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New documents reveal true extent of miners’ cooperation with Thatcher
National Archive files reveal how the PM offered preferential treatment to a breakaway union in a bid to weaken its rivals.
Silicosis’s toxic legacy offers deadly lessons for today
Canada rushed to counter a deadly lung disease afflicting gold miners in the early 20th century. The "quick fix" cure that was invented is a symbol of the lurch towards global industrialization.
The DRC is revisiting its mining code. Why reform is long overdue
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has scheduled its 15-year-old mining code for review. The country must ensure reform that benefits its people.
How the gas industry can help fight climate change in Siberia
By capturing Arctic methane emissions, the gas industry could join the fight against climate change.
Southern Africa has an integration plan: but it’s short of sector specifics
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) roadmap towards greater regional trade integration and development is a good start but lacks detail.
Sculptures, slides and slavery: a new way of telling Lusophone African stories
A new art exhibition in Johannesburg mines the rich intersections between Mozambique, South Africa and Portugal.
Politics podcast: Matt Canavan on Adani
Politics podcast: Matt Canavan on Adani
Matt Canavan tells The Conversation this mine is only one part of a plan for 'opening up the Galilee Basin' to provide investment opportunities, exports, and employment.
Around the world, environmental laws are under attack in all sorts of ways
Legislation designed to protect wildlife is being rolled back or ignored in all sorts of ways in all sorts of places, according to a new global database of attacks on green tape.
The BHP rebrand might be a success even if it doesn’t drive sales
BHP's rebrand is unlikely to affect the bottom line, research shows. But if it improves relations with politicians and voters, it would still be a success.
Expertise and innovation: what UK must do to develop its Blue Economy
By 2030, the Blue Economy will be worth $3 trillion. And the UK is well placed to capture a slice of this lucrative market, if it meets the challenges involved with innovation and ambition.
The government is swimming against the tide on Westpac’s Adani decision
As the cost of renewable energy falls, funding a new mine is a risky investment.
WA’s economic mismanagement is not a reason to review how the GST is carved up
The government shouldn't cave to WA's calls for a change to the way GST is divvied out. The current system has served Australia well.
Worthless mining waste could suck CO₂ out of the atmosphere and reverse emissions
Scientists want to exploit a natural process of carbon storage.
Death metal: how nickel played a role in the world’s worst mass extinction
The Noril’sk nickel deposits In Russia are unique: giant volcanic eruptions 250 million years ago released colossal amounts of nickel into the atmosphere, kickstarting the Great Dying.
Still here: Night Parrot rediscovery in WA raises questions for mining
A Night Parrot snapped in Western Australia confirms the mysterious species survives across Australia, but now the real conservation work begins.
The ANC isn’t ready to radically transform the South African economy
The economic transformation discussion document released by South Africa's governing party, the ANC, fails to be radical.
How South Africa’s mining industry can change its ways
South Africa's mining industry is on an unsustainable trajectory and needs to undergo fundamental transformation that emphasises transparency, equity, and community participation.
California’s rain may shed light on new questions about what causes earthquakes
Can California's wet weather make earthquakes more likely? Scientists are still learning about what triggers these events. Even human activity can be a culprit.
Mount Isa contamination ‘within guidelines’ but residents told to clean their homes
Glencore has admitted responsibility for air pollution in Mount Isa, but its latest report puts the onus on residents to minimise their exposure to lead contamination in their homes.
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