US gov’t downplays effects of coal mining on public lands
The Bureau of Land Management says it didn't find a significant impact from lifting the ban on coal leases.
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Canada backs Zijin Continental Gold acquisition
The deal received Investment Canada Act's approval, and all the required regulatory permits from China.
Rio Tinto to begin copper production at Winu in 2023
The miner called the Western Australia project its "copper opportunity."
US regulators to block Peabody, Arch Coal JV
The FTC filed a lawsuit to block the business combination on the grounds that it would eliminate competition and raise prices.
Barrick urges AJN to drop plans to buy into Kibali mine
The world’s second-largest gold miner has issued a cease and desist notice to the buyer, Canadian junior AJN Resources.
Rio’s $1bn spend to reach zero emissions “not enough”
Rio's boss said consumers, governments and shareholders must all be willing to make sacrifices if climate targets are to be met.
Russia pushes to end partial ban on diamond exports from CAR
Current restrictions have increased the amount of diamonds sold illegally, generating profits for middlemen rather than local communities.
Firestone to delist, trim board on tough diamond market
The decisions seek to reduce costs and ride out the sector's lingering weakness.
Western Australia is world’s new top mining destination
No Canadian provinces made the top ten list this year.
Newcrest hails drill results at Havieron project
Australia’s largest gold producer is working on defining the potential deposit's scale and mining methods.
Savannah nears full ownership of Barroso lithium lease
The Aldeia lease transfer would expand Barroso’s resource base as Savannah targets EU lithium supply and advances permitting.
