U.S. efforts to break China's dominance of the rare earths market and to drive investment in its own industry have moved up a gear with a Washington-backed plan to create a separate, higher pricing system.

Ramaco Resources is excavating its new Wyoming critical minerals find. CEO Randy Atkins doesn’t want the Pentagon’s money, but he does want a U.S. strategic reserve.

Gracelin Baskaran of CSIS says Japan's push to develop deep sea rare earth mining manufacturing capabilities are crucially needed. She also discusses the various issues surrounding deep sea mining, such as maritime security and environmental concerns.

Wyoming's first new coal mine in 50 years is said to be operating soon but it won't rely on the fossil fuel to make money.

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. denies reports of collaborating with Uno Minda on local rare earth material production, stressing ongoing assessments of business opportunities and commitment to transparency.