July 31, 2017 Scientists find evidence for the formation of thinnest possible diamond The researchers say the realization of a stable and atomically thick two-dimensional diamond material is still forthcoming
July 31, 2017 Colombian First Nations protest illegal mining on their traditional territories The Indigenous groups demand urgent action against 160 mines whose activities -they say- are contaminating rivers, ravines, and the Ciénaga Grande de Santa Marta
July 31, 2017 Leagold Mining receives permit for ramp at Bermejal underground deposit Expansion project has the potential to increase gold production and extend mine life at Mexico's Los Filos, one of Latin America’s largest gold operations.
July 31, 2017 Upbeat China data sends iron ore soaring, climbs the most in 8 months Ore with 62% content in Qingdao jumped 7.2% to $73.70 a tonne, according to the Metal Bulletin, the highest price since April 11 and the largest one-day percentage gain since…
July 30, 2017 Six contractors die at illegal gold mine in Colombia An explosion at an illegal gold mine in Colombia has killed six security contractors who were working for Continental Gold (TSX:CNL).
July 28, 2017 Concern in Mexico over gold exploration near nuclear plant Vancouver-based Candelaria Mining was allowed to continue exploration at the Caballo Blanco gold project
July 27, 2017 Artisanal miners’ strike impacts Colombian town Local businesses have joined a general strike started six days ago by at least 10,000 artisanal and ancestral miners
July 26, 2017 Codelco and Anglo American recognize Metso’scontribution to safety Metso has been able to improve the safety of operations at both sites by developing and implementing innovative safety enhancements.
July 26, 2017 Fresnillo silver, gold output jump on San Julian ramp up, higher ores For the three months to June 30, silver production totalled 14.5 million ounces, a 12% rise from last year, while gold output was 223,000 ounces, up 2.7% from a year…
July 25, 2017 Brazil to raise mining royalties, set up new regulator Brazil's government will announce an increase in mining royalties and the creation of a new agency to regulate the industry in a bid to inject new life in Brazilian mining,…
US asks allies to step up measures on Chinese minerals Ending US reliance on the minerals has been a top priority for Washington since last year, when Beijing imposed export restrictions on rare earths. January 15, 2026 | 04:05 pm
