AVZ Minerals to resume proceedings against DRC over disputed lithium deposit The unresolved issue poses a potential hurdle for California-based metals exploration firm KoBold Metals' plans to acquire AVZ. Reuters | June 23, 2025 | 5:45 pm
Peru extends temporary permits for informal mining until year-end Peru has granted informal miners a final permit extension until the end of the year. Reuters | June 23, 2025 | 5:38 pm
British Columbia launches new land use planning process with Tŝilhqot’in Nation The mandate builds on previous agreements that affirm the requirement of Tŝilhqot’in consent before any reviewable mining project can proceed in the Teẑtan area. Staff Writer | June 23, 2025 | 3:31 pm
Citizens stage rally for re-opening of Cobre Panama copper mine Thousands of former workers, members of supplier companies and local residents staged a march in Panama on Sunday. Amanda Stutt | June 23, 2025 | 2:36 pm
Halliburton to design demonstration wells for GeoFrame Energy’s DLE project in Texas GeoFrame said it is set to become the first company to deliver battery-grade lithium carbonate from Smackover Formation to the market. Staff Writer | June 23, 2025 | 1:41 pm
Torex expands North American presence with $26M acquisition of Reyna Silver The acquisition, says Torex, provides the company with "immediate access to new and exciting early-stage exploration projects." Staff Writer | June 23, 2025 | 1:09 pm
Metso awarded metallic liner supply contract by BHP in Australia Metso will support BHP’s Western Australia iron ore operations with a suite of liner solutions. Metso | June 23, 2025 | 12:27 pm
New study gives Ivanhoe Electric’s Santa Cruz copper project $1.4B value The underground mine could produce 72,000-tonnes of copper cathode annually during the first 15 years of a 23-year life, the company said. Blair McBride - The Northern Miner | June 23, 2025 | 10:50 am
EU needs rare earths strategic reserves against China threat, commissioner says Stephane Sejourne said he would launch further tenders this year to promote alternative raw material sources. Reuters | June 23, 2025 | 10:34 am