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Delving into shear deformation could lead to next-gen metals

Researchers say longer-lasting batteries, lighter alloys for more efficient vehicles, and custom designs of next-generation metals are now possible.

Staff Writer | November 15, 2022 | 5:20 am

EnCore Energy shares slide on buying another uranium plant in Texas

The deal gives enCore three of only 11 licensed production…

Staff Writer | November 14, 2022 | 8:32 am

Scientists dig for answers inside mineral-rich meteorites

The goal is to learn how the young earth acquired…

Staff Writer | November 13, 2022 | 5:24 am

Ford, GM in talks with Posco Chemical on battery metal hubs

GM is investing $35 billion to make its lineup fully…

Bloomberg News | November 11, 2022 | 9:44 am

Copper price rises on signs of US inflation turning the corner

The dollar fell sharply on Thursday after US consumer prices…

MINING.COM Staff Writer | November 10, 2022 | 9:28 am

Copper price rally resumes on US stimulus, decade low China stocks

Chinese inventories have dropped to near decade lows on robust demand from factories.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | February 8, 2021 | 9:43 am

Developer of Alaska’s Pebble mine, ex-CEO served subpoenas

The subpoenas to produce documents is related to a grand jury investigation apparently involving recordings of private conversations regarding the Pebble mine project.

Reuters | February 8, 2021 | 9:33 am

Gold price rises on US stimulus hopes

Gold's gains came despite world stocks hitting record highs and a slightly higher dollar.

MINING.COM Staff Writer | February 8, 2021 | 8:58 am

Diamonds forecast to regain pre-pandemic sparkle in 2022-2024

Demand recovery will diverge depending on lockdown policies, government support, and the extent to which retailers manage to shift sales online.

Reuters | February 8, 2021 | 8:33 am

Canada Nickel held talks with US government on supplying metal for EV batteries

US Commerce Department officials held an introductory call in August with the miner to gauge its "ability to supply critical minerals.

Reuters | February 8, 2021 | 8:11 am

Elon Musk offers $100 million for best carbon capture innovation

Sum will be awarded for the best technology created for removing carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere or oceans and store that carbon in a safe, cost-effective way.

Cecilia Jamasmie | February 8, 2021 | 4:05 am

An unleashed Jeff Bezos will seek to shift space venture Blue Origin into hyperdrive

Jeff Bezos is expected to turn up the heat on his space venture, Blue Origin, as it faces a pivotal year and fierce competition from Elon Musk's SpaceX.

Reuters | February 8, 2021 | 3:41 am