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S2 Resources Announces Sale of Finland Assets For C$7M

S2 Resources Ltd (ASX: S2R) has advised that (following due diligence) Outback Goldfields (TSXV: OZ) and S2 have entered into a letter of intent (LOI) in which Outback will purchase S2’s Finnish assets, also known as Sakumpu, for C$7M.

Outback intends to undertake a concurrent non-brokered private placement to raise C$5M as an integral condition of the transaction to position itself to explore S2’s highly prospective land holding in the Central Lapland Greenstone Belt (CLGB) of northern Finland
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The Rise of MENA: Saudi Arabia & Morocco’s Ambitions in the EV Battery Supply Chain

Saudi Arabia and Morocco are making head way in the race to secure a foothold in the global lithium-ion battery supply chain. By leveraging state support, different policy approaches, and geopolitical trends these Middle East/North Africa (MENA) countries are aiming to attract investors and bolster their presence in the electric vehicle (EV) revolution.

In December, nearly 200 nations reached an agreement at COP28 to transition away from fossil fuels by mid-century. Saudi Arabia has earmarked g
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Falcon Gold Receives Drill Permit Approval at Great Burnt Copper Project

Falcon Gold Corp. (TSXV: FG | GR: 3FA | OTCQB: FGLDF) has received drill permit approval to conduct a diamond drilling programme at its Great Burnt Copper Project in central Newfoundland, Canada.

The company initially plans to test up to 10 geophysical anomalies with a maximum of 1,100m of drilling. The company will provide further guidance on an estimated drill start date once logistics for the programme are determined and service providers are confirmed.

“We are extremely pleased to have bee
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Northisle Copper Announces High Gold & Copper Recoveries at Northwest Expo

Northisle Copper and Gold Inc. (TSXV: NCX) has announced preliminary metallurgical results from its Northwest Expo target within the North Island Project. The results demonstrate combined flotation and leach recoveries ranging from 88.7% to 92.6% for gold and flotation ranging from 68.7% to 87.7% for copper.

“We are very pleased to receive these positive metallurgical results at Northwest Expo within the North Island Project,” commented Northisle president & CEO Sam Lee. “Gold recoveries were s
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Riding the Uranium Wave: Supply Risks and US Enrichment Calls Push Prices to 16-Year Highs

Amidst a remarkable turnaround in the uranium market, prices have surged to a staggering 16-year high. This week, uranium hit an impressive US$106/lb, an admirable feat compared to the modest prices of below US$49/lb seen in 2023.

“With short-term dynamics remaining supportive, prices seem on course to exceed the June 2007 all-time highs of US$136/lb.” Jefferies analysts Chris Drew and Christopher LaFemina told the WSJ.

This extraordinary price surge underscores a significant shift in market d
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Prospects & Pitfalls: Exploring the Effects of the IRA

The Inflation Reduction Act has seen an eventful first year in action, catalyzing US$270B in investments and at least 83 new or expanded manufacturing facilities as a result, according to the American Clean Power Association.

The Inflation Reduction Act, or IRA, has attracted heavy investment into US battery supply chains that largely did not exist prior. Passed on 16 August 2022, it was enacted by the US Congress and President Joe Biden to stimulate funding and support efforts towards US goals

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One Hong Kong neon artist keeps his craft alive by teaching new generation

One of the most well-known signs to have come down recently was that promoting the Koon Nam Wah Bridal store in Yau Ma Tei, in August.

In the past 20 years, though, most of Hong Kong’s neon signage has been removed, either for safety reasons or because of the increased popularity of cheap, more energy-efficient LEDs.

Neon signs have been drawing the eye in Hong Kong for more than a century, a familiar sight in the city’s nightscape advertising everything from pharmacies and seafood restaurants
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POST EDIT: Omega My Choice watch campaign celebrates the modern woman

It is the latest example of Omega’s historic bond with women, and sees each woman wear a watch of her choice.

The true character of Omega is being revealed through its new women’s campaign, which includes big names such as model and actress Kaia Gerber, model Kiko Mizuhara and Olympic runner Allyson Felix.

For more than 100 years, the company has delivered timepieces for both men and women that are reliable, beautiful and versatile.

Omega has always chosen strong and diverse women from around
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Classical music paired with art to keep young concertgoers interested

The concerts are part of the orchestra’s long-running “Short-cut to Classical Music” series aimed at making classical music accessible and enjoyable by mixing it with different modes of artistic expression, such as dance, theatre and visual art, says Yip Wing-sie , its music director emeritus.

On August 6 and 7, the Hong Kong Sinfonietta will present “Seeing Beyond the Sound & Notes”, a concert programme in which the audience will be shown artwork designed to bring out new ways of understanding
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Stay or go? Hong Kong dance show draws on families’ tough decision

As the music swells, the dancers glide forward as one. Then, the group falls away to leave two male dancers centre stage. There is a sense of contest between them but they are drawn together helplessly. The duet ends with one leaning into the other before being pushed away to rejoin the rest of the dancers.

The “wind” is the storm of life, according to choreographer Kelvin Mak Cheuk-hung, and it has been blowing particularly hard in Hong Kong in recent years.

During rehearsal for The Wind of E
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M+ museum collaborates with Lululemon for summer wellness programme

M+ director Suhanya Raffel says that the “M+ You. Care for Good” programme “aims at promoting well-being and sustainable living in [Hong Kong] communities as the world’s post-Covid recovery takes off”.

