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All That Glitters In Afghanistan
An estimated $1 trillion in ore deposits lie beneath Afghanistan's surface, if only they can get the minerals to market.
Patricia Waldron, Contributor
Earth
There’s Gold In Them, Thar Hills -- And Toxic Mercury
Detritus from the Gold Rush is heading toward America’s food basket.
Joel Shurkin, Contributor
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