Matter & Energy News -- ScienceDaily

• Fool’s gold isn’t so foolish: Scientists find hidden treasure in pyrite
  Researchers have discovered lithium hidden in pyrite within ancient shale rocks—an unexpected find that could reshape how we source this critical battery material. It raises the possibility of extracting lithium from existing waste, reducing the need for new mining.
• Graphene just defied a fundamental law of physics
  In a major breakthrough, scientists have observed electrons in graphene flowing like a nearly frictionless liquid, defying a core law of physics. This exotic quantum state not only reveals new fundamental behavior but could also unlock powerful future technologies.