The amount of sea ice on Earth has reached record lows, as confirmed by the latest satellite measurements since 1978. This decline is the result of a long-term loss of ice in the Arctic, compounded by an unexpected and not yet fully understood loss in Antarctica. Why is sea ice crucial? Sea ice is an important indicator of climate change a...
Canadian company First Quantum intends to initiate arbitration against Panama, Panama's Commerce Ministry and the company announced Sunday. Panama's Supreme Court is considering nullifying the copper contract, which some opponents consider unfair. On Oct. 20, the Panamanian government approved a contract with First Quantum to operate the Cobr...