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Zawya
13 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
South Africa: Mantashe hopeful for Orion Minerals' flagship PCZM's future
On Friday, 30 May, the Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, visited Orion Minerals' flagship Prieska Copper Zinc Mine (PCZM) and unveiled a plaque located at the main shaft headgear celebrating his visit. Orion Minerals' flagship Prieska Copper Zinc Mine (PCZM) in the Northern Cape, is becoming a next-generation copper and zinc producer. The minister, who was employed at Prieska Copper Mines from 1975 to 1983, went on an underground visit and was shown the dewatering infrastructure and freshly exposed ore at the site of the recent underground trial mining. Located in the Northern Cape, the mine is becoming a next-generation copper and zinc producer. Two-phase development strategy In March this year, its PCZM Definitive Feasibility Studies (DFS) outlining an optimised two-phase development strategy aimed at de-risking the mine's development pathway and accelerating value creation was released. This approach will deliver first production from the Upper-Level Phase within 13 months from the start of construction, with the cash generated helping to fund the ongoing de-watering and other early works required for the Deeps Phase of the mine. Orion is well-positioned to become a near-term producer after delivering positive studies for both PCZM and the Flat Mines Project at Okiep. Positive catalyst Orion has been a positive catalyst in its host communities, demonstrating that a junior exploration company can deliver benefits and change for the communities surrounding its operations. Throughout the development stages of its operations, Orion continues to prioritise the development of local suppliers to benefit the social and economic well-being of the community. The development of these projects will play an important role in unlocking economic development and community development opportunities in the Northern Cape, securing the region's long-term prosperity. Financially robust mining operation Orion's managing director and CEO, Tony Lennox, welcomed the DMPR to PCZM to showcase the high potential of its assets as well as its plans to advance these projects and financing strategy, while delivering on skills development and employment opportunities goals. 'We are committed to delivering meaningful economic and social change in the region.' Orion is making progress with the next stage of its development strategy, including advancing project financing and dewatering of PCZM, which has a mineral resource of 31.0Mt at an average grade of 1.2% copper and 3.6% zinc. PCZM has the potential to develop into a long-life, financially robust mining operation with an annual steady-state production of 22kt of copper and 65kt of zinc. Future of Prieska 'After visiting the mine, I am hopeful for the future of the Prieska mine to create value, improve lives, support other businesses and uplift the Northern Cape. I will come back to visit when the mine produces its first copper,' says Mantashe.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
This Nutrient May Help Lower Your Stroke Risk by 36%, New Study Says
Reviewed by Dietitian Annie Nguyen, M.A., RDA new study suggests that eating the right amount of zinc may help reduce stroke risk. Having more than the recommended amount did not further reduce stroke risk. Zinc is found in foods like seafood, meat, poultry, dairy, nuts and year, nearly 800,000 Americans have a stroke—it's one of the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. The good news is that some strokes can be prevented through lifestyle habits. For example, getting plenty of physical activity, managing your stressors, not smoking, limiting salt and alcohol and eating plenty of fiber and seafood each week have all been linked to lower stroke risk. We also know that certain eating patterns, like the Mediterranean diet, are linked to lower risk factors for stroke, including blood pressure and cholesterol. Researchers sometimes hone in on one particular nutrient, as opposed to an eating pattern, to take a closer look at associations between it and certain conditions. In this case, researchers from China examined the relationship between dietary zinc intake and stroke risk. They recently published their findings in Scientific Reports. Let's break them down. Researchers drew data from a long-running U.S. study called the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). After weeding through potential participants, they ended up with 2,642 for this current assessment. Around 54% of them were female, and participants had an average age of 63. For NHANES, participants completed several 24-hour dietary recalls, documenting what they had eaten the previous day. For this study, researchers took those recalls and looked for foods containing zinc, as well as zinc-containing supplements. The average of two 24-hour dietary recalls was used for each participant's total zinc intake. Researchers then divided participants into four quartiles (or groups) based on zinc intake: less than 6.08 mg/day (Q1), 6.08-8.83 mg/day (Q2), 8.84-13.02 mg/day (Q3) and more than 13.02 mg/day (Q4). The assessment of stroke was also self-reported and based on whether a health professional had ever diagnosed the participant with a stroke. During statistical analyses, researchers adjusted for factors including age, gender, race or ethnicity, BMI, smoking history, average caloric intake, health history and some other factors. After running several statistical analyses, researchers state that those who consumed about 6 to 9 mg per day of zinc had a lower risk of stroke compared to those who consumed less than 6 mg per day. Specifically, those in Q2 had 36% lower odds of having a stroke compared to those in Q1. Interestingly, higher zinc intake—more than 9 mg per day (Q3 and Q4)—did not provide any more protection against stroke risk than consuming 6 to 9 mg per day (Q2) did. That suggests that moderation is key when it comes to zinc consumption. This study has several limitations, including the fact that everything was self-reported, including dietary intake, stroke diagnosis and medical