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From toilet to tap: young Canadians develop new method for wastewater clean-ups

Two brothers studying at University of New Brunswick, Canada, are working on a new method aimed to reduce the cost and environmental footprint of wastewater clean-ups.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 6:24 pm

Global mining industry faces unprecedented threats: report

Resource nationalism, poor infrastructure that hinders development and supply chain disruptions are some of the biggest risks the global mining sector will face this year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 5:54 pm

Avalanches in Pascua Lama area did not cause water pollution: Barrick

Recent avalanches affecting several points along a water channel in the area of Barrick's Pascua Lama project have not affected water quality, says the gold miner.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 5:03 pm

ABB launches new developments in advanced process control

New release of cpmPlus Expert Optimizer 7.0, ABB’s advanced process control software solution for cement and minerals industries.

ABB | February 5, 2013 | 4:55 pm

Deadly explosion in Mexico caused by gas buildup, not bomb

A buildup of gas in the basement of the headquarters of the national oil company and not a bomb as local media reported caused the blast that killed 37 people and wounded dozens last week, Mexico's authorities announced late Monday.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 3:30 pm

Rio Tinto to generate over 2,000 jobs in Western Australia

The diversified mining giant announced last year a massive $3.4 billion expansion to its Pilbara iron ore operations, which is set to create thousands of new positions in the months to come.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 3:09 pm

INFOGRAPHIC: The periodic table of smartphones

Rare earth elements seem to be everywhere these days: wind turbines, hybrid cars, night-vision goggles, weapons and, most importantly, smartphones.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 2:20 pm

Mexico gears up for new mining bill, includes taxes to benefit locals

It will start charging mining companies already operating or planning to start up in the second half of this year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 11:28 am

Gold and silver to surge on Asian demand: Leeb

Renowned investment expert Stephen Leeb says gold and silver are set to embark upon "the greatest bull market people will ever see in their lifetimes" amidst an industrial squeeze and a surge in appetite for precious metals from Asia.

Marc Howe | February 5, 2013 | 5:07 am

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