Gold has risen every year of the last ten and, after a short breather in January, seems to be continuing its rise. But, while many investors still view gold as the ultimate safe haven in times of change and unrest, there are some that believe returns may be better elsewhere.

Resourceful Events reports that prior to the Mining Investment & Finance Fundamentals conference (May 31 - June 2), they will be hosting a Mining 101 workshop at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Perth, WA, Australia:

"Join the Mining 101 workshop to gain a comprehensive but straight forward (no jargon) explanation of what the mining industry is, and how it works. Mining 101 is aimed at people working in associated sectors (the financial community, lawyers, PR companies, equipment manufacturers, service providers, etc) who would benefit from an overview of mining, and be in a better position as a result to develop more business opportunities. Understand the industry in just one day."

According to a recent study, more labor accidents could be prevented if workers received additional interactive, engaging training. The researchers found that when it comes to acquiring safety knowledge and demonstrating safe work behaviors in hazardous work environments, interactive training techniques like hands-on simulations play a critical role.

A further rise in crude oil prices will dampen copper prices, though demand from key buyers in China, the United States and Europe so far looks solid, a senior executive at the world's top copper producer Codelco said on Wednesday.

The Brazilian mining giant said iron ore production from the Zogota mine will have a capacity of 15m tonnes in 2012 before […]

China’s environmental protection agency has vowed to curb heavy metal pollution in a bid to cut widespread industrial contaminants like lead that […]

SA President Jacob Zuma and Mines Minister  Susan Shabangu are expected to preside over the official launch of the African Exploration Mining […]

Stillwater Mining Company today reported 2010 net income of $50.4 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, on revenues of $555.9 million. Contributing to the net income in 2010 were higher PGM prices and a recovery in recycling volumes, along with continued focus on productivity and controlling costs.

Taseko Mines submitted a new plan for its Prosperity project on Monday, saying it has addressed environmental concerns that saw its last plan rejected by the Canadian federal government.