history. This always leaves room for bias and inaccuracies in remembering. The study sample size of participants used was also small, which tends to lower the statistical power and accuracy of the results. Finally, this study cannot establish cause and effect. In other words, it cannot be said that lower zinc intake increases stroke risk; it can only be concluded that there appears to be an association between zinc intake and stroke risk. Related: The #1 Food You Should Limit to Reduce Stroke Risk, According to Dietitians The recommended intake for zinc is a minimum of 8 mg/day for women and 11 mg/day for men. So it's interesting that the benefits of zinc were seen even for those who fell under the minimum recommended amount. The upper limit for zinc is 40 mg/day for both men and women—eat or take more than that, and it can be harmful and cause some nasty side effects, including headaches, upset stomach and vomiting. Lower stroke risk isn't the only thing zinc may help with. We previously reported that people who had recommended levels of zinc intake had slower biological aging compared to those with too little or too much zinc. And its positive effects multiplied when people were also getting enough physical activity. It's important to note, though, that those taking more than the recommended upper limit of 40 mg/day showed an increase of 7 years of biological aging. Again, more is not necessarily better, and it can result in overdosing, even with vitamins and minerals. Zinc is important because it's involved in many processes in the body, including immunity, growth and development and wound healing. It's also necessary for proper cell development and for manufacturing DNA. Zinc is found in many foods, including meats, poultry, seafood, dairy, nuts and seeds. Eating patterns like the Mediterranean diet, DASH diet (a diet specifically for healthy blood pressure) and the MIND diet, which is a fusion of the DASH and Mediterranean diets, all provide plenty of zinc-rich foods and limit sodium, added sugars and processed and red meats—all factors that play into disease risk, including stroke. High blood pressure is a major risk factor for stroke. If you're trying to manage your blood pressure, give this 7-Day High-Protein Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan for High Blood Pressure a go. Physical activity, stress and sleep also play major roles in managing blood pressure and stroke prevention, so assess which areas need some attention. Choose one or two areas and start with small, sustainable changes so that you can gradually build on your success over time. Related: 7 Habits to Reduce Your Risk of Stroke, According to Doctors and Dietitians This study suggests that the minimal daily recommended amount of zinc was associated with a reduced risk of stroke compared to those with lower levels; the benefits plateaued, and those with higher levels than the minimal recommended amount did not show any additional benefits regarding stroke risk. Include foods rich in zinc each day, like meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, nuts and seeds. If you think your zinc intake might be too low or too high, meet with a registered dietitian or healthcare provider who can help figure that out. A dietitian can also help you determine if a supplement would be helpful if you're having trouble eating enough foods rich in zinc. Read the original article on EATINGWELL
Globe and Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Group Eleven Announces Appointment of Jasmine Lau as Chief Financial Officer
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 30, 2025) - Group Eleven Resources Corp. (TSXV: ZNG) (OTCQB: GRLVF) (FSE: 3GE) (" Group Eleven" or the " Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Jasmine Lau, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer (" CFO") of Group Eleven, replacing Jeannine Webb, effective May 30, 2025. Jasmine is a Vancouver-based Chartered Professional Accountant with over 16 years' experience in the resource sector, having served as the Chief Financial Officer for several mineral exploration companies. She is currently the CFO of Minaurum Gold Inc, Forte Minerals Corp., and Cascadia Minerals Ltd. Prior to that, Jasmine also served as CFO to a various number of other private and public mineral exploration companies. "On behalf of Group Eleven and its Board of Directors, I am very pleased to welcome Jasmine to the team," stated Bart Jaworski, CEO. "Jasmine's appointment brings a wealth of relevant experience and skills to the Company. I would also like to sincerely thank Jeannine Webb for her valuable contributions and dedication to the Company over the past three years." About Group Eleven Resources Group Eleven Resources Corp. (TSXV: ZNG) (OTCQB: GRLVF) (FSE: 3GE) is a mineral exploration company focused on advanced stage zinc exploration in Ireland. Additional information about the Company is available at ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Bart Jaworski, Chief Executive Officer E: | T: +353-85-833-2463 Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. Such statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the future results of operations, performance and achievements of the Company, including the timing, content, cost and results of proposed work programs, the discovery and delineation of mineral deposits/resources/ reserves and geological interpretations. Although the Company believes that such statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words such as: believe, expect, anticipate, intend, estimate, postulate and similar expressions, or are those, which, by their nature, refer to future events. The Company cautions investors that any forward-looking statements by the Company are not guarantees of future results or performance, and that actual results may differ materially from those in forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including, but not limited to, variations in the nature, quality and quantity of any mineral deposits that may be located. All of the Company's public disclosure filings may be accessed via and readers are urged to review these materials, including the technical reports filed with respect to the Company's mineral properties.
