S.Africa gold miners’ silicosis lawsuit settlement expected within six weeks
The suit was launched around six years ago on behalf of miners suffering from silicosis, contracted by inhaling silica dust in gold mines.
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One of Australia’s largest gold mines halts operations after dam collapse
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Indonesia to lead nickel production: BMI
The market intelligence firm says global nickel ore production growth will continue to accelerate in 2018 as major producer countries see a recovery in production levels following subdued output in 2017.
Chile files complaint to block sale of SQM shares to Chinese companies
Chile’s antitrust regulator FNE will need to review the complaint.
South African diamond provides new clues on Earth’s internal processes
A mineral usually found at depths of 700 km found ensconced within diamond near Earth’s surface for the first time.
Chile says companies to invest $754 mln in lithium industry
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Chile approves increase in lithium quota for Albemarle
Albemarle has said it could invest $1 billion in Chile over the next five years if the plan was approved.
China spreads the love to all sources of energy, even hated coal
China mines and burns about half the world’s coal, so it can’t totally ditch it.
