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Vancouver-based Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. has temporarily suspended copper production at its Kakula mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo due to continued seismic activity. The company, one of Canada's largest copper mining operators, has withdrawn its production and cost forecast for the Kamoa-Kakula complex, citing uncertainty around the
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President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders aimed at revitalizing the US nuclear energy industry, as part of his administration's push to increase the nation's energy independence and national security. The orders seek to increase nuclear capacity from 100 gigawatts (GW) to 400 GW
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Bank Nizwa has joined forces with Mazoon Mining, a subsidiary of Minerals Development Oman (MDO), to finance Oman's largest integrated copper concentrate project. The project, valued at $270 million, includes a $35 million contribution from Bank Nizwa. This significant investment reflects the bank's commitment to supporting
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China's relentless construction of coal-fired power stations has become a contentious issue, particularly in the context of climate change. However, the narrative around China's coal generation needs a nuanced understanding. The UK, for instance, abandoned coal-fired power stations in the 1990s due to environmental concerns and
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The George Cross, originally an Edward Medal, was awarded to Charles Smith in 1940 for his dramatic rescue of a trapped miner at Askern Main Colliery. After the medal came to public auction, a private individual donated it to Doncaster Council, allowing the city to acquire the medal for its
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The Ebonyi State Government is committed to harnessing its various mineral resources, but urges mining investors to improve their social responsibilities and protect the rights of host communities. During a one-day conference on solid minerals development, Governor Nwifuru and other officials emphasized the need for responsible mining practices, citing concerns
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Knights Bay, a UK-based mining company, is set to launch a pioneering nickel production facility in Oman, marking the initial phase of a comprehensive mining project in the Middle East. The pilot plant, capable of processing 10,000 tonnes per annum (tpa) of nickel, is designed to scale into full
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Rescuers extracted all 260 miners who had been trapped underground at the Kloof gold mine in South Africa for over 24 hours. The miners were stuck after a hoist used to access the shaft was damaged in an accident on Thursday, May 23. The rescue operation brought the first 79
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Two hundred and sixty miners were stuck underground at Sibanye-Stillwater's Kloof mine near Westonaria on Thursday after the door of the conveyance used to haul ore to the surface opened, causing debris to spill and damage the shaft. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the incident highlights the
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A sudden incident on Thursday led to 260 miners being stranded underground at Sibanye-Stillwater's Kloof operation near Westonaria. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the miners are expected to be brought to the surface after a safety assessment of the affected shaft is completed. The incident, which occurred
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China's reliance on coal as a primary source of energy has led to the formation of coal industry agglomerations, which have been linked to environmental pollution and ecological damage. A new study conducted by the China University of Mining and Technology highlights the need for a targeted region-wide
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Five civil society and community-based organizations from Kharsang in Arunachal Pradesh's Changlang district have urged the state government to halt mining operations at the Namchik-Namphuk coal block until a fresh public hearing is held. The groups, citing drastic demographic and environmental changes since the last public hearing in
