US bill would block defense contractors from using Chinese rare earths
The bill is the latest in a string of U.S. legislation seeking to thwart China's near control over the sector.
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South32’s PFS for Taylor supports ‘multi-decade’ critical metals operation in Arizona
South32 says it is designing Taylor to be its "next generation mine."
Kirkland Lake Gold hits production record ahead of merger with Agnico Eagle
The gold miner posted record production for the year, with a total of 1.4 million oz.
Northern Graphite buying two mines, to be third largest producer outside China
The company is purchasing the Lac des Iles mine and mill in Quebec and all the outstanding shares of Imerys Group.
No new year resolution for out-of-favour copper market
Copper’s fall from grace among fund players is clear to see in sliding volumes across all three major trading venues, writes Andy Home.
De Beers makes diamond buyers cough up cash with fresh price rise
The world's largest diamond miner by value is said to have hiked prices by about 8% for big stones and 20% for small ones at the latest sale.
Nornickel says 2021 nickel sales were unaffected by export tax
Russian exporters of nickel, steel, aluminum and copper paid extra export taxes in the last five months of 2021.
How light can improve li-ion battery, fuel cell performance
Researchers discovered that light could boost the performance of thin lithium battery electrolytes by increasing charging rates.
BHP to introduce electric trains at Pilbara mines
The four locomotives, scheduled for delivery in late 2023, will be supplied by Progress Rail, a unit of Caterpillar, and Wabtec Corp.
