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Reuters
Jan 22, 2025

Gold prices jump to 11-week high amid policy uncertainty, soft dollar

Gold prices climbed to a fresh 11-week peak on Wednesday, boosted by safe haven demand amid uncertainty surrounding US President Donald Trump’s trade policies and a softer dollar.

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Reuters
Jan 22, 2025

Oil prices little changed as investors debate Trump policies

Oil prices were little changed in early trading on Wednesday as markets weighed US President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national energy emergency on his first day in office and its impact on supply.

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Web Desk
Jan 22, 2025

Saudi FM’s statements reflect shifting policies towards Israel

The recent statement by the Saudi FM belies the careening policy shifts of the conservative kingdom towards Israel.

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Web Desk
Jan 22, 2025

China’s Xi pursues closer bilateral ties with Russia

The Chinese premiere said that China and Russia were ‘prepared’ to navigate the uncertainties of the external environment with stability and flexibility.

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Web Desk
Jan 22, 2025

Canada endures severe cold as mercury drops dangerously low

The Canadian government issued a red alert. It also advised residents to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.

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Reuters
Jan 22, 2025

Trump starts new term with 47 per cent approval

The two-day survey showed his popularity higher than it was throughout most of his 2017-2021 term.

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AFP
Jan 21, 2025

Yemen’s Huthis to limit attacks to Israel-linked ships during truce

The Huthis have been attacking shipping in the vital waterway in what they say is solidarity with the Palestinians since November 2023.

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AFP
Jan 21, 2025

Boat capsized off Yemen killing 20 migrants

Most Ethiopian migrants travelling through Yemen are seeking to reach Gulf countries, motivated by conflict, climate change and a lack of economic prospects, the UN body said.

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AFP
Jan 21, 2025

Israel launches deadly operation in West Bank’s Jenin

The Palestinian health ministry says, the operation killed nine people, just days after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

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Reuters
Jan 21, 2025

Trump fires first woman to head a US military service

More than a dozen former US Coast Guard Academy students who say they were victims of sexual assault filed complaints last year seeking $130 million in damages, accusing the school of allowing sexual violence to go unchecked.