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Iluka ceases production at Jacinth-Ambrosia project; to trim 33 jobs
Iluka Resources said it will cease production in zircon operation at Jacinth-Ambrosia project in South Australia following fall in zircon prices. The company's decision will positively impact the global market.
National Australia Bank posts 8% increase in Q1 cash profit
National Australia Bank posted an 8% increase in its quarterly cash profit helped by robust results in wealth sector and rise in lending volumes.
27th Large Diamond Mined in Angola Weighing 404 Carats, Worth $20 Million, Increasing The Company Share
The 27th largest diamond in the world was just discovered in Angola. The spectacular diamond has been estimated to worth $20 million Australia or $14.3 million USD. The diamond was found under an Australian company in partnership with some Angola's companies.
Wikimedia Foundation Received $250,000 Grant to Develop Its Own Search Engine
The Wikimedia Foundation received a $250,000 grant to support its early stages of search engine project, The Knowledge Engine. The project will develop a search engine that goes across Wikipedia and other Wikimedia’s services, allowing users to obtain relevant information more easily.