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Copper Prices Fluctuate Amid Tariff Concerns

Copper Prices Fluctuate Amid Tariff Concerns

Jul 22, 2026 · David Chen

Copper prices have seen significant movement, nearing $14,000 per ton. This surge reflects growing market speculation. Traders are closely monitoring the potent

Lessons from the Silk Road for Modern Innovators

Lessons from the Silk Road for Modern Innovators

Jul 21, 2026 · James Parker

Columnist Annalee Newitz recently explored the ancient Silk Road. She found that old technologies offer valuable insights for current advancements. The true eng

Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Canadian Goods

Trump Slaps 50% Tariff on Canadian Goods

Jul 20, 2026 · David Chen

President Donald Trump has enacted a 50% tariff on a broad array of Canadian imports. This move significantly escalates trade tensions between the two North Ame