Iran announces discovery of large lithium deposit
IRAN has announced the discovery of a large deposit of lithium, a key component of batteries for electric vehicles and electronic devices, state media reported today. “For the first time in Iran, a lithium reserve has been discovered in Hamedan”, in the west of the country, state television quoted Mohammad Hadi Ahmadi, an official with […]
Don't demolish buildings in Penang without permission, warns CM
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Flood situation worsening in Ayer Hitam, says Dr Wee
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Pakistan’s Lahore bans Women’s Day march
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Relief centre in Batu Pahat flooded, over 300 victims to be relocated
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Johor's Sultan Ibrahim mobilises three air boats to help flood victims
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EPF's assets under management drop for first time since 1985
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