April 18, 2013

More than a third of US firms not ready for conflict minerals rules

American component manufacturers will have to prove they don't use conflict minerals by May next year.

April 18, 2013

Unique pink diamond fetches almost $40 million in NYC

It is the second-highest price ever paid for a gem sold at auction.

April 18, 2013

BHP Billiton announces new leadership team

Company said the changes were necessary to drive its productivity agenda.

April 18, 2013

Petra Diamonds finds rare 25.5 carat blue gem

The rough stone was pulled from the famous Cullinan mine in South Africa.

April 17, 2013

How Canadian mining can maintain its global competitive edge

Canada should not take for granted its position as a mining industry giant.

April 16, 2013

This is what a $30 million diamond looks like

The perfect 101.73 carat gem will go to Christie’s auction on May 15.

April 16, 2013

Nunavut’s first diamond mine owners owe Canada $2 million

Shear Diamonds’ executives have been missing since last year.

April 16, 2013

Rockwell Diamonds sells off Klipdam mine in South Africa

The company plans to invest the proceeds in its Niewejaarskraal mine which has been in care and maintenance since 2007.

April 15, 2013

Chasing the carat: How Queen of Diamonds Eira Thomas came full circle

Thomas has returned to her diamond exploration roots to option several projects from Stornoway Diamonds.

April 15, 2013

PHOTOS: Quebec diamonds in the rough

Stornoway Diamonds is developing the province's first kimberlite mine.