BHP refused permission to appeal UK judgment over 2015 Brazil dam collapse In November, London's High Court ruled BHP was legally responsible for the collapse of the Fundao dam in Mariana, southeastern Brazil. Reuters | January 19, 2026 | 7:07 am
Petra’s 42-carat blue diamond sparks hope for natural gems The ultra-rare stone could fetch up to $40 million, signalling a bright spot for a diamond sector under pressure. Cecilia Jamasmie | January 19, 2026 | 5:45 am
Bolivia vows to back lithium, energy deals to rebuild trust New government signals contract stability as it courts US support and foreign capital amid economic strain. MINING.COM Editor | January 19, 2026 | 3:50 am
Syrah Resources buys more time for Tesla graphite supply deal The 2021 agreement to supply 8,000 metric tons of graphite a year over four years is key to Syrah’s Vidalia, Louisiana operations. Reuters | January 18, 2026 | 4:31 pm
US in talks with Brazil on rare earth partnership: FT Some diplomats and lobbyists see a "chance of a deal" materializing, Financial Times said, citing officials involved in talks. Staff Writer | January 18, 2026 | 10:42 am
China receives first shipment of Simandou iron ore A vessel carrying nearly 200,000 metric tons of iron ore arrived in Majishan port in East China's Zhejiang province on January 17. Reuters | January 18, 2026 | 9:13 am
Copper at heart of probable Rio bid for Glencore: RBC A premium of 15% to 30% to Glencore’s early January share price could get the deal done, RBC analyst said. Frédéric Tomesco | January 18, 2026 | 6:47 am
Silver’s extreme parabola Silver’s vertical moonshot has accelerated into a dangerous extreme parabola. Adam Hamilton - Zeal Intelligence | January 18, 2026 | 6:30 am
Column: Tin price bubble spells toil and trouble for global industry The tin market has kicked off the new year in explosive form. Reuters | January 18, 2026 | 6:20 am