Colombia is advancing a mining bill that would prohibit future coal exploration and production contracts. This measure also opens the door for the government to take over mining assets in specific situations. Colombia is South America’s leading coal producer, playing a pivotal role in the region’s energy sector and contributing significantly to the global coal […]
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A crowdfunding campaign to raise money for the family of the policeman who shot dead teenager Nahel M. in France topped 1.4 million euros ($1.5 million) on Tuesday, outstripping donations to his victim’s family and drawing anger from a swathe of French society. [#translated_full_content] [#item_full_content]