New battery charges a cellphone in one minute
Stanford discovery of an ultrafast, flexible, rechargeable aluminium-graphite ion battery could open up major new demand for graphite, bauxite miners.
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DeBeers to operate Duratrays at Gahcho Kuè mine
The purchase extends a successful ten-year Duratray relationship with large open pit diamond mines.
Iron ore price breaks fall, claims big scalp
Iron ore regained its footing Tuesday, but too late for once high-flying Atlas Iron as 13mtpa producer's shares are suspended and receivership looms.
Harmony halts operations at Unisel mine after fatal incident
The employee was fatally injured in an accident while performing maintenance work on Saturday.
World’s largest copper producer Chile slashes 2015 output forecast
Mostly due to a lower estimate from Anglo American's projects and the Zaldivar mine, which is operated by Barrick.
Nautilus Minerals resumes undersea mining exploration
The goal is to expand Nautilus’ Seafloor Massive Sulphide prospect inventory around Solomon Islands, located east of Papua New Guinea.
Mongolia halts landmark deal with foreign firms over massive coal mine
The country's parliament decided Tavan Tolgoi needs the approval of legislators before going ahead.
Barrick hints at Mick Davis deal
Sounds like just about everyone in mining is hoping to get into bed with Mick Davis and his $5.6 billion.
Gold price hits 6-week high as hedge funds run for cover
Gold price jumps to highest since mid-February after speculators in futures slash bearish positions and weak US jobs report put interest rate rise on hold.
