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The article argues that bringing the mining industry back to the United States could address the environmental and ethical issues associated with sourcing critical minerals from poorer nations. It also discusses the potential benefits of domestic mining, the challenges posed by high operational costs and local opposition, and the role of ethical consumerism and government reforms in promoting responsible mining practices.

The article focuses on the Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to restrict the use of N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP), a solvent found in various consumer and industrial products, due to its association with serious health issues, including miscarriages and organ damage.

The article discusses how U.S. stocks rose to a record high after a three-day lull, with gains in the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq, driven by companies like Merck and Cintas, while Nvidia and GameStop experienced losses, and the bond market remained stable ahead of economic reports.

The article offers news brief as of March 28, 2024 which includes Kimberly-Clark reorganizes into three units to cut costs; H&M's quarterly profit surpasses expectations with a focus on core clientele; China wins steel tariff dispute against Australia at the WTO, accepting the ruling.

The article discusses Unilever's plan to slash 7500 jobs and spin off Ben & Jerry's, aiming to simplify its brand portfolio and reduce costs by nearly 870 million dollars over three years.