December 18, 2024

Trump advisers urge ending environmental reviews for mines receiving US funds

Proposed US critical minerals projects have been in regulatory review for more than a decade.

December 18, 2024

Torex Gold’s mining suspension in Mexico lifted

Torex's 2024 production forecast remains intact, with the company tracking towards the lower end of the 450,000-470,000 oz. guidance range.

December 18, 2024

Namibia investigates China’s Xinfeng for alleged illegal mining

Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy is investigating Xinfeng for alleged illegal mining in the lithium-rich Erongo region. 

December 18, 2024

Barrick Gold seeks arbitration over Mali mines dispute

The miner said it could suspend operations if gold shipments remain blocked.

December 18, 2024

Lucara names two largest diamonds found in 2024

The 2,488ct diamond is named Motswedi ("water spring") and the 1,094ct stone is called Seriti ("aura" or "presence").

December 17, 2024

VIDEO: Critical minerals race driving resource nationalism

Jimena Blanco, chief analyst at Verisk Maplecroft, says that geopolitical tensions are causing major shifts in global mining policies.

December 17, 2024

Brazilian authorities shut down Jaguar mine after tailings slide

The Turmalina mine was deemed an "unfeasible work environment" by labor auditors.

December 17, 2024

Westgold Resources contemplates 10-year expansion at Fortnum

The scoping study is part of the company's portfolio asset review of its assets in Western Australia.

December 17, 2024

Congo files criminal complaints against Apple in Europe over conflict minerals

International lawyers said that Apple uses minerals pillaged from Congo and laundered through international supply chains.

December 17, 2024

Arcadium Lithium investors sue miner over Rio Tinto takeover

Three shareholders of Arcadium Lithium have sued the miner and its board alleging negligence in Rio Tinto $6.7 billion takeover.