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Dubai's gold market experienced a dramatic rally in 2025, with 24-carat gold prices soaring by over 63.5 percent. This surge, driven by global safe-haven demand and interest rate dynamics, saw significant gains for investors and residents. The trend aligns with a broader worldwide appreciation for gold as a strategic asset.
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President Trump issued a stark warning of further US military action against Venezuela if President Maduro does not "behave." This follows a US operation that led to Maduro and his wife's capture and detention in Brooklyn, where they face federal charges including narco-terrorism and drug trafficking.
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U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a statement supporting Nicolás Maduro's capture by U.S. forces as European leaders react to the operation in Venezuela. NBC News' Raf Sanchez reports on the attempts to differ the U.S. action from that of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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People who are sent to Manston processing centre will be eligible for searches for electronic devices from MondayHome Office plans to immediately begin seizing asylum seekers' mobile phones and sim cards without the need for an arrest have been condemned by a solicitor and anti-torture campaigners.People who arrive by small boat and are sent to...
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King Charles leads tributes to Holocaust education campaigner, who he met in 2022, saying he and Camilla 'admired her deeply'King Charles has paid tribute to Anne Frank's stepsister, Eva Schloss, who has died at the age of 96.The king, who danced with Schloss while visiting a Jewish community centre in north London in 2022, said he and Queen...
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Flights cancelled and travel warnings issued with 30cm of snow expected on high ground in northern Scotland Transport delays, treacherous driving conditions and school closures will greet many people as they return to work and study after the Christmas break, with winter weather warnings in place across the UK.Four amber warnings for heavy snow in...
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Mark Ratcliffe, 67, had been trying to save Sarah Keeling, 45, and her daughter Grace, 15, who remains missing, police sayA man who died trying to save two people from the sea in East Yorkshire on Friday was attempting to rescue a mother and her teenage daughter, Humberside police have said.The body of Sarah Keeling, 45, was recovered from...
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Businesses being hit by rising cost of interest rates, energy costs and wages, says Resolution FoundationThe UK is poised for a rise in unemployment in 2026 fuelled by the collapse of "zombie” companies that have struggled to adapt to a rise in business costs, according to a report.At the start of what could be a pivotal year for the economy, the...
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The fate of the woman who left the UK at 15 in search of Islamic State raises wider questions about citizenshipWhile many aspects of UK political polling have shifted drastically since 2019, the public's view on Shamima Begum has remained largely fixed: a big majority do not want the now 26-year-old woman back in the UK.In 2019, Sajid Javid, then...
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Jewish family say crew did not seek consent to film inside their home days after it was wrecked by Hamas in southern IsraelThe BBC has said it has reached a settlement with a Jewish family who survived Hamas's 7 October attacks in southern Israel after a news crew filmed inside their destroyed home.The reporting team, which included senior...
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Maximus Textoris Pulcher, an official resident at Rue de la Loi 16, shows a warmer side of Bart De Wever For nearly 15 years, Britain's Larry the Cat has charmed visitors to 10 Downing Street. Now another prime ministerial pet is proving a social media hit in Belgium.Maximus Textoris Pulcher was announced in August as an official resident at the...
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Prime minister gives clearest sign yet that government is seeking to further deepen Britain's links with BrusselsCloser ties with the EU single market are preferable to a customs union, Keir Starmer has said, in his clearest sign yet that the government is seeking to further deepen links with Brussels.The prime minister said the UK should consider...
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Nationals leader David Littleproud warns against prolonged Iraq-style operation in VenezuelaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian government says it is waiting for the United States to "set out the facts” on the operation to capture the Venezuelan president, Nicolás Maduro.The Labor minister Tim Ayres on...
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Cricket veteran in good spirits and hopeful of moving out of intensive care as recovery continuesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDamien Martyn is awake and talking, one week after being placed into an induced coma in a Gold Coast hospital with meningitis. The 54-year-old has been able to talk with friends and family,...
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Hundreds came out to protest in large cities coast to coast, even as many in the diaspora celebrated ousting of MaduroTop Republicans backpedal from Trump claim that US will run VenezuelaProtests bubbled up in several US cities over the weekend as people demonstrated against the Trump administration's unilateral military intervention in Venezuela...
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US president says operation in Colombia 'sounds good' and elections in Venezuela will happen at the 'right time'Top Republicans backpedal from Trump claim that US will run VenezuelaKeir Starmer also told the BBC that he thinks we are living in a more "volatile” world than we have been for "many, many years” and said global affairs have much...
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9,500-year-old pyre uncovered in Malawi offers rare insight into rituals of ancient African hunter-gatherer groupsA cremation pyre built about 9,500 years ago has been discovered in Africa, offering a fresh glimpse into the complexity of ancient hunter-gatherer communities.Researchers say the pyre, discovered in a rock shelter at the foot of Mount...
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Trump's audacious arrest of Maduro marks a conspicuous break with convention, even as previously observed by the president himselfNothing speaks more eloquently of the disempowering of the US Congress under Donald Trump's second presidency than the brazenly audacious detention of Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia.Far from...
