Codelco to start lithium exploration in March
Chilean state-owned mining firm received an environmental permit to develop Salar de Maricunga.
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Wheeler River is the largest undeveloped uranium project in the eastern part of the Athabasca Basin.
Largest and most valuable blue diamond to come to auction at Sotheby’s Hong Kong
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Glencore’s zinc mine expansion met by Indigenous backlash
Australian government judged it failed to adequately consult with Aboriginal custodians over the protection of a sacred site.
Magna Gold says three employees dead after Mexican mine collapse
"Three mine employees were in the fine ore storage area when a cave-in occurred," the company said.
Gold price highest since June as concerns over Ukraine continue
Rising geopolitical tensions and expectations surrounding a US rate hike drove investors to havens like bullion.
Aluminum price nears 13-year high on tight supply
The metal rose to near the strongest level since 2008 as traders assessed the possible impact of a potential easing of geopolitical tensions over Ukraine.
Cobalt powerhouse doubles down on nickel
Umicore says the burgeoning electric-vehicle industry is switching to high-nickel batteries far faster than expected.
