U.S. woman finds 8.52-carat diamond at Arkansas Park
The sparkly, white diamond half the size of a quarter is the fifth largest found since the park was established in 1972.
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Iran brings 13 tons of gold back home after latest round of nuclear talks
The nation has successfully repatriated part of its gold holdings that had been frozen as part a number of sanctions imposed by the U.S. and other global powers over its nuclear program.
Chile gives copper giant Codelco much-needed $225 million cash injection
The funds will come from the company’s own 2014 profits, as the state-owned miner gives its profits to Chile's government.
Anglo American laying off up to 20% of its staff as investors press for further savings
Cuts likely to be announced at the end of the month, when the miner is set to publish its first-half results.
Mongolia’s mining sector ready to take off again — Erdene Resource
The company, which owns a gold project in Mongolia, is optimistic about the country's stance towards foreign mining investment over the coming years.
Iron ore falls below the $60 mark again
The value of the commodity has fallen by about 35% over the latest 12-month period, hitting Australia’s economy harder than expected.
Kyrgyzstan Gov’t told to ensure ‘smooth sailing’ for Centerra Gold’s Kumtor mine
Negotiations between the parties, however, are expected to continue over the summer.
UNESCO asks Canada to check impact of oil sands projects on national park
The move comes in response to a petition filed by Fort Chipewyan’s Mikisew Cree First Nation last month, asking for help protecting the park.
US Gov’t offers $20 million to projects aimed at recovering rare earths from coal
The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) has been investigating the economic feasibility of recovering the coveted elements from coal.
Sirius gets green light to build UK’s largest potash mine
A special committee voted 8-7 in favour of the project, expected to generate at least 1,000 permanent jobs and inject US$1.6 billion a year to the British economy.
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.
