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Chile, Argentina revive mining treaty with $20.7B pipeline
SANTIAGO, Chile, July 10 (UPI) -- Chile and Argentina have revived a nearly three-decade-old treaty to develop mining projects along their shared border, with planned investments that exceed $20.7 billion. The proximity of Argentine mining deposits…
EPA to open habitats of endangered species to logging and mining
The Trump administration repealed a crucial part of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) on Friday, finalizing a new rule that will open habitats of imperiled wildlife to development, logging, mining and other uses. For the last 50 years, the landmark…
Quebec Firm Pioneers Cyanide-Free Gold Extraction and Arsenic Capture to Clean up Mining Industry
A Quebec chemical firm has developed a cyanide-free, and generally non-toxic method to extract gold from mineral ores—an option that could potentially relieve companies from a significant portion of current environmental compliance. The…
The festival that has turned a former mining town into an award-winning culture town
MacMillan recalls the disbelieving laughter and “whisperings” at his plans to bring world-class musicians and ensembles to Cumnock to appear alongside local groups and performers. He also remembers being convinced that his vision of…
NGT orders stricter oversight of quarries, crushers in Telangana mining zone
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed authorities in Telangana to strengthen oversight of quarrying, stone crushing and hot mix plants operating in the mining zone spanning Bandaraviryal in Ranga Reddy district and Deshmukhi in Yadadri…
Namibia secures China deals on infrastructure, mining and energy with state visit
BEIJING, July 10 - China on Friday said it would step up cooperation with Namibia in the Southern African state's energy, farming, infrastructure, and minerals sectors during talks in Beijing between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Namibian President…
Mexico's Industrial Production Falls in May
MEXICO CITY--Industrial production in Mexico pulled back in May, led by a decline in construction activity after making solid gains the previous month. Industrial output was down 0.8% from April in seasonally adjusted terms, national statistics…
Butte Archives uses artifacts and documents to tell the Mining City's story
BUTTE — Paper documents such as wedding certificates, photographs, and handwritten notebooks sit alongside artifacts such as a copper menu from a 1903 presidential visit to Butte. Together, they tell a story. WATCH: A 1957 wedding dress…
Aluminium body urges Finance and Mines ministries to prevent India being made a scrap 'dumping ground'
The Aluminium Association of India (AAI) has urged the Ministries of Finance and Mines to prevent India from becoming a “dumping ground” for low-grade aluminium scrap. A statement from AAI said the association pointed out that…
How overlapping US and China sanctions are complicating business in Africa
US-imposed sanctions targeting other countries and a growing list of Chinese laws aimed at countering the measures are creating a compliance minefield for African businesses dealing with the world's top two economies. At risk is a broad range of…
Conor McGregor makes official prediction for Max Holloway fight
Conor McGregor believes he can knock out Max Holloway inside 10 SECONDS. McGregor will make an unlikely return to the UFC on Saturday night when he is reunited with Holloway for a rematch 13 years in the making. The Irishman, who outpointed…
Our Yorkshire Farm's Clive opens up on future and giving up farm
Our Yorkshire Farm star Clive Owen reflected on what lies ahead during Friday's repeat episode of Our Farm Next Door, which is also available to watch on Channel 4. Towards the end of the episode, Clive was handed birthday presents from his…
Australia's miners were racing to decarbonise. Why are some tapping the brakes?
You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Rounding the bend of a parched haul road in Western Australia's Pilbara, a yellow truck the size of a two-storey building comes into view, its…
How tribal land disputes persist in Jharkhand despite legal safeguards
Here's a look at how these laws provide for protections for tribal lands, and why land remains a contested issue in Jharkhand despite these protections. Enacted by the British, the law prohibits the transfer of Adivasi lands (urban or rural) to…
Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF vs VanEck Gold Miners ETF. Is Bullion or Miners the Better Way to Invest in Gold in 2026?
Gold is in the middle of a historic rally. The Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF (CBOE:AAAU) provides direct exposure to the metal's price at a lower cost, while VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX 0.33%) offers leveraged potential through equity in the…
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