Rio Tinto and Codelco's plan to extract lithium from Chile's Maricunga salt flat faces fierce opposition from Colla Indigenous communities, who fear it will destroy their water sources and sacred lands. Read the full story.
The FTSE 100 closed up 74.18 points at 9,940.71, buoyed by strong gains in mining shares. Discover the key movers and market drivers on the penultimate trading day of 2025.
After four decades of curiosity, an adventurer finally opened a mysterious wooden door in a New Zealand cliff face, uncovering incredible abandoned mining tunnels. Discover the fascinating history and images.
After four decades of curiosity, an explorer finally opened a mysterious wooden door in a New Zealand cliff face, uncovering incredible abandoned mining tunnels. See the fascinating photos here.
Residents of Granbury, Texas, are suing a Bitcoin mining facility, claiming its constant noise causes health issues and sleepless nights. Discover the legal battle and the company's defence.
A new podcast episode explores Lang Hancock's early career mining blue asbestos at Wittenoom, a site of national tragedy. Discover the untold family stories.
Explore the controversial rise of Gina Rinehart, Australia's wealthiest person, as she inherits and expands a mining empire. Discover the battles and strategies behind her fortune.
Poland resumes Cold War-era border mining, while Miss Finland apologises for a racist gesture. Global news covers a fatal India crash, Louvre strikes, and Lithuanian arrests. Read the full briefing.
A major five-year study finds deep-sea mining exploration reduced seafloor invertebrates by 37%. Discover the impacts on biodiversity and the crucial data for global policy decisions.
Discover Custer, the abandoned Idaho gold mining town abandoned for 130 years. Now a popular tourist attraction with museum and hot springs. Plan your visit today!
Australia's revised environmental legislation blocks fast-tracked fossil fuel projects but ignores climate impacts. Expert analysis reveals why this partial victory leaves lasting concerns for natural heritage.
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of rival Anglo American after its latest approach was rebuffed. Discover the implications for the planned Anglo-Teck merger and the global mining sector.
Mining giant BHP has ended its pursuit of Anglo American, leaving the path clear for Anglo's planned £39bn copper merger with Teck Resources. Discover the implications for the global mining sector.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang visits Zambia to launch a $1.4bn Cold War-era railway upgrade, boosting China's access to vital copper and critical minerals. Read the full analysis.
London's High Court finds mining giant BHP liable for the 2015 Fundão dam collapse that caused Brazil's worst environmental disaster. Read the full ruling details.
The body of missing coal miner John 'Ray' Groves has been recovered from a West Virginia mine after an extensive 10-day search operation. Read the full story of the tragic discovery.
The body of coal miner Steven Lipscomb has been recovered after being trapped for six days in a flooded West Virginia mine. Read about the extensive rescue operation.
Former President Donald Trump's planned nomination of a former mining executive to oversee mine safety has drawn fierce criticism from labour advocates and Appalachian communities.
British victims triumph as UK High Court allows historic £36 billion lawsuit against BHP over Brazil's catastrophic Mariana dam collapse to proceed, marking one of largest group claims in English legal history.
Australia's iron ore industry faces unprecedented threat as Guinea's Simandou project, containing world's largest untapped deposit, prepares to flood global markets by 2028, potentially wiping billions from mining giants.
The former slate mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog is set for a remarkable £14 million regeneration, creating new attractions and breathing fresh life into this Snowdonia gem while honouring its industrial heritage.
A veteran miner cheated death after a catastrophic explosion 500 metres below ground in rural Australia. Read his harrowing story of survival against all odds.
London-based mining conglomerate Anglo American announces radical corporate overhaul, planning to divest its platinum, diamond, and coal businesses while focusing on copper and iron ore operations.
London's FTSE 100 index suffers significant losses as global markets tumble, with mining and banking stocks leading the downturn amid economic uncertainty.
Former US President Donald Trump celebrated Halloween at a lavish party hosted by Australia's wealthiest person, Gina Rinehart, raising eyebrows about political alliances and business interests.
Australia's Energy Minister under scrutiny for undisclosed interests in expanding Tahmoor and Tomago coal mines while shaping national energy policy.
In an extraordinary tale of family conflict and personal conviction, the daughter of one of Australia's richest mining magnates reveals how she turned her back on a life of luxury to pursue her own path, leaving her privileged parents in disbelief.
Exclusive details emerge of Kimberly Guilfoyle's extravagant Greek holiday where she was spotted enjoying VIP treatment alongside billionaire mining magnate at exclusive Mykonos nightclub.
Australia's richest person delivers blunt advice to younger generation about home ownership and work ethic in controversial social media post that's sparked national debate.
Emergency services rush to Endeavour Polymetals mine after underground explosion leaves workers with serious burns and injuries in dramatic rescue operation.