Focus on Minerals
BHP strike in Chile enters third day, buoying global copper price
BHP and the worker union held an initial meeting on Wednesday in a bid to defuse the Escondida mine strike but failed to...
China to limit antimony exports in latest critical mineral curbs
After tightening graphite exports, China imposes new controls on antimony and other elements.
Developers of stalled Minnesota copper-nickel mine plan studies that may lead to significant changes
NewRange Copper Nickel will study ways to improve environmental safeguards and efficiency after years of delays due to regulatory challenges.
Striking BHP miners reject new talks as Escondida standoff hardens
Initial meeting over BHP mine strike does not constitute formal start of talks as copper site continues limited operations.
Argentine lithium a boon for some, doom for others
With lithium extraction, Argentina's people can earn a relative fortune – but the effect on local resources and the future of mining are...
Workers strike at world’s biggest copper mine in Chile
Escondida mine strike called by union over unmet demands echoes 44 days of action in 2017 that cost BHP $740m.
Hudbay reports Q2 loss, revenue up from year ago
Mining company Hudbay Minerals Inc. reported a net loss attributable to owners of US$16.6 million in its latest quarter.
Exxon Mobil reports 59 layoffs to Texas agency post-Pioneer acquisition
Exxon Mobil issued layoff notices to 59 employees following its $60 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources.
Concerns for ocean biodiversity grow as wildlife found in deep-sea mining area
Greenpeace has found high levels of biodiversity in an area targeted for deep-sea mining, as concerns grow over the impact on ocean wildlife
South Korea holds emergency meeting as EV fires stir consumer fear
South Korean officials met Monday to discuss EV safety amid growing consumer concern after an EV fire in and underground garage
