Gold prospecting underwater is rare, risky, and surprisingly rewarding. Using scuba gear and patience, we discovered several ...

PAPOSO, Chile (Reuters) -In the cold seas off Chile's arid northern coast an underwater forest teems with life. Towers of red and green seaweed float upwards from the sea floor, providing food for ...

In an effort to prevent further harm to the environment, one lawmaker in the Philippines is proposing a sweeping ban on the mining of black sand. The move would not only ban mining activities but also ...

Five individuals have been caught illegally mining along several California waterways, state officials announced.