November 6, 2025 USGS officially adds copper, silver to critical minerals list The new list, compiled by the US Geological Survey, includes 10 additions to the previous one in 2022.
November 6, 2025 Kazakhstan, US sign MOU on critical minerals Over the past five years, Kazakhstan has attracted about $1 billion in private investment into its mining sector.
November 6, 2025 Japan, US consider rare earth mining near Minamitori in Pacific Japan plans to test the feasibility of raising rare earth mud from a depth of 6,000 metres in January.
November 6, 2025 Study warns deep-sea mining waste threatens marine food chain Research shows that deep discharge of mining waste must be assessed, as its impact on ocean ecosystems varies and could cause harm.
November 5, 2025 EU, China created special channel to ensure rare earth supplies, commissioner says On Tuesday, the EU Commission said EU and Chinese officials had discussed general licenses to ease the export of rare earths.
November 5, 2025 Can Africa ride critical minerals wave to economic boom? To capitalize on the burgeoning demand, the continent must address power shortages, skills gaps, trade barriers and limited industrial capacity.
November 4, 2025 Critical Metals secures environmental approvals for Greenland rare earth mine The only approvals now left for the Tanbreez project are the remaining parts of the mine and closure plan, as well as plans for "specific activities."
November 4, 2025 Putin orders road map for Russian rare earths extraction Russia says it is also interested in partnering with the US on rare earth projects.
November 3, 2025 Rio Tinto, Canada to advance domestic scandium production Canada Growth Fund will invest about C$25 million to support production at North America’s sole facility capable of supplying the material.
November 3, 2025 Vulcan Elements, ReElement Technologies sign $1.4B rare earth magnet supply deal with US Commerce Department and Pentagon pledged financing and potential equity stakes in the domestic producer of rare earth magnets.
Silver price extends volatile run with surge above $86 Spot prices rose as much as 6.6% to over $86 an ounce, near its highest in a week. February 11, 2026 | 08:38 am
