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UK data watchdog hands defeat to Steinmetz over request to quell Simandou mining deal critics

Steinmetz and three BSGR directors argued that Global Witness had obtained personal information about them without authorization and wanted it to be forced to reveal what specific data it held.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 22, 2014 | 12:14 pm

Sherritt makes big move on US-Cuba deal

Sherritt International (TSX:S), the natural resources company with extensive operations in Cuba, saw a whopping 42.9 percent gain between last Monday and Friday, resulting from an announced thaw in US-Cuba relations.

Andrew Topf | December 21, 2014 | 11:44 pm

Codelco El Teniente mine expansion to take longer, cost $2bn more

The touted expansion of the world's largest underground copper mine is two to three years behind schedule and will require $2 billion more than initially planned, said the company.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 19, 2014 | 7:03 pm

PDE and CIBJO agree to develop programs to promote Corporate Social Responsibility in Latin American jewelry sector

The Panama Diamond Exchange and CIBJO, the World Jewellery Confederation, have agreed to join forces in providing educational programs for the gemstone and jewelry sectors in Latin America, instilling the principles of Corporate Social Responsibility.

Panama Diamond Exchange | December 18, 2014 | 6:31 pm

Judge turns down Vale bid to dismiss Rio Tinto lawsuit in U.S.

The court said Vale had failed to convince him to dismiss the case in which it is accused of conspiring to steal Rio's rights for part of iron ore reserve potentially worth billions.

Cecilia Jamasmie | December 18, 2014 | 4:47 pm