company also notes "Industry Leading Results” from Anson Resources' DLE Pilot with KOCH - Both these Developments have Major Positive Implications for Company's Green River Project*
Electrovaya Receives Purchase Orders for Batteries from Fortune 500 Customer to Re-Power Three Existing Distribution Centers
This purchase order, valued at $8.7 million, is a follow on from a December $4.1 million order, represents the continuation of the customer's fleet conversion strategy with potential further sites planned later in the year
Black Iron Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 1, 2025 / Black Iron Inc. ("Black Iron" or the "Company") (TSX:BKI) is please to announce the appointment of Stephen Woodhead as Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective immediately.
Revolve Signs Agreement to Acquire 9.6 MW Operating Wind Project in the United States
Project will add strong recurring revenue stream to current portfolio
Atlas Tube Unveils the HSS Connections Hub(TM): Complimentary Tools and Expert Support to Help Structural Engineers Streamline HSS Connection Design
CHICAGO, IL / ACCESS Newswire / April 1, 2025 / Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, today introduces its HSS Connections Hub™ featuring an innovative suite of engineering resources designed to simplify Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) connection design for structural engineers and fabricators. The Connections Hub is built to:
Computer pioneer Microsoft turns 50 in the age of AI
Microsoft has been at the heart of computing for half a century, becoming a tech stalwart almost taken for granted as lifestyles embraced the internet.