October 4, 2019 Tesla battery flaw cover-up claim to be evaluated by NHTSA The petition, filed by a law firm representing Tesla drivers, alleges that Tesla updated battery management software in response to a potential defect that could lead to battery fires.
October 4, 2019 MSHA reinstates its 2017 workplace exam rule The MSHA’s announcement may make it seem as if the rule’s fate is finally settled, but that’s far from the truth.
October 4, 2019 Gold futures decline as US jobs data eases concerns on economy The job figures may give some comfort to markets after a string of weaker-than-expected data had boosted demand for gold as a haven this week.
October 4, 2019 Zimbabwe accuses US of lying about diamond-mining forced labour Zimbabwe, suffering its worst economic crisis since 2008, is desperate to end sanctions imposed by the U.S. and the European Union on politicians and state companies.
October 3, 2019 Researchers in Canada develop million-mile lithium-ion battery If it reaches commercial production, the battery could make Tesla's robot taxis and long-haul electric trucks viable.
October 2, 2019 Newmont’s new CEO plans to dispense more discipline than cash Newmont shares have trailed its peers, even with gold’s meteoric rise that took the metal to a six-year high of $1,557.11 an ounce last month.
October 2, 2019 Rise of ethical investing, social license the top risks to miners The mining and metals sector is facing greater scrutiny from end consumers, demanding a transparent, ethical supply chain.
October 1, 2019 Republican lawmakers call for measures to spur new US uranium mining Trump created the United States Nuclear Fuel Working Group in July to help uranium miners and nuclear industry struggling with foreign competition.
October 1, 2019 Zimbabwe rejects US claim that diamond mine uses forced labour Zimbabwe has accused the US of ignorance after blocking rough diamond imports from the Marange fields.
October 1, 2019 Lithium at two-year low hobbles US bid to loosen China’s grip on market The lowest lithium prices in over two years are hampering a handful of miners that want to challenge China’s dominance in the market.
Rio Tinto’s fourth-quarter iron ore, copper output beat estimates Despite the comeback performance, Rio Tinto is still in danger of losing the top producer spot to Brazil's Vale. January 20, 2026 | 02:08 pm
