Venezuela deploys 5,000 soldiers in national parks to deal with illegal gold mining, drug traffickingThe Venezuelan and Colombian armed forces say they are working together to combat illegal gold mining and drug trafficking in protected areas.Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | May 7, 2023 | 11:50 am
Gold mine fire in Peru kills 27This is Peru's single deadliest mining accident in more than…Reuters | May 7, 2023 | 10:36 am
‘Mixed picture’ for gold in Q1 2023 as reduced investment offsets state purchases – reportThe first quarter was propped up by a recovery in…MINING.com Editor | May 4, 2023 | 6:04 pm
Barrick’s Tanzania gold mine hit by new police abuse accusations A corporate watchdog is alleging that local police are killing and assaulting villagers around a Tanzanian mine owned by Barrick. Bloomberg News | March 16, 2022 | 9:53 am
Sudanese miners killed in South Kordafan mine collapse About 80% of Sudan's lucrative gold mining is performed using dangerous makeshift methods. Reuters | March 16, 2022 | 9:19 am
The $140 billion question: Can Russia sell its huge gold pile? Bank of Russia expanded its gold reserves almost sixfold since the mid-2000s. Bloomberg News | March 16, 2022 | 8:43 am
Gold prices fall despite ongoing war and surging inflation It seems that the stalemate in Ukraine has slowed down gold's bold movements. Sunshine Profits | March 15, 2022 | 1:13 pm
Silver Bullet to begin producing at Washington mine in Idaho Historically, the Washington mine was a high-grade gold property that first saw production in the late 1800s. Staff Writer | March 15, 2022 | 11:53 am
Russians buy up gold to salvage savings after ruble collapse Increasing household demand for physical gold prompted Bank of Russia to halt its purchases from banks to ensure there’s enough supply for local buyers. Bloomberg News | March 15, 2022 | 9:56 am
Turquoise Hill shareholders could score big with Rio’s bid Analysts predict Turquoise Hill investors will seek a higher offer than the current C$34/share bid, perhaps greater than C$50/share. Cecilia Jamasmie | March 15, 2022 | 9:45 am
Gold price extends decline ahead of Fed policy meeting “Gold prices have moved lower in the past three days mainly because oil prices have fallen,” an analyst said. Staff Writer | March 15, 2022 | 9:27 am
AMC buys stake in gold and silver mine in Nevada The cinema giant is investing in Hycroft Mining Holding Corp. alongside Eric Sprott. Bloomberg News | March 15, 2022 | 8:01 am