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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Forest Shoes': latex and aรงaรญ seeds become raw materials for sustainable shoes made in the Amazon

A 75-year-old entrepreneur in Brazil is revolutionizing the use of latex in the Amazon by creating sustainable shoes from natural rubber and aรงaรญ seeds.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Tinubu Approves One Year Extension of Ban On Raw Shea Nut Export

President Bola Tinubu has extended the ban on raw shea nut exports in Nigeria for an additional year to enhance domestic processing and support national industries.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Shea stakeholders urge government to license buyers, protect pickers

Agribusiness stakeholders in Nigeria are advocating for a structured licensing system for shea nut buyers following the government's extension of a ban on raw shea nut exports to promote domestic processing.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:27 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Govt Lithium Export Ban Sparks Hope for Value Addition

Zimbabwe's government has banned the export of raw lithium concentrate to encourage local processing and enhance economic growth.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:52 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Zimbabwe bans the export of all its raw minerals, including lithium

Zimbabwe has imposed a ban on the export of all raw minerals, particularly lithium, to strengthen government control over its critical mining resources.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Zimbabwe halts raw mineral exports

Zimbabwe's Ministry of Mines announced an immediate suspension of all raw mineral and lithium concentrate exports for the time being, citing national interest and asking mining companies to cooperate with the government.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Major lithium producer imposes export ban

Zimbabwe has enacted an immediate export ban on all raw minerals and lithium concentrates to promote local processing and curtail export malpractices.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Tinubu extends raw shea nut export ban by one year

President Bola Tinubu has extended the ban on exporting raw shea nuts for an additional year to enhance domestic processing and value addition in Nigeria.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:38 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Government Suspends Export of All Raw Minerals, Mines Minister Says Move Is in National Interest

The Zimbabwean government has suspended the export of all raw minerals, including lithium concentrates, citing national interest and a need for increased local beneficiation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Zimbabwe bans all raw mineral exports with immediate effect

Zimbabwe has implemented an immediate ban on all raw mineral exports, aimed primarily at enhancing state control over critical resources.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Suspends Raw Mineral Exports

The Zimbabwean government has suspended the export of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates to promote value addition and enhance oversight in the mining sector.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Dirty Business campaigner issues chilling raw sewage warning to millions of homes

A campaigner warns that untreated sewage is still a significant issue in the UK, criticizing the Environment Agency and advocating for increased monitoring.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Theodorikakos: Approval of 400 million euros from the Commission for heavy industry

Greek Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos announced the European Commission's approval of 400 million euros to boost heavy industry, which is expected to encourage investments and job creation in critical raw material sectors.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mining sector is a pillar of Greeceโ€™s geopolitical strengthening

The mining sector in Greece is increasingly recognized as vital for both economic development and geopolitical balance, according to industry leaders.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Tariffs, Scocchia (Illycaffรจ): "Refunds are not easy, we will redo the calculations"

Cristina Scocchia, CEO of Illycaffรจ, discusses the challenges posed by new tariffs and rising raw material costs affecting the coffee industry.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Southern Africa: Zimbabwe No Longer Keen On Raw Mineral Exports, Says Mnangagwa

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa announces a shift in the country's policy towards mineral exports, focusing on local processing and value addition to boost economic growth.

Feb 23 โ€ข 18:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

Children left alone in filthy home 'for days' covered in faeces and trying to eat raw meat

A mother is accused of neglect for reportedly abandoning her two disabled children in a filthy home in Michigan, prompting a police investigation following a neighbor's call.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Lindsey Vonn's Raw Update โ€“ Shared Harsh Details on the Operating Table

Lindsey Vonn recently shared a candid update on her health following multiple surgeries from a severe injury sustained during the Olympics.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The raw, beautiful, and absorbing drama Josephine confirms in Berlin what it already demonstrated in Sundance

The film 'Josephine' is celebrated for its disturbing narrative that tackles the theme of violation through the perspective of a child.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Dentist says teeth can whiten naturally if you eat healthy 75p snack

A dentist reveals that eating raw, crunchy vegetables like carrots and celery can naturally whiten teeth, offering an affordable alternative to expensive whitening products.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Constantinos Yazitzoglou, President of the SME: The Mining Sector as a Pillar of Greece's Geopolitical Strengthening

Constantinos Yazitzoglou emphasizes the growing recognition of the mining sector's importance for Greece's geopolitical strength and economic development.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Glyphosate as a Strategic Raw Material: USA Will Support Roundup Despite Lawsuits

The article discusses the United States' continued support for glyphosate and the Roundup brand, despite ongoing legal challenges related to health concerns.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: President Sets Ambitious Target to End Raw Mineral Exports Within 5 Years

President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana has announced a plan to eliminate raw mineral exports within five years to boost the national economy through increased local processing.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Recall of Jacobs Selected Raw Bratwurst

Unil has recalled Jacobs Selected Raw Bratwurst due to undeclared egg content, posing a health risk to egg-allergic consumers.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Lagos seals public toilet over sewage discharge, warns against pollution

The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office has sealed a public toilet for discharging raw sewage into a drain, citing public health risks and environmental pollution.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜Itโ€™s a catastropheโ€™: Wellington rages as millions of litres of raw sewage pour into ocean

Wellington, New Zealand, is facing a severe environmental crisis as raw sewage continues to flow into the ocean due to the collapse of its wastewater treatment plant, affecting marine ecosystems and public health.

