Implantable gold sensor can help monitor vital values, drug effectiveness

An implantable sensor based on color-stable gold nanoparticles is now capable of monitoring the human body for months.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 12, 2021 | 6:11 am

Rio Tinto commits to higher Citadel spend

The world’s second largest miner has earmarked A$24.5 million (almost $19m) for this year, up from $A13.8 million ($10m) in 2020.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 12, 2021 | 5:30 am

Mineral-eating intraterrestrial bacteria may give clues on extraterrestrial life

These bacteria, which spread out and form biofilms, are being tested at a former gold mine in South Dakota, USA.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 11, 2021 | 7:00 am

Rio Tinto, Turquoise Hill strike funding deal for Oyu Tolgoi

The binding agreement ends a long-dragged standoff between the companies over funding for an expansion of the copper-gold mine in Mongolia.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 9, 2021 | 5:00 am

Barrick and PNG reach deal over Porgera mine

Agreement ends a year-long standoff over the gold mine's ownership and outlines plans to restart operations.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 9, 2021 | 3:47 am

Canadian miners subject to tougher tailings standards

The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has updated its tailings standards and it now meets or exceeds most global guidelines.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 7, 2021 | 9:24 am

Colombian authorities continue rescue efforts for 11 miners trapped inside flooded pit

Eleven people have been trapped since March 26 inside the pit of an unregulated gold operation in the central Caldas department.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 4, 2021 | 10:36 am

Condor Gold touts drilling results at La India

Drill results from the starter pit reinforce the company’s confidence on the geological model, mineral resource, reserve calculation and mining plan.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 30, 2021 | 8:19 am

B2Gold denied exploration permit renewal in Mali

The Canadian miner believes Menankoto is legally entitled to a permit renewal and is engaged in ongoing discussions with the government to clarify the situation.

Cecilia Jamasmie | March 30, 2021 | 6:19 am

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