Scientists get better understanding of how rare earth metal in lightbulbs forms
Cerium is a rare earth metal that is used in some types of lightbulbs and flat-screen TVs.
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First Majestic starts selling bullion at Nevada mint facility
Inaugural production of bullion bars, branded “First Strike”, will be commemorated and sold as collectibles.
Chile opens 26 lithium salt flats to private companies
Tender process for the lithium-rich flats, excluding Atacama and Maricunga, will start in April and is expected to conclude in July.
Most rescue efforts suspended at Russian gold mine due to collapse risk
The Pioneer gold mine, one of Russia's largest, is in the Amur region which borders China.
Indonesian miner Amman asks for copper export ban delay
The production will be supported by high-grade ore from Phase 7 at its Batu Hijau mine.
Tsingshan unit plans Indonesian battery plant as trade frictions mount
The plant will be housed alongside Tsingshan’s existing operations in Weda Bay and could begin operating as soon as next year.
World’s top uranium miner seeks to boost exports to US
Interest in the radioactive metal has surged amid a growing supply gap and increased demand.
Video: Eldorado Gold geared for growth as Skouries build progresses
Eldorado expects its production profile to swell about 45% over the next four years to 703,250 oz. gold per year, CEO George Burns says.