While it’s rich in rare earths and minerals, experts say tapping those resources in the rugged, ice-covered Arctic territory ...

The island is home to a massive deposit of rare earths, which are crucial to U.S. efforts to maintain its technological lead ...

Geoscientist Graham Lederer uses a hand lens to examine tungsten ore from the Burnside mine in Alpine County California (USGS/Public domain) Finding better ways to handle underground rocks could be ...

The Department of Defense is stockpiling cobalt, lithium, and other minerals at the expense of climate action, a new report warns. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class ...

The new strategic reserve may provide the West with greater access to key minerals. But China still dominates the processing ...

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Mining and mineral resources have always been a lightning rod for economic and political power, and the modern era is no different – 2025 has seen a market acceleration in states and private companies ...

The joint economic investment deal announced Wednesday that gives the U.S. access to Ukrainian minerals may provide Ukraine with more support for its defense against Russia. But it also comes at a key ...

Trump officials are eager to “fix” the country’s mining industry, beleaguered by crime; instability; and a dearth of ...

This transcript was prepared by a transcription service. This version may not be in its final form and may be updated. Kate Bullivant: Hey, What's News listeners. It's Sunday, June 8th. I'm Kate ...