The ocean floor is rare earth miners new frontier—report
Since 2001 the United Nations’ International Seabed Authority has issued 30 exploration permits, with other seven waiting approval soon.
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In 2010 the Asian nation covered 97.6% of worldwide demand; today, is down to about 92%.
BHP’s Mackenzie vows ‘substantial’ cash returns to shareholders by June
The only stumbling block is the firm's $27bn net debt, which BHP expects to drop below $25bn in three months, removing the final hurdle.
Five major copper mines to begin operations in Peru by 2016
Combined estimate investment exceeds $13 billion, says the government.
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Walk down University Avenue. The answers are all around you.
Rio Tinto to pay an extra $75 million in taxes on new rulings
The miner is warning the multitude of new legislation could send compliance costs soaring by tens of millions of dollars for global companies.
Gold prices to rally this week on Ukraine and China worries
Traders are closely following Sunday’s poll in Ukraine's Crimea region, as its results could further increase geopolitical tensions and hence affect gold prices.
India’s Goa freezes third phase of iron ore e-auction
Due to slump on prices for the steel-making material.
PICTURE OF THE DAY: Sunrise at Port Hedland, Australia
A grader working a salt mine in Port Hedland, Australia.