In Indonesia, Outlaw Gold Miners Poison Themselves to Survive

One large mining company is trying to shut illegal operations, which use mercury. The small-scale miners say there’s no other way to earn a living. New York Times By BY RICHARD C. PADDOCK AND ADAM DEAN from NYT World https://ift.tt/2MFmZzA
Mines and Mining, Gold, Mercury (Metal), Hazardous and Toxic Substances, Environment