Uranium mine allowed to operate near Grand Canyon National Park A federal appeals court upheld on Monday the government's decision to allow a uranium mine near the Grand Canyon National Park to resume operation. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 4:56 am
Scientists discover bacteria that can make gold out of mine waste It protects itself by turning its environment into molecular-sized gold nuggets. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 5, 2013 | 4:44 am
Chinese rare earth company raided by Hong Kong authorities China Mining Resources has revealed that its Hong Kong-based offices were raided by the Independent Commission Against Corruption on January 15 in relation to a recent botched acquisition bid. Marc Howe | February 5, 2013 | 4:08 am
Chesapeake Gold sold off after Mexican project costs come in on (very) high side Vancouver firm may still look attractive to gold majors looking for new supply. Frik Els | February 5, 2013 | 12:49 am
Google memorializes Canada’s penny with a doodle Illustration ushers out the coin in style. Kerry Hall | February 4, 2013 | 11:34 pm
Randgold produces record results amidst raging Malian civil war Mines in Mali delivered more than 700,000 ounces of gold last year while government and rebel troops fight for control of the country. Kerry Hall | February 4, 2013 | 10:13 pm
Navigating the gold market winds Uncertainty in the gold market MINING.com Editor | February 4, 2013 | 8:51 pm
President: “Time has come for Mongolia to take Oyu Tolgoi matters into its own hands” Mongolian president Elbegdorj delivers stinging rebuke to 'irresponsible' Rio over Oyu Tolgoi's runaway costs of $24bn. Frik Els | February 4, 2013 | 8:43 pm
Encanto Potash takes 2013 gains to 27% after positive pre-feasibility Study calls for a $2.9bn mine producing 2.8m tonnes for 50 years. Frik Els | February 4, 2013 | 7:42 pm