Australia says advancing talks with US on rare earths mines
The country wants to bolster production outside China, which dominates the output of the materials.
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Drummond’s union leader attacked by gunmen in Colombia
Several criminal groups operate in the area where Ricardo Rojas was attacked.
Peruvian authorities urge people to stop blockading road used by Las Bambas
The continuous protest actions have led Minera Las Bambas to announce that probably “within a week” it will have to halt production at its namesake copper mine.
Scientist tells miners how to find gold more easily
An Australian researcher developed a data-driven solution that makes prospecting more efficient.
Ecuador’s largest copper mine curbs operations amid protests
EcuaCorriente said the closure is a precautionary measure while protests against an end to government fuel subsidies continue across the country.
Las Bambas copper mine likely to halt production within a week amid protests
Peru's largest copper minefield, has declared "partial" force majeure.
How do miners dispose of their waste in the sea?
Sea disposal of mining waste could spread as Indonesia weighs adopting the technique for new nickel projects.
De Beers sends helicopter from Victor mine to rescue stranded hot air balloonists
The balloonists were competing in the 23rd Annual America's Challenge Gas Balloon race headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico and were racing to Duluth, Minnesota.
Expert says lab results from PNG Ramu nickel spill ‘alarming’ — report
An investigation by the country's Conservation and Environment Protection Authority (CEPA) is due to be made available in the next week.
