Vast ‘snow yard’ in otherwise arid Rajasthan attracts hundreds of tourists daily, but residents face major health risks.
The US president also praises the security advantages of last month’s deal with Denmark and Greenland.
Deadly air raids on gold miners in Sudan expose deepening border lawlessness and regional instability.
Afghan miners endure harsh conditions, relying on basic tools to extract precious emeralds in Panjshir’s steep valleys.
Campaigners say ruling sets a precedent requiring climate damage be weighed when fossil fuel projects are considered.
Amid tight Iowa midterm races, US President Trump emphasises steel industry revival with a project announcement.
Warmth on display in Washington contrasts significantly with the language Trump has used to characterise Beijing and Xi.
Nearly 100 people have died in recent days in the scramble for gold, whose value has grown in a shattered economy.
Scott Bessent and He Lifeng meet in New York for US-China talks ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting later this week.
Nigerian security forces have opened fire on protesters angry over the deaths of 37 miners who died in detention.
Government has promised to fully investigate after 37 miners died while being held in police custody in Niger State.
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