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Thailand: Rare earth mining pollutes rivers

April 17, 2026

Rare earth mining in Myanmar pollutes rivers at Thailand's border. In Freetown, Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr fights climate impacts. In Paris, urban farming showcases local food systems and shorter supply chains.

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