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Dependence on Chinese rare earths raises product costs

November 15, 2011

China’s near monopoly on the global rare earths market is incre...

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Idaho nears export record with help from silver

November 14, 2011

Increased demand for Idaho’s precious metals, notably silver, h...

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Precious metals key to aeronautics, space travel

November 11, 2011

In addition to their commercial appeal in jewelry, gold, silver a...

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Growth in mining fuels growth across economy

November 11, 2011

Increased mining activity has led to an expansion of Illinois-b...

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Rep. Mike Coffman launches congressional rare earths caucus

November 10, 2011

On Wednesday, Colorado Rep. Mike Coffman announced the creation o...

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Report shows mineral production in Alaska worth $3.1 billion to state

November 10, 2011

According to a state report released Wednesday, the value of mine...

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Increased metal demand drives U.S. economic growth

November 09, 2011

As the U.S. recovers from the economic downturn, industries like ...

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Administration’s Dirt Tax threatens U.S. minerals mining

November 08, 2011

By Hal Quinn, President and CEO, National Mining Association As t...

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Mining boosts jobs numbers in Alaska and Colorado

November 07, 2011

Economists are pointing to mining as a leading force in Americaâ€...

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Legislators Call for Urgent Action on Critical Minerals

November 04, 2011

Three legislators yesterday blasted the outdated policies and exc...

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