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Argentina concludes official register of glaciers in mining areas

Through a quietly released official announcement, the Federal Environment Secretary of Argentina, Sergio Bergman, informed that Argentina’s National Glacier Inventory has just completed a glacier count in the controversial Famatina Mountains.

Center for Human Rights and Environment - CHRE | January 30, 2017 | 10:51 am

Freeport may resume copper exports from Indonesia in ‘a day or two’ — authorities

Government is considering to extend the miner a temporary permit, valid for up to six months, which would pave the way for Freeport to resume exports from Grasberg.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 30, 2017 | 8:13 am

Dominion Diamond CEO to step down due to family reasons

Brendan Bell, who has also resigned to Dominion's board, has agreed to stay on as CEO until June 30 to ensure a smooth transition.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 30, 2017 | 6:49 am

Newcrest Mining gold output falls, but copper rises

Newcrest's gold production dropped to 614,715 ounces in the quarter ended in December, from 615,498 ounces in the three months immediately prior and 620,691 ounces a year ago.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 30, 2017 | 5:17 am

Newmont recognized for top sustainability performance – and largest improvements – in global mining sector

Recognition builds on ranking as mining industry’s overall sustainability leader in 2015 and 2016.

Newmont Goldcorp | January 30, 2017 | 5:00 am

Randgold Resources hit by illegal sit-in at Tongon mine

Company said talks are underway to stop an illegal sit-in that started last week by some employees demanding annual ex-gratia payments.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 30, 2017 | 3:16 am

Rob McEwen inducted into Canadian Mining Hall of Fame

Legendary mine developer Rob McEwen has been recognized for his accomplishments in Canadian mining through an induction into the hallowed corridors of the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame.

Andrew Topf | January 29, 2017 | 5:26 pm