VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQX: KNTNF) is pleased to announce its latest high-grade results from the ongoing surface and underground diamond drilling of the Kora, Kora South, Judd and Judd South deposits in addition to the Kora and Judd Deeps targets at the Kainantu Gold Mine in Papua New Guinea. Multiple high-grade intersections with broadening widths, referred to as dilatant zones, recorded at Kora’s K2 Vein. The int ...

Core Viewpoint - FireFly Metals Ltd has announced agreements for two significant capital raising initiatives, the Canadian Offering and the Australian Offering, aimed at funding the Green Bay Copper-Gold Project in Newfoundland, Canada. Group 1: Canadian Offering - FireFly has entered into an agreement with BMO Capital Markets to purchase 30,000,000 ordinary shares at C$0.86 (A$0.96) per share, generating gross proceeds of C$25.8 million (approximately A$28.8 million) [1] - An option has been granted to BMO Capital Markets to purchase an additional 10% of the offering for overallotments and market stabilization purposes [1] - The Canadian Offering is expected to close around June 20, 2025, pending necessary regulatory approvals [2] Group 2: Australian Offering - Concurrently, FireFly has an agreement with Canaccord Genuity to raise approximately A$46.0 million through an Australian Offering, which includes a charity flow-through placement of A$11.2 million and an institutional placement of A$29.9 million [3] - A retail share purchase plan (SPP) of up to A$5 million will also be undertaken, with the potential for oversubscriptions [3] - The Flow-Through and Placement are expected to close around June 13, 2025, with the SPP to follow [3] Group 3: Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from both offerings will primarily fund expenditures at the Green Bay Copper-Gold Project, including underground development, resource extension, infill drilling, and exploration [4] - Additional funds will cover transaction costs and working capital [4] Group 4: Company Overview - FireFly Metals Ltd is focused on advancing the Green Bay Copper-Gold Project, which includes the Ming underground mine and Little Deer exploration project [6] - The project currently hosts a Mineral Resource of 24.4 million tonnes (Mt) of Measured and Indicated Resources at 1.9% for 460,000 tonnes (Kt) CuEq and 34.5 Mt of Inferred Resources at 2% for 690 Kt CuEq [6] - The company aims to grow its copper-gold Mineral Resource significantly, supported by a 130,000-meter diamond drilling program [6] Group 5: Additional Projects - FireFly holds a 70% interest in the Pickle Crow Gold Project, with an Inferred Resource of 11.9 Mt at 7.2 g/t for 2.8 million ounces (Moz) of gold [7] - The company also has a 90% interest in the Limestone Well Vanadium-Titanium Project in Western Australia [7]

Core Viewpoint - Integral Metals Corp. has partnered with Understood Mineral Resources Ltd. to advance the KAP Project and prepare for a potential mineral resource estimate [1][2]. Group 1: Project Overview - The KAP Property is located in the Mackenzie Mountains of the Northwest Territories and is known for its zinc-lead mineralization consistent with a Mississippi Valley-Type system, along with gallium and germanium enrichment [2][4]. - A 4,000-metre drill program is planned for summer 2025, which will support the groundwork for a future National Instrument 43-101 mineral resource estimate [2][3]. Group 2: Work Program Details - UMR will lead a work program that includes compiling geological data, evaluating data quality, modeling mineralized zones based on historical drilling, and reviewing drill hole spacing standards for Inferred Mineral Resources [3]. - A Qualified Person site visit is planned for summer 2025, contingent on the success of the drilling program [3]. Group 3: Company Background - Integral Metals is focused on mineral exploration for critical minerals, including gallium, germanium, and rare earth elements, aiming to contribute to the development of a domestic supply chain [4]. - The company holds properties in mining-friendly jurisdictions in Canada and the United States, including the Northwest Territories, Manitoba, and Montana, where it has received regulatory support for its exploration efforts [4].

Highlights: Diamond drilling is targeting Mine Centre and the highly prolific gold veins surrounding the historic Foley Mine in Northern Ontario.Drilling permits are expected by Mid June with drilling to commence before the end on the monthFollowing drill results, work will begin towards delivering a NI 43-101 compliant resource estimate in the first half of 2026 TORONTO, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Q-Gold Resources Ltd (TSXV: QGR, OTC: QGLDF) has announced its 2025 exploration strategy for the Mine C ...

Koné project construction on-budget and on-schedule • Strong continued exploration focus • Robust liquidity sourcesCONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES Over 2.0 million hours worked without a Lost Time Injury, with more than 2,100 employees and contractors on-siteWell on track for first gold pour in Q2-2027 and on budget with over $304 million of capital committed as at today, representing approximately 36% of the total capital expenditure, with prices in line with expectationsCIL ring beams were completed two months ah ...