The museum of visual culture and collaborators including the athletic apparel store Lululemon will provide health- and wellness-focused experiences this summer, under the themes “Good Health”, “Good Food”, “Good Mind” and “Good Neighbour”.

If you’re looking for a reason to visit Hong Kong’s M+ m
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Hong Kong Disneyland’s new fireworks show is worth the 4-year wait

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Hong Kong Disneyland launches new fireworks show featuring lasers, water fountains and projections beamed onto Castle of Magical Dreams

Rain, lightning and thunder were not enough to dampen spirits as Hong Kong Disneyland premiered its new fireworks show, “Momentous”, to invited guests this week. The show is scheduled to debut to the public on Saturday, June 18 after nearly 4½ years of anticipation following the susp

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The Assay TV - Douglas Chikohora, Chief Executive Officer, CAA Mining

The Assay TV speaks with Douglas Chikohora, CEO of CAA Mining, a private, multi-commodity explorer focused on the Mankesim Lithium Project, Ghana.

Douglas explains that the company is bullish on lithium, emphasising that now is the perfect time for lithium exploration given its global demand.

In addition, CAA’s inaugural RC drill programme commenced in November 2023 with 16 holes completed to date, 14 of which intersected pegmatites ranging from 10-150m in width.
Douglas urges investors to look out for compelling news flow in the coming months, including the possibility of CAA Mining becoming publicly listed on the ASX.

Website: www.caamining.com
Primary ticker: PRIVATE
Stage of development: Exploration
Commodities: Gold, Lithium
Projects to promote: Mankesim Lithium Project, Akoko Gold Project
Project location: Ghana
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The Assay TV - Murray Hill, Managing Director & CEO, Elevate Uranium (ASX:EL8 | OTCQX:ELVUF)

The Assay TV catches up with Murray Hill, CEO, and managing director of Elevate Uranium (ASX: EL8 | OTCQX: ELVUF), a uranium exploration company that has significant resources in Namibia and Australia and is making new discoveries through active exploration programmes.

Last month, the company announced an updated JORC inferred mineral resource estimate of 48Mlb eU3O8 for its Koppies Uranium Project, Namibia, representing a 136% increase. Murray states that this substantially advances the status of the project, building the company’s global mineral resources to 142Mlb eU3O8.

Elevate currently has three drill rigs operating to further expand the resource. The next resource update will include the drilling currently in progress and is expected to be completed in Q1 2024.

Website: www.elevateuranium.com.au
Primary tickers: ASX:EL8, OTCQX:ELVUF
Stage of development: Exploration
Commodity: Uranium
Projects to promote: Namibian & Australian Projects
Project locations: Namibia, Australia
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The Assay TV - Colin Moorhead, Executive Chairman & MD, Xanadu Mines (ASX:XAM | TSX:XAM)

Website: www.xanadumines.com
Primary tickers: ASX:XAM, TSX:XAM
Stage of development: Exploration, Development
Commodities: Copper, Gold, Silver
Project to promote: Kharmagtai
Project location: Mongolia

This interview was recorded at our 121 Mining Investment Hong Kong event from 9-10 October 2023. For more information about the event and those who participated, click here: https://www.weare121.com/121mininginvestment-hk/

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Toxic toads collected by hand in Taiwan to protect pets, wildlife and humans

Large, toxic and voracious cane toads are being collected by hand in Taiwan in a bid to protect pets, wild animals and even humans on the island.

Volunteers from the Taiwan Amphibian Conservation Society worked by flashlight to gather toads late into Sunday night, and have collected up to 300, according to the group.

“We hope to minimize the impact brought by the invasive species by collecting them to protect our own local species,” volunteer Guava Tsai told NBC News via Facebook on Monday.

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Wild boar hunt in Hong Kong: Animal attacks lead to crackdown

HONG KONG — They’ve taken subway rides, loitered at pedestrian crossings and been fed by local residents. But now wild boars have finally gone a step too far for authorities in Hong Kong.

Increasing incidents involving the animals, which have long roamed the hills and hiking trails surrounding the bustling metropolis, culminated in one biting a police officer last week.

In response, authorities in the Asian financial hub are cracking down.

Officials said they launched the boar hunt Wednesday
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Chinese photographer apologizes after backlash over Dior model's 'Western' depiction

HONG KONG — A Chinese fashion photographer has apologized after backlash over work she did for French luxury brand Dior.

The picture featured a tan, freckled model of Asian descent wearing traditional Chinese clothing while holding a black Lady Dior bag. It was criticized for perpetuating Western stereotypes of East Asian faces and failing to represent beauty standards in the region, which typically favor fairer skin and large eyes.

The photo was removed from display at a Dior fashion exhibiti
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Secluded Thai beach made famous by Leonardo DiCaprio movie to reopen after long tourist break

A beautiful cove in Thailand made famous in the Leonardo DiCaprio movie "The Beach" will reopen to the public almost three years after it was closed because of environmental damage, authorities said.

With its white sand and crystal clear waters, Maya Bay became a popular tourist destination after the film, based on the novel by Alex Garland, was released in 2000.

While the 4,000 to 5,000 daily visitors provided a welcome boost to the local economy, the trash — particularly plastics — they left

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