Argentina approves Milei glacier mining reform amid protests
Argentina loosens glacier protections to boost mining, raising concerns over water security and environmental risks.
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Glencore charters supertanker to load oil from Middle East
The Asian Lion, a very large crude carrier capable of holding 2 million barrels of oil, is heading to the Middle East, LSEG data showed.
Environmentalists appeal judge’s ruling for ioneer’s Nevada lithium project
A federal judge last month rejected claims by environmentalists that the US ​government improperly approved the project.
Chile uncovers criminal networks shipping millions of dollars of copper to Peru and China
Police carried out coordinated raids on 49 properties across seven regions, leading to the arrest of 25 people.
Gold output at top North American miners wanes as global rivals gain
Newmont, Agnico Eagle Mines and Barrick Mining had lower gold production in 2025 from the prior year.
Uranium Energy adds second ISR operation with Burke Hollow start
The Vancouver-based company becomes the only US uranium producer with two active ISR operations.
First Quantum taps IFC for Argentina copper push
Agreement boosts financing prospects while advancing sustainability at Taca Taca, a major copper project in Argentina.
Mosaic to idle Brazil phosphate plants in cost-cutting push
The fertilizer producer said it will idle two phosphate facilities, cut jobs and reduce annual output by about 1 million tonnes.
Gold price climbs to three-week high on US-Iran ceasefire
Spot gold rose as much as 3% to over $4,850 per ounce.