Globe and Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Bunker Hill Mining Corp.: Reviving a Historic Mine for a Critical Metal Future
Zinc and silver production in Idaho's Silver Valley positions this miner for a strategic comeback Why This Matters Bunker Hill Mining Is Tapping into Critical Minerals for Energy Transition Bunker Hill Mining Corp. (TSX.V: BNKR, OTCQB: BHLL) is writing a new chapter for one of North America's most storied mines. Once a major producer of silver, lead and zinc, the historic site in Idaho's Silver Valley is being revitalized to meet the rising global demand for critical minerals. With a restart plan well underway and financing secured through a strategic partnership with Teck Metals, Bunker Hill is advancing toward production of zinc and lead-silver concentrates for processing in British Columbia. Zinc and silver are both on the U.S. Critical Minerals list, with applications spanning energy storage, battery technology, infrastructure, and solar manufacturing. The company is fully permitted and construction-ready, and is targeting a fast-track restart by leveraging existing infrastructure, modern technology, and its 95-year operational history. Bunker Hill's extensive data digitization, confirmed high-grade silver zones, and ongoing ESG practices add another layer of confidence in the mine's future. Key Takeaways Historic Revival: Bunker Hill is reviving a past-producing mine in Idaho's Silver Valley, once a prolific source of silver, lead, and zinc. Critical Metal Focus: Zinc and silver are listed as U.S. critical minerals, with growing demand from infrastructure, solar, and battery sectors. Strong Backing: A strategic partnership with Teck Metals provides capital and credibility for a swift transition into production. ESG Commitment: Bunker Hill is restarting operations with a focus on environmental responsibility and community revitalization. Production Path: The company will produce zinc and lead-silver concentrates for processing at Teck's smelter in British Columbia. Published by BTV - The Agency Discover Investment Opportunities with BTV. Delivering engaging content to Investors for 25+ years.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Impact Silver Announces Closing of $3.9 Million Non-Brokered Private Placement Financing
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 22, 2025) - IMPACT Silver Corp. (TSXV: IPT) (OTC PINK: ISVLF) (FSE: IKL) ("IMPACT" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has closed a tranche of the non-brokered private placement financing announced on April 15th, 2025 and subsequently increased on April 18th, 2025 (see IMPACT news releases dated April 15, 2025 and April 18, 2025 for details). The financing comprised a LIFE (listed issuer financing exemption) offering and a standard private placement (together referred to as the "Offering"). The Company received aggregate proceeds of C$1,658,000 from the issuance of 8,290,000 LIFE units (the "LIFE Units") at $0.20 per LIFE Unit and C$2,272,711.86 from the issuance of 12,626,177 units (the "Units") of the Company at C$0.18 per Unit for a total of C$3,930,711.86. Each LIFE Unit comprised of one common share and one-half share purchase warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable for two years at $0.26 per common share. Each Unit comprised of one common share and one warrant, exercisable for three years at $0.24 per common share. The Company intends to use the proceeds from the Offering to follow up recent success in its exploration activity at its Plomosas high-grade zinc(-lead-silver) property, and its prolific silver assets at its legacy Royal Mines of Zacualpan district, as well as invest in operational improvements to improve productivity and throughput. The LIFE portion of the Offering was made pursuant to the listed issuer financing exemption under Part 5A of National Instrument 45-106 - Prospectus Exemptions (the "LIFE Exemption"). The securities sold under the LIFE Exemption are not subject to a hold period in accordance with applicable Canadian securities laws. A copy of the offering document under the LIFE Exemption dated April 15, 2025, is available electronically on SEDAR+ ( under the Company's issuer profile. The Offering remains subject to final acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange. In connection with the Offering, the Company paid an aggregate of $64,696.19 in finder's fees and issued 359,423 finder's warrants (each, a "Finder's Warrant") on the Unit part of the Offering to certain finders. Each Finder's Warrant entitles the holder thereof to purchase one common share of the Company at a price of $0.24 cents per share for three years. The securities described herein have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act"), or any state securities laws, and accordingly, may not be offered or sold within the United States except in compliance with the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities requirements or pursuant to exemptions therefrom. