Canadian Arctic irreversible melt not just bad news
The decreasing Arctic ice sheet could mean billions for the mining industry, say experts.
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Another environmental disaster hits China: thousands of dead pigs found in Shanghai river
Chinese authorities say city's water still safe to drink.
Iron ore fall strikes projects, miners and frightens investors
The steelmaking commodity hit a 2½-month low Monday as Chinese steelmakers resist restocking frightened by weakening economic data.
BHP imminent asset sales could raise $25 billion
The mining giant is rushing to sell at least 10 non-core assets to reduce debt and simplify its operations.
Asteroid mining to dominate the industry: experts
Geologists believe that asteroids hold iron ore, nickel and precious metals at much higher concentrations than those found on Earth.
First Quantum asks Inmet shareholders to tender before deadline
Its cash-and-stock offer for Inmet expires late Monday night, unless extended.
Eldorado stands up for its gold project in Greece
Eldorado's vice-president, Nancy Woo, says opponents’ concerns are unfounded, as the gold mine will follow all the essential European Union and Greek environmental rules.
FUN BREAK: Solid gold LEGO brick sold for $15,000
The 14K gold block was once used by LEGO to reward employees that had been with the company for over 25 years.
Rio Tinto’s miner dead four days before found
Australian miners and unions say the rising number of mine deaths that go unnoticed for days is concerning.
Kinross to shut down operations at its Chilean gold mine
The closure will leave more than 1,000 workers unemployed.
Ecuador eyes 2026 tender for $3B Llurimagua copper project
Ecuador plans a 2026 tender for Llurimagua as copper M&A accelerates and past JV disputes shape the project’s next phase.
