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TuesdayApr 07, 2026 10:00 am

Japanese Engineers Tap Wastewater to Produce Clean Energy

A water treatment facility in Japan is exploring a novel form of renewable energy by tapping into the natural process of osmosis. This process, where water moves from a less concentrated solution to a more concentrated one, has long been understood. However, turning it into a reliable energy source has been challenging, mainly due to difficulties in developing effective membranes for the process. Over in the Fukuoka prefecture, engineers in collaboration with private partners believe they have made significant progress. They recently launched the second osmotic power plant in the world. The system generates electricity by using the interaction between treated wastewater and highly concentrated seawater, which is a byproduct of desalination. Osmosis is a familiar concept in everyday…

TuesdayApr 07, 2026 9:45 am

LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) Bolsters Report on Positive PEA, Nears Gold Production

Disseminated on behalf of LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF)and may include paid advertising. LaFleur Minerals is a junior Canadian near-term gold producer preparing to restart its 100%-owned gold mill to process material from its nearby gold project in the prolific Abitibi gold mining region of eastern Canada LaFleur released a report last month on the results of a positive Preliminary Economic Assessment (“PEA”) that supports the company’s financial strategy and provides guidance as it anticipates near-term operational profits The company has filed an independent technical report prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101, following on the PEA’s findings and…

MondayApr 06, 2026 10:30 am

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Strengthens Position in Growing Global Gold Cycle

Disseminated on behalf of  Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) and may include paid advertising. World Gold Council research notes that the addition of gold can materially improve a portfolio’s risk-adjusted returns. Lahontan’s potential appeal is its ability to offer investors exposure not just to the gold price but to an advancing Nevada development story in one of the world’s most established mining belts. Recent company activity suggests Lahontan is continuing to advance its development strategy at Santa Fe. Gold’s latest pullback has done little to weaken the deeper investment case for the yellow metal. As recent commentary observes, gold’s importance…

MondayApr 06, 2026 10:00 am

Gold Records its Worst Monthly Performance in 17 Years

The price of gold recorded a slight increase at the start of the week. Despite this, the precious metal still posted its steepest monthly decline in over a decade. Gold futures rose by over 2% to reach $4,678.60. Despite that daily gain, gold dropped over 10% throughout last month, marking its worst monthly performance since 2013. Silver followed a similar pattern, with the metal’s futures surging to $74.92. Similar to gold, the metal also recorded an even sharper monthly fall of over 19%. This marked its weakest monthly showing since 2011. The recent market movements come against a backdrop of ongoing uncertainty surrounding the United States-Iran conflict, now in its fifth week. Reports suggest that President Donald Trump…

ThursdayApr 02, 2026 10:00 am

Gold, Silver Record Price Gains as Investors Seek Safe Havens

Gold and silver prices moved higher in early trading at the start of the week. This comes as investors continue to purchase these precious metals in a bid to safeguard their wealth as the conflict in the Middle East rages on. This is typical in times of uncertainty when individuals turn to safe-haven assets like gold. Rising oil prices and falling government bond prices are also driving the prices of these metals higher. At the moment, gold futures for June are trading at $4,568, an increase of over $44. Silver futures for May have also risen to $71.06. Political tensions…

ThursdayApr 02, 2026 9:45 am

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) Strengthens Position amid Global REE Supply Challenges

Disseminated on behalf of Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) and may include paid advertising. Industry analysts project that REEs used in clean-energy technologies could see demand increase two to three times by 2040. Despite the importance of these precious elements, global supply chains for REEs remain highly concentrated. Ucore is developing technologies and facilities designed to process rare earth concentrates into high-purity oxides that can be used in manufacturing. Rare earth elements have become one of the most strategically important groups of materials in the modern global economy, underpinning technologies that range from electric vehicles to advanced…

ThursdayApr 02, 2026 9:00 am

Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF) Targets Supply Gap in Fertilizer for Expanding Organic Food Market

Disseminated on behalf of Nevada Organic Phosphate Inc. (CSE: NOP) (OTCQB: NOPFF) and may include paid advertising. The organic agriculture sector continues to expand, creating demand for certified inputs that conventional chemical fertilizers cannot provide. Organic Phosphate is developing its Murdock Mountain project in northeastern Nevada to supply organic rock phosphate fertilizer to U.S. farmers, centered on direct-ship rock phosphate that requires minimal processing beyond grinding and bagging. Early drilling at the Murdock Mountain target zone has confirmed phosphate grades and low heavy-metal concentrations compatible with organic farming requirements, and the company has identified multiple phosphate target zones that could significantly expand…

WednesdayApr 01, 2026 10:30 am

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) Expands Strategy for Critical Magnet Materials Supply

Disseminated on behalf of Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) and may include paid advertising. Recent analysis underscores the vulnerability of specialized rare earth elements samarium and gadolinium. This elevated risk profile is largely driven by the dominance of a single country in rare earth production and processing as well as increasing demand for the elements. Ucore is working to accelerate the commercial development of its planned processing capabilities for these materials. Securing reliable supplies of specialized rare earth elements is becoming increasingly important as demand rises across defense, energy and advanced manufacturing sectors. With this in mind,…

TuesdayMar 31, 2026 12:29 pm

MiningNewsBreaks – Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) Supports Partner Acquisition of Thailand Rare Earth Processing Facility

Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) acknowledged its partner Hastings Technology Metals, alongside Wyloo, for acquiring a fully permitted mixed rare earth chloride production facility in Thailand, a move expected to accelerate near-term processing of monazite feedstock and strengthen a Western-aligned rare earth supply chain. The company said the development supports ongoing discussions toward a long-term supply agreement tied to its Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex, as it works to integrate upstream supply with midstream processing and rare earth oxide production capabilities. To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/h2jzV About Ucore Rare Metals Inc. Ucore is focused on rare- and critical-metal resources, extraction, beneficiation, and separation…

TuesdayMar 31, 2026 10:00 am

Copper is Overpriced and Oversupplied, Macquarie Analysts Say

Towards the end of last week, the price of copper dropped by over 1% to reach $5.43 per pound. Thus far, the red metal’s price has reduced by more than 16% from its January high. A recently conducted analysis shows that copper’s sharp price increase from last year was primarily driven more by investor activity than by underlying market fundamentals. The analysis, conducted by Macquarie Strategy’s analysts, was based in cities like Singapore, Geneva, Houston, Shanghai, and London. In their report, the analysts note that trading volumes for base metals on the Shanghai Futures Exchange rose by 80% in January compared to December, indicating a surge in speculative interest. They also highlighted that total interest in copper contracts across Shanghai, London, and New York rose by more than $9…

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