Scientists find new way to calculate diamonds’ age more accurately
According to the scientists behind the study, this is a potential breakthrough not only in the study of diamonds but of planetary evolution.
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About four months into the planned two-year construction of Argonaut Gold’s (TSX: AR) new cornerstone Magino project in Ontario, smooth progress and encouraging new exploration results have CEO Peter Dougherty in a forward-thinking mood.
Canada potash project may cost BHP growth elsewhere, say investors
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Ganfeng Lithium mulls opening battery plant in Argentina
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Platinum set for third year of deficit as industry demand surges
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Centerra Gold to launch arbitration against Kyrgyzstan over Kumtor mine
Centerra Gold is seeking to block the Kyrgyz government’s moves to take control of the Kumtor mine and pursue hefty fines and tax claims.
Tesla may be partnering with EVE, strengthening move toward LFP chemistries
According to Reuters, Tesla may be in advanced conversations to incorporate EVE’s LFP batteries into the supply chain of its Shanghai factory by 2021’s third quarter.
Local consortium proposes to develop Pakistan copper and gold mine after arbitration case
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