VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, January 21, 2026 – TheNewswire - GRAFTON RESOURCES INC. (CSE: GFT; OTCQB: GFTFF) (“Grafton” or the “Company”) announces that Michelle Bikic has resigned as a director of the Company. The board of directors would like to thank Ms. Bikic for her work with the Company and wishes her success in her future endeavours.  With the resignation of Ms. Bikic as a director of the Company, Mr. Merlin Marr-Johnson has been appointed as a director of the Company.  Mr. Marr-Johnson is a gradua ...

Core Viewpoint - North Atlantic Titanium Corp. has successfully closed the final tranche of its upsized and oversubscribed non-brokered offering, raising a total of $1,250,000 to advance its Everett titanium project in Quebec and for general corporate purposes [1][2][4]. Fundraising Details - The offering consisted of 12,500,000 units at $0.06 per unit and 6,250,000 flow-through units at $0.08 per unit, with each unit including one common share and one warrant [2]. - The total gross proceeds from the offering are $1,250,000, which will be allocated for initial option payments, working capital, and exploration activities [2][4]. Use of Proceeds - Net proceeds from the sale of units will fund the initial option payment for the Everett titanium property, while proceeds from flow-through units will be used for surface exploration and metallurgical testing [4]. - The company plans to conduct diamond drilling at selected locations in the Everett oxide body upon permitting [4]. Insider Participation - Insiders subscribed for a total of 783,317 units, which is considered a related party transaction under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 [6]. - The company is relying on exemptions from certain requirements of MI 61-101 due to the participation not exceeding 25% of the market capitalization [6]. Finder's Fees and Advisory Fees - The company paid $24,963.20 in finder's fees and issued 416,053 finder's warrants as part of the final tranche [7]. - An advisory fee of $100,000 was paid to Research Capital Corp. through the issuance of 1,666,666 units on the same terms as the offering [8]. Company Overview - North Atlantic Titanium is focused on advancing the Everett titanium deposit in Quebec and holds interests in other projects, including the Sleeping Giant South project and potential agreements in China [13].

Core Viewpoint - Angkor Resources Corp. announces that its energy subsidiary, Enercam Resources Cambodia Co. Ltd., has identified four drill targets for exploratory oil and gas wells in Block VIII based on seismic data interpretation [1][2]. Group 1: Drill Targets and Geological Insights - EnerCam's technical team has interpreted seismic data covering 350-line kilometers across four subbasins in Block VIII, including the Kirirom subbasin, within a 4095 square kilometer license area [2]. - Dr. David Johnson highlighted the rarity of finding an undrilled fold-belt with multiple large anticlines, indicating significant potential for oil and gas reserves [3]. - The primary traps in the Bokor structures are expected to be located in gently folded seals and reservoirs adjacent to angular unconformities, with potential for multiple gas or oil accumulations in each well [4]. Group 2: Project Advancement and Environmental Assessment - The next step for the project involves conducting an Environmental Impact Assessment on the targeted drilling areas in the Bokor structures [5]. - The structures in the Bokor basin show similarities to the productive Nam Phong and Sinphuhorn fields in Thailand, which have yielded significant gas production over the past 20 years [5]. Group 3: Drilling Plans and Technical Details - Drilling is planned to test two primary objectives in each well, with depths potentially exceeding 3000 meters to evaluate prospective zones [6]. - The identified drill targets include South Bokor (mean area of 57 square kilometers), Central Bokor (mean area of 54 square kilometers), and North Bokor (mean area of 100 square kilometers) [8]. Group 4: Company Overview and Stock Options - Angkor Resources Corp. is a public company listed on the TSX-Venture Exchange, focusing on mineral and energy solutions in Cambodia [11]. - The company has granted 250,000 stock options to consultants at a price of $0.35 per share, with a term of 12 months, as part of its Stock Option Plan [9].

Toronto, Ontario – January 21, 2026 – TheNewswire - LAURION Mineral Exploration Inc. (TSX-V: LME | OTCQB: LMEFF | FSE: 5YD) (“LAURION” or the “Company”) announces the appointment of Pierre-Jean Lafleur, P.Eng., as the Company’s new Qualified Person, effective immediately.Pierre-Jean is a highly experienced geological engineer and consultant who has authored numerous National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”) technical reports for gold and mineral resource projec ...

Core Viewpoint - Electrum Discovery Corp. has successfully completed the Phase 2 Audio-Magnetotelluric (AMT) survey at its Timok East exploration project in Serbia, revealing significant geological insights that enhance the potential for future drilling and mineralization [1][2]. Group 1: Survey Results and Geological Insights - The integration of AMT results from previous and new surveys has increased confidence in the extension of magmatism related to the Timok Magmatic Complex into Timok East, highlighting two zones of high conductivity at depths of 250–550 meters [2][6][11]. - The Phase 2 AMT survey covered an area of 12.5 square kilometers and utilized 41 measuring stations, significantly extending the 3D resistivity model from an earlier survey [4][6]. - The Late Cretaceous age of andesite found within the Limestone Boundary magnetic anomaly supports the potential for undiscovered porphyry and/or epithermal systems in the area [16][20]. Group 2: Exploration Context and Future Plans - The Timok East project is strategically located within the Western Tethyan Belt, adjacent to several world-class porphyry Cu-Au deposits, with multiple geophysical and geochemical anomalies identified [3][21]. - The results from the combined AMT surveys provide a strong technical basis for advancing new targets into a drill-ready stage in 2026, indicating a proactive approach to exploration [2][6][11]. - The company aims to maximize the value of its mineral projects while fostering sustainability and governance in the region [21].

