Northern Dynasty closes $17 million in financings to support Pebble project The proposed mine, if built, would represent the largest in North America. Staff Writer | December 21, 2023 | 10:08 am
Brazil police launch probe into Braskem as mine risks collapsing Latin America’s largest petrochemical is under increasing pressure as the ground sinks in parts of the city of Maceio. Bloomberg News | December 21, 2023 | 9:24 am
Energy Fuels starts production at three uranium mines as metal prices rise The company started production at three of its permitted and developed uranium mines in Arizona and Utah. Reuters | December 21, 2023 | 9:19 am
China bans export of rare earths processing tech over national security China accounts for nearly 90% of global refined output. Reuters | December 21, 2023 | 9:08 am
Gold Fields sells Asanko stake in $170 million deal The South African firm has sold its 45% stake in Ghana's Asanko gold mine to joint venture partner Galiano Gold. Reuters | December 21, 2023 | 9:03 am
UK fraud watchdog must pay damages to ENRC, court rules ENRC has always denied any wrongdoing and argued the UK's Serious Fraud Office would not have launched its investigation if it had not first induced the company's former lawyer to act against its interests. Reuters | December 21, 2023 | 8:31 am
Hummingbird Resources unveils plan to raise up to $32.7 million Proceeds will be used to fund its growth strategy, exploration, advance its Dugbe gold project in Liberia, and boost its balance sheet. Cecilia Jamasmie | December 21, 2023 | 6:22 am
Graphene-copper mix may improve efficiency of EV, industrial equipment motors By mixing the right amount of graphene with copper to make electrical wires it is possible to improve the efficiency of electricity distribution. Staff Writer | December 21, 2023 | 6:06 am
Agnico Eagle invests in Finland-focused FireFox Gold The $1.4 million private placement gives Agnico a 10.9% holding in FireFox. Staff Writer | December 21, 2023 | 4:30 am