Atacama Desert: Superbug Fight vs Lithium Mining Impact
Scientist Cristina Dorador searches for new antibiotics in Chile's Atacama salt flats, as lithium mining threatens the delicate ecosystem and indigenous communities. Explore the urgent mission.
Scientist Cristina Dorador searches for new antibiotics in Chile's Atacama salt flats, as lithium mining threatens the delicate ecosystem and indigenous communities. Explore the urgent mission.
Munduruku women in the Brazilian Amazon face miscarriages and infertility due to mercury poisoning from illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Indigenous Munduruku women in Brazil face miscarriages and neurological damage from mercury contamination linked to illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Amigo Loans shareholders could see golden returns as the company transforms from failed lender to mining venture under Australian leadership. Discover the dramatic turnaround story.
Mining giant BHP has abandoned its latest attempt to acquire rival Anglo American, following a rejected approach. The failed bid reshapes the mining sector's consolidation landscape. Read the full analysis.
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.
Keir Starmer unveils UK's critical minerals strategy with £50m funding to reduce dependency on China. Plan targets domestic lithium production and supply chain resilience by 2035.
At least 30 miners killed in DRC copper mine collapse after military gunfire caused panic. Dozens hospitalised as artisanal mining safety concerns grow. Read the full investigation.
Mining giant BHP found legally responsible for Brazil's worst environmental disaster that killed 19 people. Landmark ruling affects 700,000 claimants in historic case.
London's High Court finds mining giant BHP responsible for Brazil's worst environmental disaster. Learn how this landmark ruling advances corporate accountability.
Tesla issues a major recall for 10,500 Powerwall 2 home battery units in the US due to overheating risks. Discover the details and what owners should do.
Lady Gaga reveals she filmed A Star Is Born on lithium and suffered a psychotic breakdown during her Joanne World Tour. Read her powerful story of recovery.
The body of Roger Ramey, a missing West Virginia coal miner, has been recovered after an intensive 10-day search operation in challenging underground conditions.
A London firefighter saved a family of seven from a ferocious e-bike battery fire in his first week on the job. Learn about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries and essential safety tips.
Rescue teams continue searching for a miner trapped in West Virginia's Rolling Thunder mine after flooding incident. Multiple agencies involved in urgent response operation.
Former US President Donald Trump makes surprise appearance at mining magnate Gina Rinehart's lavish Halloween celebration, sparking speculation about their business and political ties.
London-listed Fresnillo PLC makes bold North American move with acquisition of Canadian mining firm, signalling major growth strategy in precious metals market.
Controversial new planning laws in New South Wales could allow major mining and power projects to be fast-tracked, as Premier Chris Minns concedes they'd likely qualify under the contentious system.