March 22, 2016

These bacteria can help you find rich platinum deposits

Fresh research shows a new role for bacteria in cycling platinum group metals in soils and sediments, offering a better understanding of how to search for them.

March 22, 2016

Diamond traders ‘in shock’ following Brussels attacks

Antwerp, located about an hour north of Brussels, remains the world’s largest diamond-trading hub.

March 22, 2016

Gold rallies, European stocks fall after Brussels explosions

Risk aversion is back in the marketplace Tuesday, following the terrorist attacks in Belgium's capital.

March 21, 2016

The richest and poorest countries in the world

The world economy is complex, but today’s series of maps will allow you to simplify your understanding of the relative wealth of people around the globe.

March 21, 2016

Natural gas about to overtake coal for power generation in the US

2016 would be the first year the fossil fuel loses out to natural gas as preferred fuel for electricity generation in the US.

March 21, 2016

Former oil sands workers eye renewables market

Edmonton-based group aims to re-train 1,000 jobless workers into solar panel installers by 2018.

March 21, 2016

Gold extends losses for third day, drops below $1,250 an ounce

As a result of a slightly higher dollar and investors’ decision to sell their recent gains for the precious metal.

March 21, 2016

Germany to bring half its gold back by 2020

The country's central bank has already repatriated 1,400 tons or 41.5% of its gold reserves.

March 20, 2016

Vancouver junior buys 26 UK tin mines

Tin price is up more than 25% since January.

March 18, 2016

Odds on, odds off: London gold market seemingly confused on best route forward

“The market is currently built on hearsay, and rumors,” said one source close to the situation.