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Neodymium magnets can be up to ten times stronger than traditional ferrite magnets, making them essential for electric cars, wind turbines, and smartphones.
Parker Schnabel aims to extract 155 mg of gold from one yard of dirt, highlighting the challenges faced by gold miners in a struggling economy.
Archaeologists have found evidence of ancient rituals in Wisconsin, revealing the state's long history and connection to its natural resources.
Peter Hassler details the history of Yerevan, a uranium-mining town in Colorado, in the New Yorker.
Tyler finds a piece of gold weighing about half a gram while using a metal detector, prompting excitement and celebration among his friends.
Effective design in mining operations is highlighted as a team discusses optimal conveyor belt placement to enhance efficiency in gold extraction.
A strategic plan to enhance fine gold collection is examined, highlighting miners' challenges and audience feedback on content frequency from the Discovery Channel.
Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine disrupts global food supplies and threatens vulnerable populations.
Smartphones rely on elements from Australia, Chile, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
People eat 65 billion chickens every year, yet chicken prices have fallen sharply.
The world uses 40 billion tonnes of sand each year, but reserves are running low.
The sex toy market booms, reaching $19 billion in 2021, with roots in the Kama Sutra and Victorian Times.
Vanilla prices soar in Madagascar's Northeast, impacting farmers like Benny Oh Don and Charlie Feeney.
Paul Cavazos reveals the skyrocketing value of Pokémon cards during the pandemic.
Coffee's journey from its 8th-century origins in Ethiopia to its role as a global economic commodity reveals the complexities of the coffee trade and cultural significance.
Colombia produces 90 percent of the world's emeralds, with street traders negotiating prices for stones worth up to 15 million pesos.
Fred faces challenges with his new bulldozer while aiming for 500 ounces of gold.
Freddy and Juan conduct a critical 2-hour test on their new wash plant in an effort to enhance gold recovery for the owner in the gold mining industry.
The history of the fur trade in Canada highlights its evolution from a pursuit of wild animal skins for European royalty to a significant component of the modern industrial economy.
In the emerald mines of Muzo, Colombia, treasure hunters known as 'Poor Bastards' sift through waste in harsh conditions, seeking value in discarded materials.
In Yiwu, China, the world's largest wholesale market spans five miles and showcases the daily lives of vendors selling a vast array of products.
A Colombian emerald worth 40,000 Euros is negotiated down to 10,000 Euros in a bustling market in Bogotá.
Ivory Coast, the world's leading cocoa producer, is experiencing economic resurgence post-civil war while grappling with social inequalities and political instability.
Côte d'Ivoire, the world's largest cocoa producer, faces a crisis as over 100,000 tonnes of cocoa are smuggled out, impacting local farmers and prompting government action.
The Diavik mine in Northwest Territories, Canada, is a key source of diamonds and other minerals.
The moon's rare earths and Helium 3 present lucrative opportunities for future mining ventures.
Up to 200 people illegally enter the world's largest ruby mine in northern Mozambique each day, seeking a share of the region's mineral wealth.
Emeralds sourced in Bogotá, Colombia, are transported for sale on the international market, sparking debate over their true value and the future of the trade.
Parker Schnabel and his team resort to hand-washing dirt to extract gold in America, facing economic challenges and large rock obstructions.
Set during the early days of the fur trade, a dark allegory explores themes of greed and spiritual reckoning in a historical context.
The gemstone auction in Muzo, Colombia, features 1.5kg of emeralds guarded by a private militia.
Freddy Dodge and Juan Ibarra implement fixes that increase gold recovery from 0.16 ounces to over 2 ounces in a single day, worth $3,600.
Tony Beets and his team of gold miners tackle the challenges of mining in America as they aim to extract 5,000 ounces of gold this season.
Gold miners in Alaska and across the globe assess their seasonal profits amid economic challenges, highlighting the determination required to succeed in the industry.
Captain John Conrad discusses the Suez Canal blockage and the challenges of modern shipping.
In a single day, gold miners extract $2,000 worth of gold, highlighting the excitement and challenges of the gold mining industry.
Evy Hambro of BlackRock and Neil Hume from the Financial Times analyze the factors affecting gold prices and market trends for 2014.
Investors face market volatility in 2018, learning from shocks in February, October, and December.
Aluminium production faces pressure for greener methods amid rising global demand.
New Zealand's black foot abalone divers face dangers for high rewards in cold waters.
Experts discuss the Taliban's income sources as they prepare to govern a whole country.
Illicit minerals in Eastern Congo fuel conflict and displace over half a million people.
The Ukraine war is pushing global food prices up, threatening 1.4 billion people with famine.
Donald Trump keeps talking about oil prices, affecting American investment patterns.
America's LNG exports surge due to high demand from Europe and Asia, raising domestic prices.
EU leaders blame sabotage for Nord Stream leaks, escalating tensions between Russia and Poland.
Dominic Rossi and Mario Draghi discuss the emerging market crisis affecting global policies.
Argentina seeks change under Christina Fernandez amid economic turmoil and political shifts.
