Northern Dynasty files appeal over Pebble permit rejection
Company has filed an appeal with the US Army Corps of Engineers over its decision to deny a key water permit for the giant mine in Alaska.
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China says 10 workers trapped in gold mine are searching for others
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Responsible Mining Foundation concerned about thousands of abandoned, at-risk tailings facilities worldwide
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