Bankrupt US coal producer closes four mines after prices slump
The closures will affect about 340 employees at three mines and two preparation facilities.
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Brazil mining regulator says operations suspended at 54 unsafe tailings dams
ANM on Wednesday said it had suspended operations at 54 tailings dams due to lack of stability.
Zambia’s KCM smelter shut down earlier than planned after leak
Vedanta has been locked in a dispute with the Zambian government since May.
Peñasquito blockade lifted, operations still suspended
Newmont Goldcorp said operations at the Mexican mine remained temporarily halted.
M3 Metals to acquire Mohave Mine in Arizona
The project covers numerous historic gold mines in the Weaver mining district.
World Diamond Council pushing for strengthening of Kimberley Process
Members of the organization want to find ways to have a better definition of "conflict diamonds."
Colombian workers at Fura Gems’ mine claim unsafe operating conditions
Former employees say the fabled emerald mine doesn’t meet global safety standards, in terms of protective gear and equipment.
Satellites to monitor copper supply from space
SAVANT can provide up-to-date operational status of about 90% of the world’s copper smelters.
Miners rate social licence, climate change as top concerns. Really?
Columnist Clyde Russell calls miners' motivation to tackle climate issues into question.
