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Bitter communion: Cuban priests ordered to ration mass wafers

To the never-ending list of scarcities in Cuba comes a new addition: communion for the Catholic faithful.

Thousands gather in Thai capital to mourn late princess

The body of the Thai king's eldest daughter was brought to the royal palace in Bangkok on Saturday, as thousands of black-clad mourners lined the procession route.

World Cup struggles to ignite US excitement

Fans put off by prices, some denied visas, and locals more fired up about basketball: the 2026 World Cup is kicking off without much enthusiasm in the United States.

Kenya mourns schoolgirls killed in suspected dorm arson attack

Kenyan families were overwhelmed with grief at a mass Friday for 16 girls killed in a suspected arson attack on their school -- part of a string of pupil protests that have unnerved the country.

Thai princess dies aged 47 after three years in hospital

Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, the king's eldest daughter, has died aged 47, the royal palace announced Friday, more than three years after she was hospitalised following a sudden illness.

Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc: Utilisation of the Block Admission in Respect of ATM Sales Agreement

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Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc: Director/PDMR Shareholding Notification

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Revolve Closes Acquisition of Three-Project, 125 MW US Development-Stage Solar Portfolio

Adds 125 megawatts of US solar development assets across Illinois, New Mexico, and Wisconsin

Eagle Plains and Xcite Define Prospective Geophysical Trends at Black Bay, Lorado and Gulch Uranium Projects, SK.

CRANBROOK, BC / ACCESS Newswire / June 11, 2026 / Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. (TSX-V:EPL)(OTCQB:EGPLF) ("EPL" or "Eagle Plains") with partner, Xcite Uranium Inc. (TSX-V:XRI) ("XRI or Xcite"), is pleased to announce initial geophysical results from a 2025 VTEM Plus airborne geophysical survey carried out by Geotech Airborne Geophysical Surveys that covered the Black Bay (1114ha), Lorado (643ha) and Gulch (1996ha) uranium projects. Advanced geophysical interpretation and modeling by Condor Consulting Inc. is nearing completion and will aid in prioritizing areas for summer fieldwork and targeting drill holes in Q3/Q4 2026.

Anson and POSCO Sign Binding Agreement for DLE Demonstration Plant at Green River

Binding Demonstration Plant Agreement executed with POSCO Holdings for the Green River Lithium Project, Utah, USAPOSCO to lead the project at its own expense including the design, construction and operation of its proprietary Direct Lithium Extraction ("DLE") Demonstration Plant.POSCO to pay ~AUD $7.2 million (USD $5.2 million) facilitation fee to Anson.Demonstration plant designed to validate commercialisation of POSCO's proprietary DLE technology for Green River Brines.During the operation of the demonstration plant operation, the parties will discuss further commercial collaboration.

Ancelotti marks birthday as Spike Lee visits Brazil World Cup training

Brazil players gave coach Carlo Ancelotti a guard of honour for his birthday at a pre-World Cup training session Wednesday attended by Spike Lee.

Drilling Completed at High-Grade Tolmer Silver Discovery

Follow up drilling targeting infill, extensions of a high-grade mineralisationHIGHLIGHTS3,677m RC drilling program completed, targeting extensions of Tolmer's high-grade silver; mineralisation confirmed in numerous prior drilling assays exceeding 2,000 gram-metres Ag1Recent preliminary test yields high-grade concentrate over 100,000 g/t Ag (10% silver)1

Rocky Shore Gold Discovers Bulk-Style Gold Zone at the Gold Anchor Project, Drill Program Expands From 3,500 Metres to 12,500 Metres

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / June 10, 2026 / Rocky Shore Gold Ltd. ("Rocky Shore" or the "Company") (CSE:RSG)(OTCQB:RSGLF) is pleased to report that its initial reconnaissance drill program at the Lane Pond Gold Target has identified an near-surface bulk-style gold zone, interpreted to be associated with the prolific Appleton Fault. The Appleton Fault and its subsidiary splays are among the region's priority gold-bearing structural corridors and host several gold deposits and recent discoveries northeast of the Company's Gold Anchor Project.

Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc: Motapa Exploration Results

High-Grade Drill Results Demonstrate Potential to Extend Bilboes Mine Life(NYSE American:CMCL)(AIM:CMCL)(VFEX:CMCL)

Applied Minerals, Inc. Introduces Its DRAGONITE-HP-1M Grade for Applications Requiring a Sub-Micron Particle Size

EUREKA, UT / ACCESS Newswire / June 10, 2026 / Applied Minerals, Inc., (the "Company") a leading supplier of highly pure halloysite clay products, marketed under the DRAGONITE® trade name, is pleased to Introduce its DRAGONITE-HP-1M grade for applications requiring a sub-micron sized halloysite clay additive.

Japan city relieved as bear caught after roaming streets for days

A bear that roamed the streets of a Japanese city for four days, forcing mass school closures, was caught on Tuesday, capping a search involving dozens of hunters and police.

