International Relations, Politics, Environmental Issues, Health, Cultural Repatriation

French President Macron to meet with President Trump to discuss European plan for peace in Ukraine. Germany's center-right Christian Democrat leader Friedrich Merz likely to become new chancellor. Greenpeace USA facing $300 million lawsuit from Energy Transfer due to protests against Dakota Access Pipeline. Importance of post-workout recovery highlighted for athletic performance and injury prevention. Chile's lithium mining operations causing controversy in local communities. 113 Benin Bronzes returned to Nigeria after being looted by British troops in the late 19th century.

Bolivia's Lithium Deals with Chinese and Russian Companies

Bolivia must pay $2 billion plus interest to Chinese and Russian companies for building lithium processing plants in the country, despite already offering them preferential extraction rights. Critics question the high interest rates and lack of profitability in the deals.

Lithium Mining in Serbia

The world needs lithium for a lower carbon future, but extracting it can cause environmental damage. A proposed lithium mine in Serbia is causing social unrest.

Protest against lithium mining in Belgrade

Thousands protest in Belgrade against plans to mine lithium deposit, crucial for electric car batteries.