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Victoria Jones, daughter of US film actor, was found unresponsive at a San Francisco hotel on New Year's DayThe family of actor Tommy Lee Jones has asked for privacy following the loss of his daughter, Victoria Jones, who was found dead on New Year's Day at a San Francisco hotel."We appreciate all of the kind words, thoughts, and prayers,” the...
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Emergency managers say the US president has presided over a dangerous erosion in US capacity to prepare for and respond to natural disastersDonald Trump has presided over a dangerous erosion in US capacity to prepare for and respond to natural disasters, according to emergency management experts.The first year of his second term was marked by...
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King tides cause highest floodwaters in decades for area, while people are rescued from trapped cars and roads closeHigh tides and heavy rains have flooded parts of the Bay Area, prompting road closures and rescues of people trapped in cars.Five northern counties remained under a flood watch, with up to 3in (7.6cm) of rain possible through Monday...
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Homeland security secretary says Venezuelan leader needs to protect America against drug trafficking and terroristsKristi Noem, the US homeland security secretary, said on Sunday that the US wants a leader in Venezuela who will be "a partner that understands that we're going to protect America” to stop drug trafficking and "terrorists from coming...
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In an inspiring vision, tech visionary Vinod Khosla believes that artificial intelligence will transform healthcare, enabling machines to take over diagnostics and decision-making tasks, allowing physicians to devote more time to compassionate patient interactions.
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About 300 people turned out in Sydney despite NSW police prohibition on public demonstrations, as protests across Australia condemn US actionsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThree people were arrested in Sydney on Sunday evening during a protest against the US military intervention in Venezuela.About 300 people turned out...
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Marvel, Lost and Hobbit actor says 'almost every area in my brain is functioning at a decreased capacity' after she fainted and fell face-first into a boulderEvangeline Lilly has revealed she has brain damage, months after she suffered a concussion when she fainted and fell face-first into a boulder.The 46-year-old Canadian actor, known for her...
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A tense calm held in Venezuela on Sunday, a day after President Nicolas Maduro was deposed and captured in an American military operation. Maduro was taken to the U.S., arriving late Saturday afternoon at a small airport in New York following the operation that extracted him and his wife, Cilia Flores, from their home in a military base in the...
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President Trump suggested US oil companies could revitalize Venezuela's struggling industry, potentially generating significant profits. Despite holding vast reserves, Venezuela produces only about 1 million barrels daily due to dilapidated infrastructure and lack of capital. While Chevron remains, significant investment would be required for...
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The US captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro on Saturday, drawing parallels to the 1989 capture of Panama's Manuel Noriega. Both leaders faced US drug-trafficking indictments, and the US military presence increased prior to their captures. While Noriega declared war, Maduro sought to avoid conflict, a plea rejected by Trump.
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Mette Frederiksen responds to president amid febrile atmosphere after US actions in Venezuela Venezuela crisis – latest updatesDenmark's prime minister has urged Donald Trump to stop threatening to take over Greenland after the president said the US "absolutely” needs the territory.Mette Frederiksen said on Sunday: "It makes absolutely no sense...
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Washington keeping 15,000-strong military presence in Caribbean in case interim president hinders US objectivesUS politics liveThe prospect of the United States seizing direct control of Venezuela appeared to recede on Sunday after the shocking seizure of President Nicolás Maduro – but US officials said Washington was keeping a 15,000-strong...
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Hundreds of people join silent procession in Swiss town, with youngest known victim just 14-years-oldVisual guide: what happened in Crans-Montana?Investigators have identified the last 16 people who died in the New Year's Eve bar fire at the Swiss mountain resort of Crans-Montana, police said on Sunday.Officers in Valais canton said they had...
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A Dubai court sentenced a woman to jail, a hefty fine and deportation for orchestrating a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam. The "wallet swap" scheme involved replacing an investor's hardware wallet during a business meeting, leading to the theft of millions in digital assets. The case highlights the UAE's firm stance on crypto crimes as serious...
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The Burj Khalifa's remarkable height and stability are attributed to Bill Baker's pioneering buttressed core system, which ingeniously combats wind forces and torsional stress. This innovative design, refined through extensive wind-tunnel testing and advanced materials, allows the 828-meter skyscraper to withstand Dubai's harsh environmental...
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Abu Dhabi is intensifying its campaign against noisy vehicles, imposing hefty Dh2,000 fines and 12 black points for disruptive driving. Authorities are cracking down on unauthorised modifications and reckless behaviour to ensure community peace and road safety. This move aims to curb noise pollution and promote courteous driving, with public...
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Jebel Hafeet in Dubai has banned barbecues in several parking areas to curb littering and protect its natural beauty. Fines now start at Dh1,000, escalating to Dh4,000 for repeat offenders. While a beloved tradition, the move aims to preserve the scenic mountain for future visitors, with designated BBQ zones still available in public parks.
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Decision comes after six people died along Australia's eastern coastline during a horror new year periodGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastEmergency services have suspended separate searches for a teenage boy and a male swimmer in waters off Sydney amid a horror new year period on Australian beaches.On Sunday afternoon, New...
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