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OSMRE Eliminates 14 Obsolete Coal Regulations to Advance America’s Energy Independence
December 5, 2025
The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement has formally rescinded 14 obsolete or redundant regulations in a decisive move to advance America’s energy independence and economic vitality. This important step reflects the Trump administration’s broader goal of reducing regulations,
Montana EQC Requests Funding for Rare Earth, Critical Mineral Extraction from Existing Mining Sites
December 5, 2025
The Montana Environmental Quality Council at its Dec. 2 meeting, approved a letter requesting federal funding for projects aimed at extracting rare earth and critical minerals from legacy mining sites in the state. The letter, addressed to Secretary of Defense
Barrick Resolves Disputes with Mali Government
December 5, 2025
Barrick Mining has entered into an agreement which puts an end to all of its disputes with the government of the Republic of Mali regarding the Loulo and Gounkoto mines. All charges brought against Barrick, its affiliates, and employees will
Almonty Industries Acquires Gentung Browns Lake Tungsten Project, Commences Operations, Montana
December 4, 2025
Almonty Industries has commenced operations in the United States with the successful acquisition of a 100 percent ownership of the Gentung Browns Lake Tungsten Project in Beaverhead County, Montana. With this closing, Almonty has added one of the most advanced
Graphite One Confirms Presence of Rare Earth Elements at Its Graphite Creek Deposit, Alaska
December 4, 2025
Graphite One (G1) said it has identified the presence of rare earth elements (REEs) in its Graphite Creek Project, north of Nome, Alaska. Geochemical analyses completed by Activation Laboratories found rare earths in drillcore samples of garnet-bearing ore rock within
Carcetti Completes $1.09 Billion Acquisition of Barrick’s Hemlo Gold Mine, Canada
December 4, 2025
Barrick Mining has completed the divestiture of the Hemlo Gold Mine in Canada to Carcetti Capital, to be renamed to Hemlo Mining Corp. (HMC), for a total consideration of up to $1.09 billion. “The Hemlo acquisition immediately launches a new,
DOE Launches $134 Funding Opp to Strengthen REE Supply Chains
December 4, 2025
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) issued a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for up to $134 million to enhance domestic supply chains for rare earth elements (REEs). Through this funding, DOE
Heliostar Metals Appoints James Perry as Chairman
December 4, 2025
Heliostar Metals said James Perry has succeeded Jacques Vaillancourt as chairman. Vaillancourt has retired from the company. “I am excited to join Heliostar at this important inflection point. The company has built a strong foundation through disciplined operations and strategic
NOVAGOLD Advances its Donlin Gold Project with Key Permit Milestones, Alaska
December 3, 2025
NOVAGOLD released the final assay results from the 2025 Donlin Gold drill program, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of what is anticipated to be America’s largest gold mine. Additionally, NOVAGOLD achieved two significant permitting milestones with the acceptance
Gerard Daniel Worldwide Acquires Durex Products
December 3, 2025
Gerard Daniel Worldwide (GDW) has acquired Durex Products, a respected manufacturer known for its high-quality screening products and exceptional service in the aggregate industry. This strategic move unites two industry leaders, expanding Gerard Daniel Worldwide’s family of companies and brands
