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Apr 12 2026BUSINESS

Australia and U. S. Pump $3. 5 B into Key Mineral Projects

Australia and the United States have announced a fresh $3. 5 billion investment in critical mineral development, nearly doubling the commitment made earlier this year when they signed a cooperation framework. The new funding aims to help Australian companies mine and refine metals essential for defe

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Apr 12 2026HEALTH

Citizens’ Views on Health Benefits for Low‑Income People

The way governments decide which new medicines to fund usually looks only at the total health improvement they bring. Who gets those benefits and how that affects wealth gaps is rarely considered. In the Netherlands, researchers asked ordinary people to weigh in on this question. They used a techni

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Apr 12 2026BUSINESS

Promotions and Job Highlights in Richmond

A weekly bulletin in the Metro Business section spotlights new job openings, awards and achievements of local leaders. Listings start at $62, with the price depending on the ad’s length. Businesses can submit their notices by calling (804) 643-4414 or via the website Go. Richmond. com/OnTheMove, wit

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Apr 12 2026BUSINESS

Build a Business Site Fast and Cheap with an AI Tool

A new way for small business owners to launch a website is now available at a low price. The platform uses artificial intelligence to do the coding work that normally requires a developer. With this deal, entrepreneurs can pay a one‑time fee of $400 to keep the service forever. The plan is aimed at

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Australia’s Leader Heads to Brunei and Malaysia for Fuel Talks

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to travel from April 14 to 17, stopping first in Brunei’s Bandar Seri Begawan and then in Kuala Lumpur. He will sit down with Bruneian ruler Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to discuss how the two countries can help

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Apr 12 2026CELEBRITIES

Friends, Films and New Faces

Kim Kardashian has become a household name worldwide, yet some Hollywood insiders still view her as merely a celebrity for fame’s sake. Critics argue that she has never proven herself beyond reality TV, and her latest romance with Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton could be a turning point. Hami

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Apr 12 2026LIFESTYLE

A Grandmother’s New World

When the Taiwanese grandma turned eighty, a brief fainting spell made her uneasy. A simple low‑blood‑pressure check by the doctor was all that was needed, but her family still felt it wise to keep an old iPhone handy. She had never learned to read, so learning the four‑digit lock took a full week

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Apr 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Bus Scene in Kojima’s Next Game Sparks Casting Buzz

A fresh cast call for the upcoming game “Physint” shows that the developers are working on a scene reminiscent of the thriller film Speed. The call, announced by MP1st on April 12, says that a bus hijack is part of the story. The casting director Mari Ueda is looking for actors to play a mother w

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Apr 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Thrill Parks Born: Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens Hit the Ground Running

Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens both opened their gates in May 1975, marking a new era for amusement parks in the United States. The two parks were built on different ideas: Kings Dominion aimed to become a large, multi‑theme park in Virginia, while Busch Gardens focused on blending rides with b

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Apr 12 2026SPORTS

Alabama’s Spring Game Highlights and a Transfer Receiver’s Injury

The University of Alabama’s spring scrimmage offered plenty to cheer about. A redshirt freshman quarterback threw four touchdown passes, and the defense made a strong impression. The kicker hit two long field goals, while the running game showed promise. After the game, head coach Kalen DeBoer answ

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