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any securities in any jurisdiction. ABOUT IMPACT SILVER IMPACT Silver Corp. (TSXV: IPT) is a successful producer-explorer with two mining projects in Mexico. Royal Mines of Zacualpan Silver-Gold District: IMPACT owns 100% of the 211 km2 Zacualpan project where four underground silver mines and one open pit mine feed the central 500 tpd Guadalupe processing plant. To the south, the Capire Project includes a 200 tpd processing pilot plant adjacent to an open pit silver mine with an NI 43-101 inferred mineral resource of over 4.5 million oz silver, 48 million lbs zinc and 21 million lbs lead (see IMPACT news release dated January 18, 2016 for details and QP statement); Company engineers are reviewing Capire for a potential restart of operations. Over the past 17 years, IMPACT has placed multiple zones into commercial production and produced over 13 million ounces of silver, generating revenues over $284 million. Plomosas Zinc-Lead-Silver District: Plomosas is a high-grade zinc producer in northern Mexico with exceptional exploration upside potential. The Company recently re-commenced operations and has plans for expansion in 2025. Exploration potential at Plomosas is exceptional along a 6km-long structure. This is in addition to other exploration targets on the 3,019-hectare property including untested copper-gold targets with indications of high-grade material from surface. Regionally, Plomosas lies in the same mineral belt as some of the largest carbonate replacement deposits in the world. Qualified Person and NI 43-101 Disclosure George Gorzynski, an Officer and Director of IMPACT, is a "Qualified Person" within the meaning of NI 43-101 and has approved the technical information contained in this news release. On behalf of IMPACT Silver Corp."Frederick W. Davidson"President & CEO For more information, please contact:Jerry HuangCFO | Investor Relations(604) 664-7707 or inquiries@ (778) 887 6489 Direct Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements This IMPACT News Release may contain certain "forward-looking" statements and information relating to IMPACT that is based on the beliefs of IMPACT management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to IMPACT management. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included herein, including, without limitation, statements relating to future silver prices, interpretation of drill results, future work plans, proceeds received and use of funds, the timing for closing a further tranche of the Offering, the potential of the Company's projects, and potential and plans for the Plomosas project, are forward looking statements. Forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as "seek", "anticipate", "plan", "continue", "planned", "expect", "project", "predict", "potential", "targeting", "intends", "believe", "potential", and similar expressions, or describes a "goal", or variation of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "should", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the expected use of proceeds of the financing. Such forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks and assumptions, including with respect to, without limitations, exploration and development risks, expenditure and financing requirements, title matters, operating hazards, metal prices, political and economic factors, criminal activity, competitive factors, general economic conditions, relationships with vendors and strategic partners, governmental regulation and supervision, seasonality, technological change, industry practices,; pandemics and one-time events. Should any one or more risks or uncertainties materialize or change, or should any underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results and forward-looking statements may vary materially from those described herein. IMPACT does not assume the obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required by law. The Company's decision to place a mine into production, expand a mine, make other production related decisions or otherwise carry out mining and processing operations, is largely based on internal non-public Company data and reports based on exploration, development and mining work by the Company's geologists and engineers. The results of this work are evident in the discovery and building of multiple mines for the Company and in the track record of mineral production and financial returns of the Company since 2006. Under NI 43-101 the Company is required to disclose that it has not based its production decisions on NI 43-101 compliant mineral resource or reserve estimates, preliminary economic assessments or feasibility studies, and historically such projects have increased uncertainty and risk of failure. 303-543 Granville Street Telephone (604) 664-7707 Vancouver, BC, Canada V6C 1X8 TwitterLinkedIn NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