Core Insights - Critical Metals Corp. has released assay results from historical deep diamond drill holes at the Tanbreez Project in Greenland, indicating high-grade total rare earth oxides (TREOs) and heavy rare earth oxides (HREOs), positioning the project as a world-class rare earth deposit [1][21][23] - The company aims to increase its current mineral resource estimate (MRE) of approximately 45 million tonnes (MT) through future drilling programs, with a robust economic outlook showing a net present value (NPV) of approximately US$2.4 to US$3.0 billion and an internal rate of return (IRR) of 162% before tax [1][21] - The Tanbreez Project is jointly owned, with Critical Metals Corp. holding a 42% interest and the potential to increase this to 92.5% by the fourth quarter of 2025 [1] Drilling and Resource Development - The company has applied for a Program of Works for 2025 resource drilling to upgrade the inferred resource to indicated resource category, with mobilization expected in the second quarter of 2025 [2] - The first stage of the infill drilling program will target the Fjord Deposit, which has a 23 MT MRE footprint, with an average target depth of 40-50 meters [3] - Confirmation of the 2025 drilling will follow the review of results from the 2024 program, with additional drilling targeting the Hill Zone Deposit, which contains a 22.6 MT MRE area [4][5] Assay Results and Mineralization - Recent assay results from drill holes DDH-009-13, DDH-001-13, DDH-012-13, DDH-003-13, DDH-015B-13, and DDH-015A-13 show high-grade rare earth mineralization, with TREO averages ranging from 0.39% to 0.48% [8][10][12][23] - The mineralization is consistently high across the drill holes, with significant intersections of HREO, tantalum, niobium, zirconium, hafnium, and gallium [10][24][26] - The company is re-assaying historical samples to confirm and reconcile assay results, with further results expected soon [6][20][28] Strategic Positioning - Critical Metals Corp. is positioned as a leading mining development company focused on critical metals and minerals essential for electrification and next-generation technologies [42] - The Tanbreez Project is one of the largest rare earth deposits globally, with strategic access to transportation via deep water fjords [44] - The company also holds the Wolfsberg Lithium Project, which is expected to be a major producer of lithium products for the European market [45]

Nova Pacific Metals Commences Drilling at Lara VMS Project and Announces Appointment of New CEOMay 16, 2025 8:00 AM EDT | Source: Nova Pacific Metals Corp.Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 16, 2025) - Nova Pacific Metals Corp. (CSE: NVPC) (OTCQB: NVPCF) (FSE: YQ10) (WKN: A40GFH) (the "Company", or "Nova Pacific") is pleased to announce that the Company has commenced its Phase 1 diamond drill program at the Lara Volcanogenic Massive Sulfide (VMS) Project, located on Vancouver I ...

Core Viewpoint - Class 1 Nickel and Technologies Ltd. has filed an independent NI 43-101 Technical Report for its Alexo-Dundonald Nickel Project, which includes an updated Mineral Resource Estimate for the Dundonald North Deposit, enhancing the company's resource base and positioning in the nickel market [1][2][3]. Group 1: Technical Report and Resource Estimate - The Technical Report, effective from March 27, 2025, was prepared by Qualified Persons from Aticus Geoscience Consulting Ltd. and Caracle Creek Chile SpA [2]. - The updated Mineral Resource Estimate for the Dundonald North Deposit indicates an inferred resource of 2,500,000 tonnes with a nickel grade of 0.75% and a nickel equivalent grade of 0.80% [5][6]. - The report replaces a previous NI 43-101 technical report from October 2024, reflecting advancements in resource estimation [3][6]. Group 2: Company Strategy and Future Plans - The company aims to expand known mineralization and resources at its four existing nickel sulphide deposits within the Alexo-Dundonald Nickel Sulphide Project [23]. - An exploration program is planned to investigate underexplored areas of the project, guided by recent airborne geophysics and historical drilling [24]. - The company is pursuing a dual strategy to develop both high-grade nickel sulphide resources and large tonnage, low-grade komatiite-hosted deposits [25][26]. Group 3: Project Overview - The Alexo-Dundonald Nickel Sulphide Project covers approximately 3,093 hectares and includes four nickel deposits, with historical production from the Alexo North and South deposits [29]. - The project is located in a folded komatiite-ultramafic rock sequence that has not been systematically explored, indicating potential for resource expansion [29]. - The company plans to commence a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) study to evaluate the best path forward for the project [33].

BISHOP, Calif., May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North Bay Resources, Inc. (the “Company” or “North Bay”) (OTC: NBRI) is pleased to announce a resource estimate (non-NI 43-101) for the Bullion Alley Zone at the Company’s Fran Gold Project. The preliminary resource estimate was completed by the Company using Leapfrog Geo + Edge 3D modelling software and diamond drilling data from 2001, 2005, 2006, 2012, and 2018 totaling 18,000 meters (55,000 feet) in 104 holes utilizing block model, with no cut-off: Diagra ...

Core Viewpoint - Silvercorp Metals Inc. has announced an updated independent mineral resource estimate for its Condor gold project in Ecuador, focusing on higher-grade materials accessible through underground mining [1][3]. Group 1: Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) Details - The MRE update was conducted by SRK Consulting with an effective date of February 28, 2025, emphasizing underground resources at Camp and Los Cuyes deposits based on various cutoff grades [3][4]. - Total indicated underground mineral resources are 3.17 million tonnes at Camp and Los Cuyes, containing 0.34 million ounces of gold, 2.0 million ounces of silver, and 49.4 million pounds of zinc at a cutoff grade of 2.2 g/t AuEq [7]. - Total inferred underground mineral resources amount to 12.1 million tonnes, containing 1.38 million ounces of gold, 8.56 million ounces of silver, and 204.2 million pounds of zinc at the same cutoff grade [7]. Group 2: Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) Plans - Following the MRE update, the company plans to publish an updated Preliminary Economic Assessment study for the Condor project by the end of 2025 [2][16]. - The company will also undertake a 3,500-meter surface drilling program to explore areas with potential for higher-grade zones [16]. Group 3: Conceptual Open Pit Resources - Conceptual open pit constrained mineral resources for Soledad and Enma deposits are reported, with total indicated resources of 4.06 million tonnes containing 0.14 million ounces of gold and 9.27 million ounces of silver [13]. - Total inferred open pit mineral resources are 14.17 million tonnes, containing 0.35 million ounces of gold and 2,676 thousand ounces of silver [13]. Group 4: Future Steps and Strategy - The company is advancing necessary permits and community agreements to develop exploration tunnels into higher-grade zones, which will inform a possible feasibility study following the PEA [16]. - Silvercorp aims to create shareholder value through generating free cash flow, organic growth via extensive drilling, and ongoing merger and acquisition efforts [18].