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Mineral Exploration in the Amazon
The Brazilian government abolishes vast reserve in the Amazon for mineral exploration. It's thought to be rich in gold, iron, manganese and other minerals.
The Brazilian government abolishes vast reserve in the Amazon for mineral exploration. It's thought to be rich in gold, iron, manganese and other minerals. Also: Investigation into killing of teenage student in the Philippines, and typhoon Hato makes landfall in Hong Kong.
(Picture: Deforested area of Amazon. Credit: AFP)
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