September 15, 2013

Top scientists overstate global warming: leaked UN report

"It is not a bible, it is a scientific review, an assessment of the literature."

September 14, 2013

Corruption charges laid against Brockman Mining CEO

Charges not related to Brockman position.

September 13, 2013

Obama’s ‘all-out-war’ on coal hits China

China yesterday and the US next week, both banning construction of new coal-fired power plants.

September 13, 2013

Canada’s Silvercorp blames contractor for production dip at Chinese mines

Company said mining contractors were adding waste rock from development tunnels to ore trucks before they were weighed.

September 13, 2013

A (very) brief history of gold

From the early Egyptians to Bernanke.

September 12, 2013

China gets tough on coal, pollution

Bans new coal-fired power plants in some areas as part of anti-pollution measures.

September 11, 2013

Gold’s headed for $1500, consumer demand to falter: Thompson Reuters gold survey

But it will settle at an average of $1,350 over the 2014 calendar year.

September 11, 2013

More bullish signs for iron ore as shipping rates continue to climb

Chinese investment in railroads, buildings and other infrastructure will rise 20% this year, requiring 200 million tonnes of iron ore.

September 10, 2013

Gamechanger: Chinese Valemax ban could be relaxed soon

With iron ore freight rates soaring, lifting the ban on Vale's mega-carriers could be a game changer.

September 10, 2013

Chinese bidders may be allowed to compete for Glencore Xstrata $5bn Peru mine

Las Bambas expected to produce more than 400,000 tonnes of copper a year, as well significant quantities of gold, silver and molybdenum as by-product.