Jewelers’ gold sourcing more challenging in times of war
With Russian gold and diamonds off-limits due to the war in Ukraine, makers of luxury jewelry and watches are finding it more difficult to secure raw materials.
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IWiM launches International Day of Women in Mining
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Gem Diamonds unearths 125-carat diamond in Lesotho
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Glencore expected to dismiss bid for Yancoal Australia stake
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Lithium mining stocks plunge after Goldman sees “sharp correction”
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Chile starts sanction process against Los Pelambres copper mine
Sanction for deficiencies associated with tailings management, Chile's environmental regulator said.
The real costs of coltan mining in the DRC — report
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