The Daily Populous

Sunday May 11st, 2025 night edition

image for Volcanic white gold: A lithium deposit valued at $1.5 trillion has been discovered in the U.S.

The excitement stems from estimates that value the deposit at about $1.5 trillion.

Some geologists say these ancient volcanic sediments could contain between 20 and 40 million metric tons of lithium.

Neighbors around the caldera and the McDermitt deposit worry that large-scale extraction could damage an ecosystem that supports pronghorn antelope, sage-grouse, and other sensitive species.

A proposal from HiTech Minerals Inc. seeks to add roads and hundreds of wells to test for lithium in Malheur County.

Some see parallels to disputes in Nevada, where communities have fought lithium ventures they say threaten water sources.

As the push for lithium grows, local voices want to remain central in discussions about land use.

Sierra Club Oregon suggests it’s possible to develop lithium alternatives or find better ways to source the metal. »

Zero ships from China are bound for California’s top ports. Officials haven’t seen that since the pandemic

Authored by cnn.com

For many businesses, it is now too expensive to do business with China, one of America’s most important trading partners.

Officials are concerned not just about the lack of vessels leaving China, but the speed at which that number dropped.

On Wednesday, the Port of Seattle said it had zero container ships in the port, another anomaly that hasn’t happened since the pandemic. »

India Pakistan live updates: Govt says armed forces are maintaining strong vigil

Authored by hindustantimes.com

We believe that Pakistan should understand this situation properly and take appropriate action immediately to stop this intrusion.

Reacting to the ceasefire agreement, Pakistan on Sunday said that it “remains committed to faithful implementation” of the deal reached with India.

Drones have been spotted in several parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Gujarat's Kutch, Punjab and Rajasthan following Pakistan's violation of a ceasefire deal with India. »