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McEwen gold output slightly down in 2016, but liquid assets doubled

Annual consolidated production in 2016 was 145,530 gold equivalent ounces, down from the 154,529 gold equivalent ounces mined in 2015, but liquid assets now worth $64 million.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 16, 2017 | 5:53 am

Atlas Copco to split in two, appoints new CEO

The Swedish company plans to list its mining tools division by 2018 in the biggest-ever shakeup of the group, which could spark takeover interest.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 16, 2017 | 3:35 am

Crown attempts to stay MiningWatch’s charges against Mount Polley

The federal government is seeking a withdrawal of the criminal charges before the NGO has the chance to present any evidence.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | January 15, 2017 | 10:34 am

Everyone wants Kate Middleton’s diamond ring

Eager Chinese and Russian buyers are requesting replicas of the the sapphire and diamond engagement ring.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | January 15, 2017 | 9:21 am

EPA won’t pay mine spill claims

The US Environmental Protection Agency won’t pay the $1.2 billion in claims filed by local governments, farmers, ranchers, tribes, and river-running raft companies.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | January 15, 2017 | 8:49 am

Mining the Moon: Florida company one step closer

Moon Express wants to mine Helium-3 on the Moon.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | January 15, 2017 | 8:22 am

Copper to be best performing commodity of 2017 — analysts

Experts and industry actors interviewed by MINING.com see prices picking up this year, driven by declining supplies and the prospect of increased demand coming from construction, electric vehicles and other renewable technologies.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 15, 2017 | 4:00 am