Mining tycoon Beny Steinmetz released by Greek top court Steinmetz was detained in Greece in October 2024 for allegedly attempting to secure land rights in Romania unlawfully. Staff Writer | March 5, 2025 | 9:12 am
Surge Battery approved for expanded exploration at Nevada lithium project The decision allows the company to begin construction of new roads and cross-country trails and drill pads. Staff Writer | March 5, 2025 | 9:10 am
Silver price extends advance on weaker dollar and trade war worries Silver gained as much as 1.2%, rising for a third day. Bloomberg News | March 5, 2025 | 8:20 am
Copper prices surge as Trump signals 25% tariff on imports Trump’s comments in a speech to Congress sparked a frenetic rally in Comex copper prices. Bloomberg News | March 5, 2025 | 7:40 am
Trump’s tariffs drive US physical market aluminum premiums to record high US Midwest aluminum premium is up 60% since the start of 2025. Reuters | March 5, 2025 | 7:33 am
Lower supply will push platinum deficit higher than expected in 2025, WPIC says This year's deficit will, however, be smaller than 2024's due to a 5% fall in demand. Reuters | March 5, 2025 | 7:32 am
Polyus reports record earnings in 2024 on higher gold price The Russian gold miner beat production guidance to record a 7% increase to 3 million ounces in 2024. Reuters | March 5, 2025 | 7:28 am
PDAC: Canada’s energy and natural resources minister presses critical minerals case Jonathan Wilkinson warned that the Trump administration may soon face taxed critical mineral exports from Canada. Colin McClelland - The Northern Miner | March 5, 2025 | 7:00 am
JV Video: AME searches for new president amid fast-changing BC regulatory landscape Keerit Jutla's term began in August 2023 and ended in February. Bold reforms and strong advocacy marked it. Northern Miner Staff | March 5, 2025 | 6:40 am