Chaarat Gold to buy polymetallic project as part of acquisition spree

Imminent launch of Chinese gold-backed ETF could make 834 tonnes per year look small.

Recent avalanches affecting several points along a water channel in the area of Barrick's Pascua Lama project have not affected water quality, says the gold miner.

It will start charging mining companies already operating or planning to start up in the second half of this year.

Renowned investment expert Stephen Leeb says gold and silver are set to embark upon "the greatest bull market people will ever see in their lifetimes" amidst an industrial squeeze and a surge in appetite for precious metals from Asia.

It protects itself by turning its environment into molecular-sized gold nuggets.

Vancouver firm may still look attractive to gold majors looking for new supply.

Mines in Mali delivered more than 700,000 ounces of gold last year while government and rebel troops fight for control of the country.

Uncertainty in the gold market

Mongolian president Elbegdorj delivers stinging rebuke to 'irresponsible' Rio over Oyu Tolgoi's runaway costs of $24bn.