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FUN BREAK: Geologist unmasks Mayan ‘apocalypse’ myth

Doomsayers may surely be relieved to read the latest posts by geologist Wayne Sedawie, who for years has travelled and investigated ancient Mayan sites, as he explains why the end of the world is not a month away.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 22, 2012 | 3:28 pm

Brazil gold reserves reach 11-year high

Brazil increased gold reserves for the second straight month, reaching the highest level in 11 years, data from the International Monetary Fund showed Wednesday.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 22, 2012 | 2:06 pm

Gold Fields weighs alternatives for Peru’s Chucapaca mine

South African miner Gold Fields (NYSE, JSE:GFI) revealed its initial plan to develop a gold deposit into an open-pit mine in southern Peru isn't feasible.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 21, 2012 | 6:21 pm

Old English coins made from New World silver provide invaluable clues to monetary historians

Scientists obtain invaluable data from Renaissance-era currency

Marc Howe | November 21, 2012 | 4:47 am

Vale gets green light for railway expansion

Brazil’s Vale (NYSE:VALE), the world's number one iron ore producer, was granted Monday an environmental permit to expand the Carajás railroad (EFC), a key part of its plans to increase iron ore production in the Amazon.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 19, 2012 | 7:03 pm