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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

EarthLabs expands with Frankfurt listing

EarthLabs owns CEO.CA, the largest social media platform for mining…

Staff Writer | March 26, 2024 | 10:45 am

Canada watchdog says human rights abuses likely occurred at a Dynasty Gold mine in China

In a report, the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise recommended…

Reuters | March 26, 2024 | 7:35 am

Several people killed in accident at abandoned Liberia gold mine

Authorities said seven people died in the incident, which occurred…

Reuters | March 26, 2024 | 7:00 am

Macron looks to regulate illegal gold mining in French Guiana

Emmanuel Macron said France was considering drafting a plan within three months…

Reuters | March 25, 2024 | 5:18 pm

Rio Tinto-Turquoise Hill takeover vote set for December 9

Turquoise Hill's shareholders vote has been repeatedly delayed because of the opposition of key minority investors and regulators' scrutiny.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 25, 2022 | 3:51 am

World’s biggest copper mine moves closer to strike

More than 2,000 workers at Escondida mine in Chile ready to walk off the job on Nov. 28 and 30 if BHP does not meet their demands.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 24, 2022 | 10:15 am

Codelco sees copper deficit at 8 million tonnes by 2032

While a surplus is expected in the short term due to new projects coming online, medium to long-term demand will offset supply further.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 24, 2022 | 6:59 am

How molybdenum is helping reveal secrets of the deep earth

Molybdenum isotopes are helping researchers determine the composition of magmatic rocks, therefore revealing the structure of the subduction zone.

Staff Writer | November 24, 2022 | 5:24 am

Zanaga Iron Ore shares soar after buying Glencore project in Congo

Deal gives the miner a 100% interest in the Zanaga iron project in the Republic of Congo.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 24, 2022 | 3:44 am

Anglo American to meet almost half Los Bronces water needs from desalination plant

Anglo American will use 500 litres per second of desalinated water to cover 45% of Los Bronces needs in a first phase.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 23, 2022 | 9:00 am

Mountain Province finds new kimberlite around Gahcho Kue mine

The new KE kimberlite is a distinct occurrence that is located on the claims and leases surrounding the Gahcho Kué diamond mine in Canada.

Staff Writer | November 23, 2022 | 6:03 am

Glencore, Metals Acquisition amend CSA copper mine sale deal

Glencore will still receive $1.1bn for the copper mine in Australia, but the companies have changed payment terms.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 23, 2022 | 3:44 am

Boliden to earn 70% stake in Amarc’s DUKE copper-gold project in British Columbia

Boliden has committed to funding C$5 million to be spent in 2022 and early 2023, with Amarc acting as the operator.

Henry Lazenby | November 22, 2022 | 1:50 pm

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