Three reasons for the record rise in gold prices, and one why they are falling
Gold has fallen from recent highs but there are several reasons investors are still finding refuge in the precious metal.
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Panama court axes Chinese-linked control at canal in victory for Trump
Panama’s Supreme Court invalidated long-standing port concession held by a subsidiary of Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison.
Wall Street traders show their hands with bets on Warner Bros. Discovery-Netflix deal
For much of the year, WBD has been among the more heavily shorted entertainment stocks.
Retail price index rose by 2.8% in 2025
The increase was fuelled by the prices of food, leisure, motoring and household services, Jersey Statistics says.
Starbucks chief now gets to use the company jet for personal trips for free — and other CEOs are likely to demand the same perk
"The assassination of the UnitedHealthcare executive provided a unique opportunity to give boards air cover to capitulate to a CEO's desire to fly private," a source explained.
'We hope it's not the end': Firm behind Prince George's baby shoes warns it may close
The Leicester-based family firm of 73 years said it has been hit by "prices going up, but demand going down".
How Guest Dragon Jenna Meek likes to do business
Jenna Meek joins the Dragons' Den as a guest for the first time.
Trump picks Kevin Warsh to lead the US Federal Reserve
The 55-year-old economist had been considered for Fed chair during Trump's first term.
Divergent is changing the ways cars are made
A Torrance, California-based company is revolutionizing manufacturing with AI and 3D-printing.
Why Zohran Mamdani’s commie compulsions aren’t causing bond investors to panic
The smart money is betting he either won't or can't blow up city coffers.
New $65K private school uses AI to teach students in just two hours a day — in Silicon Valley bid to shake up US education
It claims that its students learn twice as fast and score in the top 1% to 2% on MAP testing, a nationwide measure of growth in reading and math for K-8 students.
Healthcare, visas and whisky: What did UK and China get from Starmer's visit?
Sir Keir Starmer's visit to China brought agreements on visas, services, healthcare, green tech and finance.
Trump says 'very dangerous' for UK to do business with China as Starmer lands in Shanghai
The US president's comments come as Sir Keir Starmer arrives in Shanghai on the third day of his visit to China.
Trump and his eldest sons file $10B lawsuit against IRS, Treasury Department over leaked tax records
The Trump Organization, the first family’s business, is also listed as a plaintiff in the lawsuit filed in a Miami federal court.
Trump plans to name Kevin Warsh as next Fed chair: sources
White House officials cautioned that Trump could change his mind at the last minute.
Is your boss toxic? This is how to handle them
Workers share how toxic managers have affected them and their lives. Here's what to do if you have one.
Trump threatens tariffs on Canada planes and nations selling oil to Cuba
Since returning to the White House last year, the US president has used tariffs as a key policy tool.
Visit the North Sea oil field used to store greenhouse gas
Hundreds of miles from Denmark's coast a project is underway to inject CO2 into an old oil field.
Why the US dollar hit a four-year low and could fall further
The falls have sparked questions about whether the world's go-to currency is losing its lustre.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX mulling merger with Tesla or xAI: report
SpaceX and xAI are in discussions to merge, Reuters reported earlier Thursday.
Apple reports best-ever iPhone sales as Mac dips
The company's revenue was boosted by iPhone sales, but sales of its wearable tech and Mac computers dipped.
Amazon could invest up to $50B in OpenAI: report
Amazon is reportedly in talks to invest as much as $50 billion into Sam Altman’s OpenAI -- in what would be a bombshell bet on the ChatGPT creator.
LA rent prices plunge as Angelenos rejoice: ‘I thought it was a mistake’
In a place known for sky-high rent costs, Los Angeles residents got some good news recently as rental prices in the big city have hit a four year low.
Millions to get £150 off energy bills for further five years
The government has confirmed the discount for six million low-income households will continue for the rest of the decade.
Apple iPhone sales hit record $85B as CEO Tim Cook calls demand ‘staggering’
The devices have been well received for their upgraded camera features and performance improvements, with Apple also benefiting from a wave of upgrades from users holding onto older models.
Jamie Dimon’s Davos remarks show ICE pressure is huge test for corporate America — and the media
On further inspection, his edgy asides about the ICE controversy in Minneapolis were more nuanced than what the headlines blared.
Hyundai issues recall for hundreds of thousands of popular SUV model over faulty feature
The recall affects model year 2020 to 2025 Palisade vehicles.
Saks Off 5th to close most stores following bankruptcy — as liquidation sales start Saturday
Saks Off 5th is closing the vast majority of its stores -- or 57 locations -- in the coming weeks, the company said.
Venezuelan MPs approve bill to open up oil sector to private firms
The change could pave the way for more foreign investment in the country's oil industry.
Viral Reddit post mocking $22 grilled cheese sandwich helped sink Bay Area shop, owner says
Kendra Kolling is founder of artisanal sandwich shop The Farmer’s Wife in Marin County.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX in merger talks with xAI ahead of potential blockbuster IPO: report
The combination would bring Musk’s rockets, Starlink satellites, the X social media platform and Grok AI chatbot under one roof, Reuters reported.
Starbucks CEO lays out long-term growth plan, aims to open thousands of new stores
Starbucks' shares fell on Thursday after the much-awaited long-term targets were announced.
Google’s Sergey Brin teams up with Eric Schmidt, rich techies to fight California’s 5% billionaire tax
The organization, Building a Better California, is planning to wield its influence by backing political candidates and ballot initiatives.
Sen. Marsha Blackburn rips Live Nation for ‘very insufficient’ response to online ticket bot allegations
Sen. Marsha Blackburn blasted Ticketmaster and its parent Live Nation on Thursday for its “very insufficient” response to allegations that executives knowingly “turn a blind eye” to automated bots that force customers to pay exorbitant prices.
Planning bids for new homes rise in England but building remains low, data suggests
While planning applications have risen, home building has lowered, new data suggests.
Mattel unveils He-Man action figures ahead of ‘Masters of the Universe’, seeking to repeat ‘Barbie’ success
Mattel has more than a dozen movies in development as it looks to reinvigorate its brands and spur demand.