5E Advanced Materials to Present at the Planet MicroCap Las Vegas Powered by MicroCapClub

HESPERIA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 9, 2026 / 5E Advanced Materials, Inc. ("5E" or the "Company"), a company focused on becoming a vertically integrated global leader and supplier of refined borates and advanced boron derivative materials, today announced that it will be presenting at the Planet MicroCap Las Vegas 2026 Powered by MicroCapClub on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 8:30 AM PT at the Bellagio Resort & Hotel. Paul Weibel, CEO of 5E Advanced Materials, Inc., will be hosting the presentation and answering questions at the conclusion.

XCF Global Granted Additional Period to Regain Listing Compliance by Nasdaq

HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / June 9, 2026 / XCF Global, Inc. ("XCF") (Nasdaq:SAFX), a U.S.-based producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel ("SAF") focused on decarbonizing transportation while supporting domestic fuel supply and energy security, today announced that the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Staff (the "Staff") has granted the Company's request for an additional 180-day period to regain compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement, allowing XCF to maintain its listing on The Nasdaq Stock Market.

Emerging Growth Research Raises Price Target on CopAur Minerals to C$0.37 Following Positive Kinsley Mountain PEA and 52% Resource Expansion

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 8, 2026 / Emerging Growth Research today announced the release of its updated Flash Report on CopAur Minerals Inc. (TSXV:CPAU), maintaining its Buy rating and increasing its 12-month price target to C$0.37 per share (US$0.26), representing approximately 164% upside from the Company's recent share price of C$0.14.

Avino Announces Key Senior Executive Appointments

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / June 8, 2026 / Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. ("Avino" or the "Company") (ASM:TSX)(ASM:NYSE American)(GV6:FSE) is pleased to announce two key executive appointments to the senior management team as the Company moves forward with its transformational growth strategy.

Revolve To Acquire Three-Project, 125 MW US Development Stage Solar Portfolio

Adds 125 megawatts of US solar development assets across Illinois, New Mexico, and Wisconsin

Eskay Mining Corp. Announces a Non-Brokered Flow-Through Private Placement of up to $3.5 million

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CoTec Holdings Corp. Announces Drawdown of Amended and Restated Convertible Loans

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / June 8, 2026 / CoTec Holdings Corp. (TSXV:CTH)(OTCQX:CTHCF) ("CoTec" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has drawn down the full $4,000,000 principal amount available under its previously announced amended and restated convertible loan facilities (the "Amended and Restated Convertible Loans") with Kings Chapel International Limited ("Kings Chapel") and certain funds managed by Epic Capital Management Inc. ("Epic Capital", and together with Kings Chapel, the "Lenders").

Bernadette Chirac, France's dedicated and determined ex-first lady

Bernadette Chirac, who has died aged 93, stood by her late husband, former French president Jacques Chirac, during 12 years as first lady, but also forged her own, more discreet, political career.

Hegseth urges Europe on D-Day to counter present-day 'invasion' on beaches

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday urged Europe to counter what he termed an "invasion" of its coastline by migration, as he marked the 82nd anniversary of the World War II D-Day landings in northern France.

Bernadette Chirac, France's dedicated and discreet first lady

Bernadette Chirac, who has died aged 93, stood by her late husband and French president Jacques Chirac through thick and thin during 12 years as first lady, but also forged her own, more discreet, political career.

Eurovision viewing figures drop to 131 million after boycott

The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was watched by 131 million viewers, organisers said Friday, down 35 million on the year before after five countries boycotted over Israel's participation.

Sicily braces for post-wedding blowout of Dua Lipa, Callum Turner

The yacht is docked, the paparazzi have arrived, and Dua Lipa and Callum Turner -- the celebrity newlyweds set to party in Sicily this weekend -- have been spotted at their five-star hotel.

'Extremely intelligent' bear at large in Japan after hurting four

An "extremely intelligent" bear that injured four people in northern Japan remains at large as of Friday, after apparently unlatching a window while evading capture and turning on a water tap, officials said.

Australia seizes 100,000 cockroaches in bug-breeder bust

Wildlife officers have busted an illegal cockroach-breeding operation in rural Australia, seizing a skin-crawling haul worth more than $100,000 on the black market for exotic bugs.

XCF Global Announces Board Leadership Changes, Including Appointment of Chris Cooper as Chair

Leadership transition reinforces governance structure as Company advances toward next phase of operational readiness and growthChris Cooper to become Board Chair, in addition to his role as Chief Executive OfficerWray Thorn to serve as Chairperson of the Finance CommitteeSi‑Yeon Kim to serve as Lead Independent Board Member in addition to her role as Chairperson of the Governance Committee

'Persepolis' author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56

Franco-Iranian author and film director Marjane Satrapi, best known for the graphic novel and film "Persepolis", has died aged 56, AFP learned Thursday from a member of her close circle.

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