Another arrest made in ‘largest gold heist in Canadian history’ In April 2023, about 880 lb. of gold was offloaded from a flight at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport, along with C$2.5 million in cash. Staff Writer | January 12, 2026 | 4:55 pm
Lynas Rare Earths CEO to retire after over a decade in role Amanda Lacaze would remain with the company until the end of the current financial year to enable a smooth transition, Lynas said. Reuters | January 12, 2026 | 3:13 pm
US urges partners and allies to increase critical minerals supply chain resiliency Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hosted his counterparts in Washington to discuss solutions to secure and diversify supply chains for critical minerals. Reuters | January 12, 2026 | 3:08 pm
Italy seeks over $8 billion in damages from ArcelorMittal over ILVA steelworks As the government seeks a new buyer, Acciaierie d'Italia (ADI) has sued over alleged mismanagement of the steelworks. Reuters | January 12, 2026 | 1:23 pm
Chile’s Mantoverde copper output hit as labor talks stall, union says The labor authority had notified that the company will not have emergency personnel from the union to keep facilities operational. Reuters | January 12, 2026 | 11:18 am
Lilac signs 10-year deal with Traxys to supply lithium from Utah project Traxys will buy 50,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate over the period, representing 100% of the project's Phase 1 output. Reuters | January 12, 2026 | 10:51 am
How investors buy gold and what fuels the market Large buyers and institutional investors usually buy gold from big banks. Reuters | January 12, 2026 | 10:41 am
West Red Lake’s Madsen mine enters commercial production During 2025, the Madsen mine produced about 20,000 oz. of gold, including 7,000 oz. in the last quarter. Staff Writer | January 12, 2026 | 10:16 am
Aclara sees prospect of fast-tracking rare earth project with Chile’s next president Aclara wants to start producing in mid-2028, contingent on securing offtake agreements and financing. Bloomberg News | January 12, 2026 | 9:30 am