Feb 19 โ€ข 03:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The most poisonous plant named: this vegetable is particularly loved and eaten by many

Experts have identified certain types of beans as potentially poisonous when consumed raw, but emphasize the importance of proper cooking to ensure safety.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Food Prices Rising in Estonia, Raw Materials Cheaper Beyond Borders

Food prices in Estonia have risen by 6% since January last year, while some raw material prices have fallen by up to 70% globally.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:56 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: 60 Percent of Ghana's Tree Crops to Be Processed Locally

President Mahama announced a plan for Ghana to process 60% of its major tree crops locally to enhance industrialization and reduce reliance on raw exports.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

The district court ordered Omri Asnehayim to transfer the raw materials from the interview with Feldstein, except for 'not for citation' materials

The district court in Lod ordered journalist Omri Asnehayim to provide police with the raw materials from an interview with former Prime Minister spokesman Eli Feldstein, while exempting certain statements marked 'not for citation.'

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
Life & Tech

Should we eat oatmeal raw or cooked? There is actually a difference, according to nutritionists.

Experts weigh in on whether raw or cooked oats are better for health, noting that the best choice depends on various factors.

Feb 18 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
National & Local

Critical Raw Materials in the EU / We Do Not Have Our Own Mines, Processing, and Most Materials Are Not Recycled, European Auditors State

A recent report from the European Court of Auditors highlights the EU's insufficient attention to critical raw materials necessary for energy transformation.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mytilineos: Delivery of gallium packages to interested buyers to commence shortly

Mytilineos is set to begin the shipment of gallium packages for testing to buyers in the US, Europe, and Japan, marking a significant advancement in Greece's role in the global critical raw materials sector.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finland will remain China's 'raw material store' unless branding of products is learned, warns expert

An expert warns that Finland's exports to China are lagging behind other Nordic countries due to a lack of effective branding.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Strong Lunar New Year demand fuels Chinaโ€™s gold jewellery market

Chinese retailers are offering discounts on gold jewellery to attract customers ahead of the Lunar New Year, but prices are expected to rise after the holiday due to increased raw material costs.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Photographs of Viktor Kolรกล™ Are Not Dark, but Rawly Poetic

This article discusses the unique qualities of Viktor Kolรกล™'s photography, which is described as raw and poetic rather than dark.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

A Woman Who Eats a Kilogram of Raw Meat a Day Reveals the Diet's Impact on Health

A 28-year-old woman from Latvia has been eating nearly a kilogram of raw red meat daily, raising health concerns and disturbing reactions from her friends and family.

Feb 16 โ€ข 22:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Evangelos Mytilineos: The shipment of gallium packages to interested buyers will begin soon

Evangelos Mytilineos announced that the shipment of gallium packages to buyers in the U.S., Europe, and Japan will start soon for testing and evaluation purposes.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greek fleet underpins international trade

The Greek-owned fleet plays a crucial role in global trade, controlling significant shares of transport capacity for energy and raw materials.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

A woman who calls herself a carnivore eats a kilogram of raw meat a day, and the harsh warning from a health check left her speechless

A woman named Wendy Marshall consumes nearly a kilogram of raw red meat daily, but health assessments have raised alarming concerns about her dietary habits.

Feb 14 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Strictly James Jordan on seeing Robin Windsor before his death: 'it's very raw'

James Jordan discusses the emotional impact of seeing his friend Robin Windsor prior to his tragic death, revealing the hidden struggles Windsor faced.

Feb 13 โ€ข 18:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Sahara Hotnights sounds both dirtier and prettier

Sahara Hotnights returns to their raw energy levels of youth in their new album, showcasing a collection of stable and sympathetic songs.

Feb 13 โ€ข 06:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Import Prices Rise for Seven Consecutive Months Due to Raw Material Costs

Despite declines in international oil prices and the won-dollar exchange rate, import prices in South Korea have risen for the seventh consecutive month due to increased raw material costs.

Feb 12 โ€ข 22:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

It's about women's desire to submit to raw sexuality

The article discusses the thematic elements of the new adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights' and the associated cultural commentary on women's desires.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Raw abuse in a family in Opava area: Court sent man and woman to custody

A court in the Opava region has remanded a man and a woman into custody on charges of severe family abuse.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Keith Richards and Tom Waits: a 'junk brotherhood', nights of bourbon, and great songs from two sound pirates

Keith Richards and Tom Waits have built an artistic relationship based on a shared view of music as raw, physical, and deliberately imperfect since their meeting in the mid-1980s.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Why Nigeriaโ€™s export story must change

Nigeria's historical reliance on exporting unprocessed raw materials is unsustainable, prompting calls for a shift towards more complex and value-added exports to foster economic prosperity.

Feb 12 โ€ข 00:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

US is interested in processing critical minerals in Brazil, says State Department

The US shows interest in processing critical minerals in Brazil, considering the country a strategic partner in the development of essential raw materials.

Feb 11 โ€ข 22:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

The History of a Raw Material: How Sugar Became a Commodity

The article explores the fascinating journey of sugar from a natural resource to a globally traded commodity and the economic theories surrounding market competition.

Feb 11 โ€ข 19:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Millions of dog owners advised over illness in pet food 'bacteria' warning

The UK Health Security Agency has warned dog owners about the potential presence of harmful bacteria in raw pet food, urging them to follow hygiene practices to avoid illness.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:34 UTC

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