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Zimbabwe launches “gold-backed” currency to replace dollar

The new currency, ZiG, will be supported by a combination of foreign currencies, gold and other precious metals.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 5, 2024 | 5:08 am

Stanmore Resources secures full control of Eagle Downs

Stanmore had acquired the first 50% of Eagle Downs metallurgical…

Staff Writer | April 5, 2024 | 3:49 am

Video: Ecora Resources capitalizes on chronic exploration underinvestment

Ecora offers non-dilutive, flexible financing and long-term partnership opportunities that…

Northern Miner Staff | April 4, 2024 | 10:30 am

Helicopter rescues Taiwan miners, stranded hotel guests confirmed safe

The government said ten people were confirmed killed by the…

Reuters | April 4, 2024 | 9:52 am

New technology uses sand to store renewable energy

Particle thermal energy storage doesn’t rely on rare earth metals…

Staff Writer | April 4, 2024 | 6:06 am

China coal mine accident kills at least 8, rescue ops underway

Preliminary investigation showed the accident occurred due to a coal and gas outburst at the mine.

Reuters | January 12, 2024 | 10:15 am

Platinum-palladium catalyst helps produce environmentally friendlier chemical feedstock

A new platinum-palladium-based catalyst allows for the manufacturing of propylene oxide without the toxic chemicals normally required for its production.

Staff Writer | January 12, 2024 | 6:06 am

Serra Verde enters commercial production in Brazil

Pela Ema is the first mine outside Asia to produce four critical magnetic rare earths.

Staff Writer | January 11, 2024 | 9:09 am

Gem Diamonds and Lucara find first big stones of 2024

Gem Diamonds has unearthed a 295-carat rough at its Letšeng mine in Lesotho, while Lucara recovered a 166-carat rough at Letšeng in Botswana.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 11, 2024 | 3:24 am

Gemfields says rubies making headway in Chinese market

The company's report, the second since 2020, reveals that rubies are gaining steam among Chinese consumers.

Staff Writer | January 10, 2024 | 7:14 am

Scientists gain new insights into diamond rain on Neptune, Uranus

Diamond rain on Neptune and Uranus forms at a lower depth than previously thought.

Staff Writer | January 10, 2024 | 6:06 am

De Beers to spend $1 billion on Botswana mine expansion

The approved investment will be used to convert the Jwaneng open pit mine into an underground diamond operation.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 10, 2024 | 3:42 am

High-grade results ‘bode well’ for Graphite One feasibility this year

The results from about 8,730 metres across 52 drill holes were part of Graphite One’s largest exploration program in the company’s history at the Graphite Creek project.

Blair McBride | January 9, 2024 | 9:57 am

Norway approves deep sea mining in Arctic Ocean

The bill, voted 80-20 by lawmakers on Tuesday, allows commercial mineral exploration, but mining licences won't be issued just yet.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 9, 2024 | 9:35 am

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