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Environmentalists and residents fight a new California gold rush

Environmentalists and residents fight a new California gold rush

Companies are seeking to open old mines and explore in new sensitive regions amid resistance from Californians who want the Gold Rush to remain part of history.

Amazon gold rush continues to decimate Peru's rain forest
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Amazon gold rush continues to decimate Peru's rain forest

Despite government efforts, mining has expanded into protected areas
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