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Turkey Approves Mining on Olive Groves Despite Public Outcry

The Turkish Parliament approved the first 11 articles of a bill allowing mining on olive groves, requiring relocation and replanting of double the number of olive trees, sparking public debate over environmental and economic impacts.

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Life on Land
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Backpacker Rescued, Energy Overcharging Scandal, and Mining Appointment

Rescued German backpacker Carolina Wilga is recovering in hospital after 11 days lost in WA's outback, while Synergy faces an independent review for overcharging vulnerable customers $2.29 million since 2009; WA Premier hails the appointment of Simon Trott to lead Rio Tinto.

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Carmichael Coal Mine: Indigenous Protest, Water Contamination, and Legal Battle in Queensland

For over four years, a protest fire has burned near the controversial Carmichael coal mine in central Queensland, Australia, highlighting a conflict between the Wangan and Jagalingou people and Bravus (formerly Adani) over the mine's impact on their sacred water source, Doongmabulla Springs, where h...

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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China's Rare Earth Dominance: Environmental Costs and Global Implications

China's dominance in rare earth mining, essential for modern electronics, has caused severe environmental damage in Bayan Obo and Ganzhou, including polluted water, contaminated soil, and health issues, despite recent government regulations and cleanup efforts.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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33 Tons of Gold and Silver Stolen from Mexican Mine

At least 33 tons of gold and silver concentrate were stolen from Grupo Minero Bacis in Mexico on Monday, October 28, 2025, impacting national revenue and highlighting ongoing security concerns in the mining industry.

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China's New Law Mandates Ecological Restoration in Mining Areas

China's revised Mineral Resources Law, effective Tuesday, legally mandates ecological restoration in mining areas for the first time, assigning responsibility to mining right holders and local governments, integrating natural and artificial restoration, and promoting technology-driven approaches bas...

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Critica's Jupiter Project Achieves 45% Rare Earth Concentrate Recovery

Critica Limited's Jupiter Project in Western Australia's Mid West achieved a 45% rare earth element concentrate recovery rate using low-cost beneficiation, yielding a 1.5% TREO grade—an over 800% increase from the primary resource grade and a 95% mass reduction—significantly enhancing its economic a...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Turkish Olive Grove Mining Bill Sparks Outrage

A controversial bill in Turkey's parliament would permit mining in olive groves, despite objections from environmental groups and opposition parties who cite irreversible environmental damage and concerns about democratic processes; the bill passed committee despite physical altercations.

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US Copper Tariff Spurs Short-Term Volatility, But Long-Term Demand Remains Strong

President Trump announced a 50% tariff on copper, effective August 1st, causing short-term price volatility but prompting Barrick Gold to invest $2 billion to double its Zambian copper mine output by 2028 due to long-term demand.

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Liberia's Ministry of Mines and Energy embroiled in power struggle over mineral licenses.

A power struggle within Liberia's Ministry of Mines and Energy, involving allegations of corruption and political interference by Walter McCarthy and Sumo Momodu, threatens ongoing reforms and has led to calls for a governmental investigation.

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China's Industrial 5G Revolution: Enhanced Safety and Efficiency in Mining and Steel

China's industrial 5G applications, exemplified by a 120 percent productivity increase in an Inner Mongolia coal mine using 100 autonomous electric trucks and remote crane operation in a Xiangtan steel plant, showcase enhanced safety and efficiency, contrasting with the consumer-centric focus of 4G.

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Brazil's Minaçu: From Asbestos to Rare Earths

Minaçu, Brazil, is transitioning from asbestos to rare earth mining, aiming to become a major global supplier, driven by China's export restrictions and Brazil's vast reserves, despite concerns about environmental impacts and the history of socio-economic inequality.

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