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Scientists get better understanding of how rare earth metal in lightbulbs forms

Cerium is a rare earth metal that is used in some types of lightbulbs and flat-screen TVs.

Staff Writer | March 27, 2024 | 6:48 am

First Majestic starts selling bullion at Nevada mint facility

Inaugural production of bullion bars, branded “First Strike”, will be…

Staff Writer | March 27, 2024 | 5:11 am

Most rescue efforts suspended at Russian gold mine due to collapse risk

The Pioneer gold mine, one of Russia's largest, is in…

Reuters | March 27, 2024 | 1:55 am

Video: Eldorado Gold geared for growth as Skouries build progresses

Eldorado expects its production profile to swell about 45% over…

Northern Miner Staff | March 26, 2024 | 2:29 pm

Star Diamond acquires Rio Tinto’s 75% interest in the Fort à la Corne diamond project

Star Diamond now owns 100% of the project in central Saskatchewan.

Staff Writer | March 26, 2024 | 1:40 pm

Endeavour Silver production up 18% in first quarter

Results were driven mainly by a 27% output increase at the Guanacevi mine and to a 1% jump at the Bolañitos mine, also in Mexico.

Staff Writer | April 10, 2023 | 9:21 am

Teck Resources calls Glencore bid a “non-starter”

Chief executive Jonathan Price warns that Glencore's proposed takeover would destroy value for the company’s shareholders.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 10, 2023 | 3:51 am

Brazilian Air Force destroys aircraft used to smuggle gold from the Yanomami traditional territory

The Brazilian Air Force said this was the first action aimed at combating illegal mining and unregulated air traffic following the closure of the air space in the Amazonian region.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | April 9, 2023 | 9:53 am

Mexico’s executive scrutinizes mining concessions in protected areas

A recent federal government report shows that about 7% of Mexico’s mining concessions are located within protected areas.

Staff Writer | April 9, 2023 | 8:03 am

Lundin Gold posts record quarterly production from Fruta del Norte

For two straight years, the company has exceeded its production guidance at Fruta del Norte.

Staff Writer | April 7, 2023 | 9:02 am

Avino reports fatality at Mexico silver mine

The company recently delivered an updated resource estimate for the Avino property.

Staff Writer | April 6, 2023 | 1:14 pm

Teck Resources, Agnico Eagle close San Nicolás copper JV in Mexico

Agnico Eagle, through a Mexican subsidiary, will take a 50% stake in Minas de San Nicolás for $580 million.

Staff Writer | April 6, 2023 | 12:24 pm

Osisko Metals, Appian complete JV to advance Pine Point zinc project

Appian plans to invest up to C$100 million over an estimated four-year period to acquire a 60% interest in Pine Point in the Northwest Territories.

Staff Writer | April 6, 2023 | 10:37 am

De Beers finds diamond within a diamond, names it the “Beating Heart”

The 0.33-carat rough diamond has an internal cavity enclosing a smaller loose diamond, which moves around within the space.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 6, 2023 | 5:23 am

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