Rival Rio Tinto Ltd. added 1.4% after reporting a more modest 2% gain in quarterly iron-ore output.

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Ken Fisher added to his holdings in Rio Tinto PLC by 29.66%.

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But it was Russia who almost added a third when a rebound off Rio Ferdinand bounced inches wide with Robinson beaten.

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The inclusion of the two sports was welcomed by British Olympic chief Andy Hunt, who added that both would provide medal opportunities for Great Britain in Rio de Janeiro.

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In case Rio Tinto does not buy the project, Australian Pacific will hold the full ownership, added the company.

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