B2Gold’s Namibian Hail Mary: The Antelope PEA
B2Gold Corp (TSX: BTO) is looking to expand its operations in Namibia. The company this week released a preliminary economic assessment for the Otjikoto Mine, which focuses on the Antelope deposit. Where a proposed new underground mine is set to bolster the production profile of B2Gold within the country by the end of this decade. […]
New York State Senators Push to Decriminalize Drug Possession
New York state senators introduced legislation that would decriminalize personal drug possession and shift the state’s approach to substance use from law enforcement to public health. The bill, introduced by Democratic Senator Gustavo Rivera and four co-sponsors, would reclassify drug possession from a criminal offense to a civil violation carrying a $50 fine. Individuals could […]
Eldorado Gold: Skouries Delayed Again + Guidance Cut
Eldorado Gold has seen its stock crash after further delays were announced for its oncoming Skouries gold mine in Greece. The equity tumbled by over 10% as a result of the delay, which has resulted in a cut to production guidance for 2025, while adding additional capital expenditures that were unexpected by the market. To […]
GM’s Cruise Slashes Jobs in Pivot from Robotaxi Business
Cruise will eliminate about half its workforce as the General Motors (NYSE: GM) subsidiary abandons its robotaxi ambitions to focus on personal autonomous vehicles, company officials said Tuesday. The cuts affect approximately 1,150 employees at Cruise, which GM acquired in 2016 and supported with more than $10 billion before suspending funding in December. “With our […]
Mining M&A: Cerrado Gold To Acquire Ascendant Resources
As the price of metals heats up, there’s another transaction in the air. And perhaps more importantly, the M&A activity looks like it’s finally starting to trickle down to the juniors. Of course, we’re talking about Cerrado Gold’s (TSXV: CERT) announced acquisition of the Portugal-focused Ascendant Resources (TSX: ASND). Let’s dive in. Not a recommendation […]
IRS Employees Who Accepted OPM’s “Deferred Resignation” Offer Dismayed With Job Extension
Some IRS employees who accepted the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) “deferred resignation” offer are finding themselves obligated to stay on the job until at least May 15. The agency has designated their work “essential” for the 2025 tax filing season, forcing them to remain far longer than they originally anticipated. “I want the deal […]
Gold Rush Sets Stage For Higher Value For Exploration Projects
FULL DISCLOSURE: This is sponsored content for Sonoro Gold. Entering 2025, the global economy is grappling with the ripple effects of persistent inflation, fluctuating interest rates, and heightened geopolitical tensions. The ongoing recalibration of monetary policies by central banks, particularly the Federal Reserve, has created volatility in traditional markets, prompting investors to seek safe-haven assets. […]
Trump Delays Suspension of De Minimis Provision Against China
The Trump administration announced on Friday a delay in suspending the de minimis provision, a key component of U.S. trade policy that allows packages valued under $800 to enter the country duty-free. This decision provides temporary relief to Chinese e-commerce platforms and U.S. retailers that rely heavily on imports from China. The delay will remain […]
Lundin Mining Fined For Massive Sinkhole
Well folks, another mining disaster has come to a close. Lundin Mining (TSX: LUN) on Friday announced it has finally been fined by the government of Chile in relation to something that occurred at one of its mines back in 2022. While it isn’t a massive fine by any stretch of the imagination, it is […]
The Next Major Golden Triangle Discovery | Roger Rosmus – Goliath Resources
In this interview, Roger Rosmus, CEO of Goliath Resources (TSXV: GOT), discusses the recent high-grade gold discovery at their flagship asset Golddigger, and recent corporate developments at the company. Rosmus outlines their $10 million McEwen Mining financing arrangements, as well as their plans for 40,000 meters of drilling in 2025 at their property. With assays […]