Key Points A 4.45 billion-year-old zircon grain from the Martian meteorite NWA7034 provided evidence of ancient water-rich fluids. Nano-scale geochemistry was used to detect elements indicating hydrothermal activity. The presence of water during early crust formation suggests Mars was potentially...
Key Points Anglo American is selling its steelmaking coal assets to Peabody Energy for up to $3.78 billion, including upfront, deferred, and contingent payments. Anglo aims to streamline its business by focusing on copper, premium iron ore, and crop nutrients. The deal reflects Peabody’s resurgence since its 2016 bankruptcy and its focus on the global...
Key Points South Korean prosecutors have sought a five-year jail term for Samsung Chairman Jay Y. Lee, citing misconduct in a 2015 merger of Samsung affiliates. Lee and former executives deny claims of prioritizing personal control over shareholder interests during the merger. The case follows Lee’s acquittal of fraud and manipulation charges earlier this year,...
Key Points China and the EU are reportedly close to eliminating tariffs on Chinese EV imports, with discussions focusing on setting a minimum price for EVs in the EU. The news surged shares of Chinese EV makers, including NIO Inc., Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd., Li Auto, BAIC Motor Corp Ltd., and BYD Co. The EU...
Key Points Windows 11 update 24H2 has been causing crashes and freezes in Ubisoft games such as Assassin's Creed titles...
Key Points Howard Lutnick, Donald Trump’s pick for Commerce Secretary, is exploring a major crypto lending initiative with Tether. The...
