Ionic Rare Earths applies for UK gov’t grant for commercial plant The capital grant could provide the UK with sovereign magnet REO capability for the first time, the company says. Staff Writer | December 5, 2024 | 8:12 am
Mali issues arrest warrant for Barrick CEO amid tax dispute – report Bristow is accused of money laundering and violating financial regulations, according to Reuters. Staff Writer | December 5, 2024 | 8:02 am
Coal miner jumps by limit in biggest Indonesian IPO of 2024 Shares of PT Adaro Andalan Indonesia gained 20% in their first day of trading. Bloomberg News | December 5, 2024 | 7:01 am
BHP not fixated on copper growth organically or through acquisitions, exec says BHP is now free to relaunch a bid to acquire Anglo, as the six-month standstill mandated by London’s takeover rules has expired. Reuters | December 5, 2024 | 6:57 am
Botswana holds main interest rate as diamond slump saps economy Declining earnings from diamonds have limited government spending. Reuters | December 5, 2024 | 6:53 am
Antofagasta, Jiangxi agree major drop in 2025 copper TC/RCs The new agreement represents a drop of 73.4% from the $80 benchmark for 2024. Reuters | December 5, 2024 | 6:51 am
Panamanians divided over reopening First Quantum’s copper mine The results of the survey come at a time when the nation is grappling with the economic and social ramifications of Cobre Panama's closure. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 5, 2024 | 5:50 am
Paladin restarts Langer Heinrich plant after planned shutdown Paladin built an on-site water storage facility designed to provide a buffer against potential future water supply disruptions. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 5, 2024 | 4:05 am
Rio Tinto joins partnership to study low-carbon aluminum production in Finland The Arctial partnership will oversee a feasibility study and environmental impact assessment for a potential greenfield aluminum project in Kokkola. Staff Writer | December 4, 2024 | 12:52 pm