NEW YORK, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Critical Metals Corp. (Nasdaq: CRML) (“Critical Metals Corp” or the “Company”), a leading critical minerals mining company, is pleased to publish for the first time the assay results of eleven deep diamond drill holes from the Tanbreez Project in Greenland drilled in 2007 and 2013 at the Fjord Deposit. Commenting on the assay results, Tony Sage, CEO and Executive Chairman of the Company, said: "I am further encouraged by the deep diamond drill hole results at Tanb ...

Core Viewpoint - Lithium Ionic Corp. has filed an independent NI 43-101 compliant technical report for its 100%-owned Bandeira Lithium Project in Brazil, which includes an updated Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) announced on May 6, 2025 [1][3]. Group 1: Technical Report and Mineral Resource Estimate - The technical report, titled "Bandeira Lithium Project NI 43-101 Technical Report Mineral Resource Update," was prepared by GE21 Consultoria Mineral Ltda., AtkinsRéalis, L&M Advisory, and Planminas, with an effective date of November 20, 2024 [2]. - The updated MRE includes Measured and Indicated resources of 27.27 million tonnes (Mt) grading 1.34% Li₂O, equating to 901,059 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE), and an additional 18.55 Mt in the Inferred category also grading 1.34% Li₂O, which corresponds to 615,432 tonnes LCE [3]. - The updated MRE increases the Company's consolidated global mineral resources to 36.76 Mt grading 1.31% Li₂O in the Measured and Indicated category, alongside 31.87 Mt grading 1.19% Li₂O in the Inferred category [4]. Group 2: Project Overview and Location - The Bandeira Project covers 158 hectares, representing less than 1% of Lithium Ionic's total 17,000-hectare land position, and is considered one of the most promising lithium development-stage assets in Brazil [5]. - The project is strategically located adjacent to Sigma Lithium's Grota do Cirilo and Barreiro projects, as well as Companhia Brasileira de Lítio's long-standing underground lithium operation [5][8]. Group 3: Future Developments - An updated Feasibility Study to integrate the expanded MRE is currently underway and is expected to be completed in the second half of 2025 [3].

Core Viewpoint - Aftermath Silver Ltd. has made a partial payment of US$1.5 million towards the acquisition of the Berenguela silver-copper-manganese project in Peru, ahead of the due date, which has resulted in a reduced balance owed to EMX Royalty Corp. [3][5] Group 1: Financial Transactions - The company has an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Berenguela project through agreements with SSR Mining Inc. and EMX Royalty Corp. [2] - Aftermath Silver's payment obligations total US$13 million, with the remaining payments summarized as follows: US$3 million paid on May 15, 2025; US$1.5 million paid in June 2025; and US$1.65 million due in November 2026 [5][7]. - A sliding-scale NSR royalty will be applied to all mineral production from the project, starting at 1.0% when silver prices are up to US$25 per ounce, and increasing to 1.25% when silver prices exceed US$25 and copper prices are above US$2 per pound [7]. Group 2: Project Development - The company is focusing on the Berenguela project and expects an updated NI43-101 mineral resource estimate to be completed soon [4]. - Recent drilling in the eastern part of Berenguela intersected 153 meters of mineralization, including 1.12% copper, 290 g/t silver, and 7% manganese [4]. Group 3: Company Background - Aftermath Silver is a Canadian junior exploration company focused on silver, aiming to deliver shareholder value through the discovery, acquisition, and development of quality silver projects in stable jurisdictions [9]. - The company has developed a pipeline of projects at various stages of advancement, selected based on growth and development potential [9].

TORONTO, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NexGold Mining Corp. (TSXV: NEXG; OTCQX: NXGCF) ("NexGold" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on its ongoing 25,000-metre diamond drill program initially announced on January 22, 2025 at the Company's Goldboro Project in Nova Scotia ("Goldboro"). The drill program is primarily designed to infill specific areas of the open pit Mineral Resource identified to improve geological and grade continuity and potentially upgrade certain areas of Inferred and I ...

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].

Heye Daun, Koryx Copper's President and CEO commented: "We are very encouraged by the latest drill results which demonstrates that the Haib copper/molybdenum project continues to incrementally improve, albeit at a slightly slower drilling and assaying pace than we expected earlier this year. We now have a bulked-up technical team in place, with additional drill rigs expected to arrive within the next few weeks, which should improve our drilling rate from the 2 half of the year. In parallel with the drilling ...

Core Viewpoint - Axcap Ventures Inc. has entered into a definitive Mineral Property Purchase Agreement to acquire a 100% interest in Carlyle Commodities Corp.'s Newton Gold Project located in British Columbia, Canada, which is expected to enhance Axcap's portfolio and provide Carlyle with ongoing exposure to the project's future success [2][10]. Summary by Relevant Sections Transaction Overview - The agreement was signed on May 23, 2025, and involves Axcap acquiring the Newton Gold Project, which consists of 62 claims over approximately 23,003 hectares [2][3]. - Carlyle holds a 100% interest in the mineral claims, subject to a 2% net smelter return royalty and an annual advance royalty payment of $25,000 [3]. Resource Details - The Newton Project has an inferred mineral resource of 842,900 ounces of gold (Au) and 4,506,100 ounces of silver (Ag), with an average grade of 0.64 g/t Au across 41,071,100 tonnes [4][6]. Financial Terms of the Agreement - Carlyle will receive a total consideration of $500,000 in cash, 500,000 common share purchase warrants, and 3,750,000 common shares of Axcap upon closing [7]. - An additional $1,250,000 in common shares will be issued 12 months after closing, based on a 20-day VWAP [7]. Milestone Payments - Axcap will make milestone payments contingent on achieving specific resource targets and completing feasibility studies, including up to 10,000,000 shares and $1,000,000 in cash for completing a Bankable Feasibility Study [8]. Share Restrictions - The shares issued to Carlyle will have voluntary resale restrictions, with 25% becoming tradable two months after closing, and similar restrictions apply to the secondary payment shares [8]. Finder's Fee - Axcap will issue 1,212,500 common shares as a finder's fee, with a portion issued at closing and the remainder upon issuance of secondary payment shares [9]. Management Statements - Carlyle's CEO expressed confidence in Axcap's ability to advance the Newton Project, highlighting its potential in a bullish gold market [10]. - Axcap's Co-Founder noted the significant untested upside of the Newton Project and its potential to create value [10]. Company Backgrounds - Axcap Ventures focuses on acquiring gold projects in North America, aiming for established resources with expansion potential [15]. - Carlyle Commodities is engaged in mineral exploration and development, owning multiple projects in British Columbia [16].

Melbourne, Victoria--(Newsfile Corp. - May 22, 2025) - Besra Gold Inc. (ASX: BEZ) ("Besra" or the "Company") is aware of certain information related to Besra and its business that was provided as part of a presentation (the Unauthorised Presentation) made on behalf of Quantum Metal Bullion Pty Ltd (Quantum Metal). Quantum Metal is a company associated with Dato Lim Khong Soon, a director of Besra.The Unauthorised Presentation, which the Company is aware has been presented several times online, contains:(a) ...