Cobalt-based nanomaterial makes fuel cells more robust, environmentally friendly

A new cobalt-based nanomaterial reduces fuel cells’ reliance on platinum.

Staff Writer | October 16, 2023 | 6:40 am

Scotgold in advanced funding talks to avoid default

The embattled miner, which operates Scotland’s only gold mine, is close to securing enough funding from a new strategic investor.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 16, 2023 | 5:43 am

Egyptian tycoon eyes stake in Barrick’s Reko Diq project

Egypt's second wealthiest person Naguib Sawiris says the potential investment would allow him to expand his business in Pakistan.

Cecilia Jamasmie | October 16, 2023 | 3:53 am

Global markets brace for more volatility amid Israel conflict

Gold surged by the most since March on Friday.

Bloomberg News | October 15, 2023 | 10:52 am

Peru’s economy weaker than expected in August, shrinks 0.63% y/y

An increase in mining activity partly offset a drop in sectors like manufacturing.

Reuters | October 15, 2023 | 10:33 am

Indigenous groups in Peru’s northernmost department demand mining concession nullity

A 1000-hectare concession in the upper basin of the Nanay River is causing controversy in Peru.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | October 15, 2023 | 7:50 am

Limestone reveals the hidden lives of microbes

Limestone uses may expand beyond the cement industry.

Staff Writer | October 15, 2023 | 7:50 am

Hundreds of homes in northern England now use coal mine water heat

The plant in Gateshead makes use of water-filled, disused coal workings 150 metres beneath the town centre and harnesses geothermal energy from mine water.

Staff Writer | October 14, 2023 | 3:54 pm

Peru’s copper production up 7.5% in August

Between January and August, copper output in Peru rose 18% compared to the previous year.

Reuters | October 13, 2023 | 1:19 pm

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