Brazil Potash presses on with sensitive Amazon project
Legal challenges are mounting to the miner's plans for extracting the fertilizer ingredient from beneath the Amazon rainforest.
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Teck Resources calls Glencore bid a “non-starter”
Chief executive Jonathan Price warns that Glencore's proposed takeover would destroy value for the company’s shareholders.
Canada’s budget measures brighten funding prospects for critical miners
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Brazilian Air Force destroys aircraft used to smuggle gold from the Yanomami traditional territory
The Brazilian Air Force said this was the first action aimed at combating illegal mining and unregulated air traffic following the closure of the air space in the Amazonian region.
Mexico’s executive scrutinizes mining concessions in protected areas
A recent federal government report shows that about 7% of Mexico’s mining concessions are located within protected areas.
Researchers find unexpected link between Benin Bronzes and Germany
New research shows that the renowned Benin Bronzes are composed of metal sourced from Germany.