November 10, 2012

SEC rules against resource firms over Dodd-Frank

Oil, gas and mining companies' request to have transparency rules put on hold under 2010 financial reform act has been rejected.

November 9, 2012

Historic Archduke Joseph diamond may reach up to $25 million

The Archduke Joseph diamond, one of the world's most famous and rarest gems from Europe's aristocracy, is expected to reach up to $25 million when it goes under Christie’s hammer…

November 9, 2012

South African report highlights Chinese labor abuses in the Sub-Sahara

A new report by Johannesburg-based South Africa Resource Watch (SARW) claims that China is exploiting cheap labor in the sub-Saharan nation and subjecting employees in the mining industry to harsh…

November 8, 2012

Swiss jeweller unveils Disney princesses-inspired collection

Swiss luxury jeweller and watches manufacturer Chopard, in partnership with London store Harrods, has unveiled newest precious stones-based collection inspired by Walt Disney’s Princesses.

November 8, 2012

Australian miners find new ways of getting buzzed

Australian miners in the western part of the country are allegedly turning to a new version of the synthetic drug known as Venom, which is made with chemicals imported from…

November 8, 2012

Diamonds made from cremated Australian stolen while en route to grieving parents

A pair of diamonds made from the cremated ashes of a deceased Australian man have been stolen while en route to his grieving parents.

November 7, 2012

Congo to discuss mining code changes with companies

The Democratic Republic of Congo's intentions to increase the government stake in mining projects by 35% will be first discussed with mining companies and also consulted with the World Bank…

November 6, 2012

Canadian Lucara Diamond finds rare blue stone in Botswana

Canada's Lucara Diamond Corp. (TSX:LUC) said it recovered a 9.46-carat rare type II blue diamond from its Karowe mine in Botswana.

November 6, 2012

Russian government allows foreign investors to develop strategic gold and precious metals minefields

The Russian government is considering allowing foreign investors to develop strategic gold and precious metals minefields, through the adoption of amendments on the currently existing federal law “On Subsoils”, which…

November 6, 2012

Chinese jewelers spread inland spurred by spike in consumer demand for gold

China's jewelry stores are expanding into smaller inland cities as demand for gold rises amongst the country's increasingly affluent consumer base.