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Diamonds could help spot early stage cancers

Australian researchers have found a way to use diamonds to act as beacons in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans and identify cancerous tumours before they become life-threatening.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 16, 2015 | 12:29 pm

Rare earth producers say illegal mining in China responsible for low prices

As a result, all rare earths producers inside and outside China are facing extremely challenging conditions, say insiders.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 16, 2015 | 8:58 am

Miners need to invest $150bn to avoid looming supply shortages

According to research house Wood Mackenzie, the need for investment is becoming desperate in zinc and lead and will be a major issue in the copper sector in the next few years.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 16, 2015 | 3:45 am

Australia says ‘yes’ to Carmichael coal mine by Great Barrier Reef

The country's government has given its final, yet conditional, approval for one of the world's biggest coal mines.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 15, 2015 | 10:45 am

Gina Rinehart’s Roy Hill mine to miss deadline for first shipment

The transition to production comes at a challenging time for the company, as prices for iron ore have fallen 70% since mine construction began in 2011.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 15, 2015 | 5:18 am

Australia’s Ranger uranium mine extension rejected

The traditional owners’ opposition could mean that Energy Resources of Australia (ERA), a subsidiary of Rio Tinto, has to write down the value of its assets.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 15, 2015 | 3:25 am