Toxic mines put Southeast Asia’s rivers, people at risk, study says
Across mainland Southeast Asia, more than 2,400 mines could be releasing deadly chemicals such as cyanide and mercury into river water, a report says.
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BHP drops fresh Anglo bid as Teck deal nears vote
The world’s largest miner withdrew its latest offer Monday, but said it still sees strategic merit in a tie-up with Anglo.
BHP takes new approach to buy Anglo, adding twist to merger saga
BHP's approach comes just less than three weeks before shareholders of Anglo and Teck are scheduled to vote on the $53 billion merger deal.
Britain unveils critical minerals strategy to cut reliance on foreign supply
The strategy seeks to ensure no more than 60% of the UK's supply of any one critical mineral comes from a single country by 2035.
Lundin Gold hits more bonanza grades in Ecuador
Underground conversion drilling at Fruta del Norte South returned 5.2 metres grading 491.62 g/t gold from 40.6 metres depth.
Column: Aluminum scrap is the new battle front in critical minerals war
Scrap metal has strategic value to European policy-makers because it sits at the heart of the bloc's industrial policy.
US reopens $500M tender as cobalt prices soar
The Defense Logistics Agency first sought offers in mid-August for up to 7,500 tons of cobalt as prices rise more than threefold.
Surge Copper advances PFS work Berg project in British Columbia
The PFS work is now advancing into full design and cost estimation work.
Torex targets $110 million investment in Mexico next year
Torex will invest around $100 million in its Morelos mine, in the Pacific state of Guerrero.