Core Viewpoint - Vault Strategic Mining Corp. intends to extend the expiry date of 2,000,000 share purchase warrants from February 14, 2026, to August 14, 2026, which were issued in a private placement [1] Group 1: Warrant Details - The Warrants are exercisable at prices of $0.20 and $0.50 per common share and are subject to an acceleration clause [1] - Holders of the Warrants will need to submit their original Warrant certificate to exercise them, and no amended Warrant certificate will be issued [3] Group 2: Related Party Transactions - Certain Warrants are held by insiders, qualifying as "related parties," making the amendment a "related party transaction" under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 [2] - Exemptions from formal valuation and minority approval requirements apply since the fair market value of the Related Party Warrants does not exceed 25% of the Company's market capitalization [2] Group 3: Company Overview - Vault Strategic Mining Corp. focuses on acquiring and advancing strategic and critical mineral projects in top-tier mining jurisdictions, emphasizing historical and underexplored assets [4] - The Company trades on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV: KNOX), OTC Markets (OTC: KNXFF), and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FSE: M85) [5]

Core Viewpoint - MetalQuest Mining Inc. has amended the royalty provisions for its Lac Otelnuk Iron Project, simplifying the agreement and providing greater flexibility for future operations [1][2][3]. Royalty Structure Amendments - The existing royalty has been replaced with a 2.5% gross overriding royalty (GOR) based on the gross invoiced value from arm's-length sales of iron products, with no deductions for costs [4]. - The company has the option to reduce the GOR by 1.0% to 1.5% through the issuance of 500,000 common shares, pending necessary approvals [4]. - The GOR will remain attached to the mineral claims of the Lac Otelnuk Iron Project [4]. Project Development and Financials - Approximately $120 million has been invested in the Lac Otelnuk Iron Project to date, with ongoing efforts to gather technical data [8]. - The company is collaborating with the Naskapi First Nation and has engaged AtkinsRéalis for a comprehensive gap analysis of the 2015 Feasibility Study [8]. - The company also owns approximately 1.8 million free trading shares and 2.5 million warrants of Canadian Copper Inc., with CCI shares trading at $0.61 as of January 19, 2026 [11]. New Acquisitions and Future Plans - MetalQuest has secured the ROF-1 Project in Ontario's Ring of Fire, covering approximately 20,800 hectares, indicating a strategic move to expand its portfolio in critical minerals [9]. - Initial work at the Superior Iron Project is planned for Winter/Spring 2026, focusing on geological surveys and environmental studies to support future exploration [10].

Core Viewpoint - Global Battery Metals Ltd. (GBML) is conducting a non-brokered private placement to raise up to $630,000 through the sale of 7,000,000 units at a price of $0.09 per unit, which includes common shares and warrants [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The Offering consists of 7,000,000 units priced at $0.09 each, aiming for gross proceeds of up to $630,000 [1]. - Each unit includes one common share and one warrant, allowing the holder to purchase an additional share at $0.12 for three years [1]. - The net proceeds will be used for project evaluation expenses and general working capital [2]. Group 2: Regulatory and Compliance Information - The Offering is subject to acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange and will have a statutory hold period of four months [2]. - Certain directors and officers may participate in the Offering, which will be classified as a "related party transaction" under MI 61-101 [3]. - The company plans to rely on exemptions from formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements due to the limited market capitalization impact of the transaction [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - GBML focuses on lithium, copper, and other battery metals, with interests in two projects: a 100% interest in the Lithium King Property in Utah and a 55% stake in the Lara Copper Property in Peru [6]. - The company is listed on multiple exchanges, including TSXV, Frankfurt, and OTC Markets [6].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent developments in the industry and their implications for investment opportunities and risks [1] Group 1 - The industry is experiencing significant changes due to regulatory shifts and market dynamics [1] - Companies are adapting their strategies to align with new consumer preferences and technological advancements [1] - Financial performance metrics indicate a mixed outlook, with some companies reporting strong growth while others face challenges [1] Group 2 - Investment trends are shifting towards sustainable and socially responsible companies, reflecting changing investor priorities [1] - Mergers and acquisitions activity is expected to increase as companies seek to enhance their competitive positions [1] - Analysts are closely monitoring key performance indicators to identify potential investment opportunities [1]

Core Viewpoint - CMX Gold & Silver Corp. has expanded its marketing investor awareness program to promote its Clayton Silver Project in Idaho, signing a one-year agreement with IBN for investor communications [1] Group 1: Corporate Actions - The company signed a one-year Corporate Communications Agreement with IBN, effective December 31, 2025, with a base fee of $3,000 USD per month, totaling $36,000 USD for the year [1] - The agreement may be extended by mutual consent at the end of the term, and additional fees may apply based on the services provided by IBN [1] Group 2: Project Overview - The Clayton Silver Project is CMX's flagship asset, covering 1,028 acres in the Bayhorse Mining District of Idaho, including 29 patented mining claims and 20 unpatented claims [2] - The patented claims provide surface ownership rights, carry no government royalties, and do not require drilling permits [2] Group 3: Future Plans - Starting in spring 2026, CMX plans to conduct a comprehensive geophysical program, including a 3-D Direct Current Induced Polarization survey and a Magnetotelluric survey to identify mineralization [3] - Follow-up diamond drilling is planned to test priority targets based on the results of the geophysical surveys [3] Group 4: Historical Context - The Clayton Silver Mine operated from 1935 to 1986, producing approximately 7.0 million ounces of silver and other minerals from about 2.15 million tonnes of ore [4] - Historical records indicate that mineralization remains open to depth and along strike, with significant high-grade polymetallic mineralization confirmed below the deepest historic workings [4]