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Krypton in zircon grains reveals landscapes’ history and potential future, researchers say

By measuring the krypton, the Curtin University team was able to work out how long zircon grains spent near the Earth’s surface before they were buried, like a ‘cosmic clock’.

Staff Writer | January 16, 2026 | 12:40 pm

Japan and Italy to cooperate on critical minerals

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni agreed to work together on critical mineral supply and elevate their […]

Bloomberg News | January 16, 2026 | 11:33 am

CMOC bets on copper growth, maintains cobalt target

Copper output is seen at 760,000 tons to 820,000 tons this year, rising as much as 11% from last year, the Chinese miner said.

Bloomberg News | January 16, 2026 | 10:55 am

What mining investors should watch for in 2026: Sprott

Analysts at Sprott highlighted deglobalization and debasement trade as some of the top investment themes of 2026.

Staff Writer | January 16, 2026 | 10:19 am

Congo state miner proposes deal for cobalt producer prized by US

Gecamines has proposed acquiring Chemaf before bringing in a new majority shareholder.

Bloomberg News | January 16, 2026 | 9:49 am

Maaden invests $110B in Saudi bid to be mining powerhouse

The investment is aimed at tripling its phosphate and gold business and doubling its aluminum business.

Blair McBride | January 16, 2026 | 8:51 am

Rio Tinto-Glencore merger may need asset sales to win over China

China's antitrust regulator is likely to be concerned about a combined entity's concentration in copper production, analysts said.

Reuters | January 16, 2026 | 7:45 am

Mobius shuns record-breaking gold on risk of dollar rebound

The dollar could strengthen from current levels as forecasts point to a turnaround in the US economy, the veteran investor said.

Bloomberg News | January 16, 2026 | 7:17 am

Heavy rainfall disrupts Australian metallurgical coal supplies

Some coal miners have declared force majeure on portions of their shipments or warned customers of potential delays, according to traders.

Bloomberg News | January 16, 2026 | 7:09 am

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