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.
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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.
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.
Uranium mine allowed to operate near Grand Canyon National Park
A federal appeals court upheld on Monday the government's decision to allow a uranium mine near the Grand Canyon National Park to resume operation.
Scientists discover bacteria that can make gold out of mine waste
It protects itself by turning its environment into molecular-sized gold nuggets.
Chinese rare earth company raided by Hong Kong authorities
China Mining Resources has revealed that its Hong Kong-based offices were raided by the Independent Commission Against Corruption on January 15 in relation to a recent botched acquisition bid.
Chesapeake Gold sold off after Mexican project costs come in on (very) high side
Vancouver firm may still look attractive to gold majors looking for new supply.
Google memorializes Canada’s penny with a doodle
Illustration ushers out the coin in style.
Randgold produces record results amidst raging Malian civil war
Mines in Mali delivered more than 700,000 ounces of gold last year while government and rebel troops fight for control of the country.
