Trump advisers urge ending environmental reviews for mines receiving US funds
Proposed US critical minerals projects have been in regulatory review for more than a decade.
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Aluminum price falls to one-month low in wider commodity slump
The longer run trends are more bullish for aluminum, according to Commerzbank.
Torex Gold’s mining suspension in Mexico lifted
Torex's 2024 production forecast remains intact, with the company tracking towards the lower end of the 450,000-470,000 oz. guidance range.
Namibia investigates China’s Xinfeng for alleged illegal mining
Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy is investigating Xinfeng for alleged illegal mining in the lithium-rich Erongo region.
Alrosa’s 2024 diamond output falls by 4.6%
The miner announced plans last month to suspend some production in 2025 and cut staff as it grapples with low global prices.
Barrick Gold seeks arbitration over Mali mines dispute
The miner said it could suspend operations if gold shipments remain blocked.
Lucara names two largest diamonds found in 2024
The 2,488ct diamond is named Motswedi ("water spring") and the 1,094ct stone is called Seriti ("aura" or "presence").
Volkswagen buys 9.9% of Patriot Battery Metals for $48 million
Patriot's project will supply lithium to Volkswagen’s battery company PowerCo in Europe and North America.
Vulcan Energy secures near $922m debt commitment for Lionheart project financing
Lionheart is a major lithium and renewable energy initiative located in the Upper Rhine Valley brine field.