U.S. EV Boom Stalls on Lithium Supply Crunch
The U.S. EV sector faces a lithium shortage despite a Texas plant’s breakthrough in recycling lithium from wastewater. The Chinese mainland still leads global processing.
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Trump’s 2025 Raids Send Migrants to El Salvador Mega Prison
President Trump’s 2025 raids sent migrants to El Salvador’s new mega prison, sparking debates on security, due process, and human rights.
Trump Ends TPS for 350K Haitians, Families Left in Limbo
The Trump administration has ended Temporary Protected Status for 350,000 Haitian residents in the US, revoking their right to live and work and leaving families uncertain.
Trump’s ICE Crackdown Hits Minnesota and Louisiana
ICE raids expanded to Minnesota and Louisiana on Dec. 3, marking a new wave of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Democratic-led cities.
Macron Heads to China to Secure Minerals for France’s Green Future
On his state visit this week, President Macron is partnering with China to secure lithium, cobalt, and other critical minerals, fueling France’s green ambitions in EVs, hydrogen, and AI.
Putin Vows Donbas Takeover as EU Eyes Frozen Assets for Ukraine
Putin warns of a forceful Donbas takeover as the EU plans to tap frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine’s defence amid ongoing clashes and diplomatic efforts.
Vietnam’s 2025 Storms Cause Record $3.9B in Damages
Vietnam has faced 21 storms and depressions in the first 11 months of 2025, leading to nearly $3.9B in damages. Authorities warn of ongoing flash floods and landslides, especially in central provinces.
Experts Fear Rise of Japanese Militarism After PM’s Taiwan Region Remarks
Global experts warn Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s recent Taiwan region remarks signal a dangerous resurgence of militarism that could threaten regional and global peace.
UN Chief: Israel’s Gaza Campaign ‘Fundamentally Wrong’
UN chief Antonio Guterres calls Israel’s Gaza operation “fundamentally wrong,” highlighting civilian toll and war crimes concerns.
Japan’s PM Takaichi Hit with Illegal Donation Claim
A complaint filed on Dec 4, 2025 accuses Japan’s PM Takaichi of accepting an above-limit 10M yen donation, fueling the LDP’s ongoing slush fund scandal.