Class action against Rio Tinto over Oyu Tolgoi escalates
US hedge fund’s lawsuit claims the miner concealed the true cause of the mine expansion delays, which Rio had largely blamed on the site's geology.
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Rio Tinto to use solar technology to power California mine
Heliogen's AI-powered technology will be deployed at Rio's borates mine, using heat from the sun to generate and store carbon-free energy to power industrial processes.
China’s epic sandstorm lifts the price of coal that caused it
Thermal coal prices could go higher still as China’s worst sandstorm in a decade tightens supply.
Companies keep too much of Peru’s metal wealth, top candidate says
The front-runner in Peru’s presidential race said he’s ready to take a tougher stance against mining companies.
Chile lawmakers want a bigger share of the copper windfall
Chile’s lower house has approved a proposed royalty on copper and lithium sales.
Mexico eyes bigger role in lithium, sees speculation in mining concessions
Earlier this month, Lopez Obrador said his government was studying a proposal by a lawmaker in his ruling party to nationalize lithium production.
Resolute Mining shares drop 25% on Ghana lease termination
The miner has been ordered to cease all activities and operations at its Bibiani gold mine.
Benchmark drills high-grade intercepts at Lawyers, stock jumps
The company is working towards a bulk tonnage resource for the project.
Cornish Metals granted key permit for United Downs
Cornwall mineral authority’s concession of development rights will allow Cornish Metal to begin drilling at the copper-tin project.