Midnight Sun Mining Corp. has announced initial drilling results from its Dumbwa Target that confirm the presence of a mineralized sulphide copper system at depth. The Vancouver-based company reported intercepts including 0.51% copper over 39.7 metres, with a higher-grade section of 1.13% copper over 7.0 metres, along with 0.48% copper over 25.9 metres. These early results come from drill holes DBW-25-003 and DBW-25-007, located approximately 500 metres apart along the target's structure.

The drilling program is designed to test geological models and develop understanding of the host structure for copper mineralization across the entire approximately 20-kilometre strike-length of the Dumbwa Target. Hole DBW-25-003 intercepted 0.48% copper over 25.9 metres and 0.29% copper over 5.2 metres in shear zone controlled mineralization. Visual observations noted malachite and chalcopyrite beginning at 6 metres depth, with nearly continuous copper sulphides observed for over 150 metres.

Hole DBW-25-007, situated south of the first intercept, returned 0.51% copper over 39.7 metres including the high-grade 1.13% copper over 7.0 metre section, along with 0.33% copper over 23.0 metres. Both holes demonstrate shear-zone controlled mineralization, providing early confirmation of the copper system's potential. The company emphasized that these intervals are based on drilling measurements and represent relative rather than true widths.

At this preliminary stage of exploration, Midnight Sun's initial results successfully validate the copper mineralization model for the Dumbwa Target. The consistent mineralization across multiple drill holes separated by significant distance suggests potential for a substantial copper system. The company continues its drilling campaign to further define the extent and quality of mineralization along the target's substantial strike length.

Shed Seven, the Yorkshire Britpop legends, have announced a special one-off summer 2026 performance at Halifax's Piece Hall to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their landmark 1996 album 'A Maximum High'. The band will deliver a full album performance followed by a second set of greatest hits during the Live At The Piece Hall concert series on June 6. This Halifax date will represent Shed Seven's only headline show of summer 2026, making it a particularly significant event for both the band and their dedicated fanbase.

The anniversary concert will feature special guest performances from Seb Lowe and The Guest List, adding to the celebratory atmosphere. Tickets for this exclusive event are scheduled to go on general sale at 10am on Friday, October 24, available through major ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Live Nation, and the Piece Hall's official website. The band's return to the Halifax venue follows their previous 2021 performance at the historic courtyard, establishing a continuing relationship with the West Yorkshire location.

'A Maximum High' represented a defining moment in Shed Seven's career, reaching the UK top 10 and selling more than 250,000 copies while spawning five Top 40 singles. Band frontman Rick Witter expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming celebration, stating the band is 'looking forward to giving A Maximum High the birthday party it deserves' and noting particular excitement about 'revisiting some of the songs we haven't played for decades.' The event promises to attract fans from across the country for what organizers describe as a 'one night only' celebratory event.

Shed Seven joins a diverse lineup of artists scheduled for the 2026 Live At The Piece Hall series, including Embrace, Ethel Cain, David Gray, Billy Ocean, Opeth and The Ks. The band's upcoming schedule also includes appearances at the Isle Of Wight Festival in June, featuring headliners Lewis Capaldi, Calvin Harris and The Cure, followed by a supporting performance for Richard Ashcroft at Englefield Estate in Berkshire as part of the Heritage Live series in July. Nicky Chance-Thompson MBE DL, CEO of The Piece Hall Charitable Trust, emphasized the significance of hosting these 'Yorkshire heroes' back at the venue for this milestone celebration.