Most US companies ‘unsure’ of whether they use conflict minerals in their products
First reports submitted to the US and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) seem vague.
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Vancouver’s Boss power closes on $30m settlement with province over uranium ban
Officially putting to bed a nearly six-year-old lawsuit.
Kimberley Diamonds restarts Botswana Lerala mine
The Australian miner said it plans to spend $15 million to restart the operation, with work is expected to begin in the first half of 2015.
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Liquid potash helps Canada control mussels plague
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Obama unveils historical attempt to curb coal power plants emissions
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CHART: Gold now cheapest vs stocks since January 2008
At the same time stock market volatility is at a 7-year low. This can't last.