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Scientists use potash mine to test feasibility of living in Mars

Studies underway at Boulby Underground Laboratory, the UK's deep underground science facility, include the analyses of cosmic rays and climate, as well as astrobiology and life in extreme environments.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 17, 2016 | 9:05 am

Mosaic in talks to acquire Vale fertilizer unit in $3bn deal — report

A cash-and-stock deal is said to be the favourite option at this point, though the parties are also discussing other alternatives.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 17, 2016 | 7:06 am

Lundin Gold getting closer to developing Fruta del Norte in Ecuador

With construction expected to start in 2018, the US$669-million Fruta del Norte project could finally begin production before the end of the decade.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 17, 2016 | 3:46 am

Samarco iron ore won’t restart this year

Vale-BHP joint venture was shut after deadly dam spill in November – Samarco produced a fifth of global seaborne iron ore pellets supply before the disaster.

Frik Els | June 16, 2016 | 3:17 pm

CHART: Gold price bulls kept faith as hedge funds wavered

Investors in physically-backed gold ETFs who kept buying all through May as futures speculators dumped positions were vindicated on Thursday.

Frik Els | June 16, 2016 | 1:29 pm

Decision on TransCanada’s Energy East closer than ever as federal board begins review

The East Energy pipeline is expected to generate $55 billion in economic benefit for Canada and create over 3,300 operational jobs across the country.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 16, 2016 | 12:05 pm

Gold price touches 2-year high

Gold vaults $1,300 an ounce as inflation, dollar, stock market and geopolitical fears mount and interest rate around the world move into negative territory.

Frik Els | June 16, 2016 | 11:20 am

Glencore to sell option in Canadian gold mine

While Falco Resources fully owns the Quebec-based Horne project, Glencore has the right to buy back the 65% stake in the mine it inherited when it bought Xstrata.

Cecilia Jamasmie | June 16, 2016 | 6:05 am