An abrupt announcement rattled members of a little-known U.N. agency based in Jamaica that has protected international ...

Countries have debated for decades whether to allow mining on the ocean floor, a potential trove of critical minerals. Now, a ...

The Metals Company in Vancouver, Canada said late Thursday that it is seeking permission from the U.S. government to start deep-sea mining in international waters, potentially bypassing the ...

Canadian Company Seeks US Permission to Start Deep-Sea Mining as Outcry Ensues SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An abrupt announcement rattled members of a little-known U.N. agency based in Jamaica ...