April 30, 2025

Sumitomo, Builders Vision back US rare earths startup Phoenix Tailings

The company will use the funding as part of its construction of a $13 million facility in Exeter, New Hampshire.

April 30, 2025

USA Rare Earth raises $75M for Oklahoma magnet plant

Despite this, the company's shares fell nearly 20% on the day.

April 30, 2025

China makes thorium-based nuclear energy breakthrough using past US work

According to Chinese state media, a group of scientists recently managed to refuel a working thorium molten salt reactor without causing a shutdown — a feat never achieved before.

April 30, 2025

US, Ukraine critical minerals deal hits last-minute snag

The deal, originally expected to be signed on Wednesday, gives the US preferential access to new Ukrainian natural resources.

April 29, 2025

Defense Metals inks agreement with potential partner for Wicheeda REE project

The Wicheeda deposit in British Columbia is estimated to contain over 34 million tonnes of measured and indicated resources grading 2.02% total rare earth oxides.

April 29, 2025

What Mark Carney’s victory means for the mining industry

Carney's win marks a pivotal shift for the mining sector, especially in critical minerals vital for the global energy transition.

April 29, 2025

Canadian election may herald increased mining activity

Critical minerals and industrial metals have emerged as essential economic building blocks in recent years.

April 29, 2025

Ukraine’s mining heartlands tell Trump: Don’t take advantage of us

Ukrainians urge the US President not to exploit their mineral wealth.

April 29, 2025

Belgium open to bigger role in Congo minerals sector, foreign minister says

Kinshasa is currently on a push to attract new players to the sector.

April 29, 2025

TMC submits application for deep sea mining under US law

The Metals Company has made history with the first-ever application for two exploration licenses and a commercial recovery permit.