Gemstones ‘spill the beans’ on ancient trade routes
Modern techniques applied to gemstones help uncover ancient trade routes.
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Largest drill program since 2007 in the FDN district in southeast Ecuador has confirmed the continuity and expansion potential of recent discoveries Bonza Sur and FDNS.
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The United States is keen to secure sources beyond its main global rival, China, which last year accounted for more than 70% of world rare earth production.
Rio Tinto releases interactive map of tailings facilities
Miner reveals detailed information on 14 of its global tailings facilities and their progress towards conforming with the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management.
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Column: Rio Tinto counts the cost of producing green aluminum
The company booked a $1.175 billion impairment charge against its two Australian alumina refineries in its second-quarter results.
Barrick plans to restart Porgera gold mine this year
The mine was placed on care and maintenance in April 2020.
