Gold mine explosion in Guinea, at least 25 dead
A gas explosion killed as many as 25 people in a gold mine in eastern Guinea.
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Coal is the new tobacco
Coal miners around the world are being targeted by a mounting number of investors and organizations, concerned with the greenhouse gases generated by the industry.
Gold mines output to reach record high
The world's top three gold producers—Barrick Gold, Newmont Mining and AngloGold Ashanti—have all logged higher outputs in their latest reports.
Cyber attacks are miners latest major threat
They can even affect the prices of certain commodities, study warns.
Canadian Mint gets innovation award for glow-in-the-dark coin
Coin has become a "global phenomenon" since it was released in March last year.
Glencore Xstrata to invest $100 million in South Africa’s coal sector
The new developments are expected to supply nearly 60 additional million tonnes a year.
Scotland approves controversial coal mine
The mine is expected to produce 10 million tonnes of coal over 10 years.
Rio Tinto making last job cuts of the year
Mining giant showed the door to an unconfirmed number of contractors at its Argyle diamond mine and is planning job cuts at its coal operations.
Strikes, guerrilla attacks take their toll in Colombia’s coal output, down 11%
Colombia, the fourth largest coal exporter, has estimated reserves for at least a century, but labour issues and safety concerns are jeopardizing the sector's future.
Vale Canada charged in fatal Thompson mine accident
First time a mine has been charged in Manitoba in connection to the death of a worker.
Kidnappers kill Vizsla mine workers in Mexico
The focus remains on the safe return of those who remain missing, the company said.
