Money Contango Gold & Silver Faces Key Developments in Mining Sector Contango Gold & Silver is navigating a significant transitional year, reflecting broader trends in the mining industry. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Implications of Designating the Tongass as a Mining District The Juneau Independent examines the potential infrastructure and operational impacts of recognizing the Tongass region as a mining district. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Ecuador's Operation Targets Illegal Mining in Protected Areas Ecuador has dismantled 129 illegal mining camps in a protected park, a significant move to safeguard environmental integrity near the Peru border. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money US Evaluates Strategies for Managing Iran's Uranium Reserves The US is assessing various strategies concerning Iran's substantial buried uranium stockpile, with implications for nuclear energy infrastructure and international compliance. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Nuclear Energy Stocks Show Increased Activity with Oklo and NuScale Power Gains Recent trading data indicates a notable uptick in nuclear energy stocks, specifically Oklo and NuScale Power, reflecting a shift in investor interest towards this sector. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Approval Granted for Open-Pit Dirt Mining Operation The Oxford Eagle reports that a new open-pit dirt mining project has received the necessary approvals, indicating a significant development in mining operations. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Oil Prices Update: March 17, 2026 As of March 17, 2026, oil prices reflect ongoing market dynamics influenced by supply and demand factors. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Bolivian Indigenous Farmer Advocates for Land and Women's Rights After Displacement A Bolivian Indigenous farmer has taken a stand for land and women's rights following her displacement. This situation highlights critical infrastructure and social implications. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money LGES and Tesla Collaborate on Major Lithium Battery Facility in Michigan The establishment of a $4.3 billion lithium battery cell plant in Michigan marks a strategic move to enhance production capacity for electric vehicles. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Easton Garage Fire Linked to Lithium-Ion Battery: Investigation Underway A garage fire in Easton has been attributed to a lithium-ion battery, prompting an investigation into safety protocols and infrastructure implications. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Jaguar Uranium Begins Rare Earth Element Assessment at Berlin Project in Colombia Jaguar Uranium has commenced an assessment of rare earth elements at its Berlin Project in Colombia, which may have significant implications for energy infrastructure. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Congo Approves US Firm's Cobalt Mining Agreement Congo's government has sanctioned a deal with a US firm aimed at enhancing cobalt mining operations, a critical component for electric vehicle batteries. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Nuclear Energy Agency Launches New Phase in Integrity and Ageing Management The Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) has initiated a new phase aimed at enhancing integrity and ageing management within the nuclear sector. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Impact of Iranian Attacks on Oil and Gas Production Facilities Recent attacks on oil production facilities in Iran have led to a notable increase in oil and gas prices, with implications for global energy markets. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Japan and U.S. Set to Finalize Joint Development Agreement on Critical Minerals A joint development agreement between Japan and the U.S. focusing on rare earth elements, lithium, and copper is expected to be finalized at an upcoming summit meeting. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Iran's Military Actions Impact Oil Prices Amid Gulf Tensions Recent military actions by Iran in the Gulf have led to a notable increase in oil prices, raising concerns about infrastructure security and market stability. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Atlantic Lithium Secures $16.4 Million for Ewoyaa Project Development Atlantic Lithium has successfully secured an additional $16.4 million in funding aimed at advancing the Ewoyaa lithium project, as reported on March 17, 2026. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Easton Garage Fire Potentially Linked to Lithium-Ion Battery A garage fire in Easton, Connecticut, may have been triggered by a lithium-ion battery, prompting investigations into safety protocols for such energy storage systems. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Myanmar's Strategic Move into Rare Earth Mining Myanmar is positioning itself to leverage its rare earth mineral deposits, aiming to attract foreign investment in its mining sector, which is critical for high-tech industries. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Rising Oil Prices and Their Impact on Keppel Corporation's Stock With oil prices exceeding US$100 per barrel, the implications for Keppel Corporation's stock require careful analysis of market dynamics and energy sector performance. Editorial Staff Mar 17