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Gold prices steady after Fed policymakers back rate cuts

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Gold prices remained steady after reaching an all-time high, following comments from U.S. Federal Reserve officials supporting future interest rate cuts. Spot gold held near $2,625.52 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures slightly declined. The Fed's easing policy and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East also influenced market sentiments.

Long Island town contracts with goose chasing company

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OYSTER BAY, Long Island (PIX11) -- Canada Geese have been taking over parks and business plazas, prompting Town of Oyster Bay officials to take action. The Town has now contracted with a Ronkonkoma-based company to chase the geese away. Owner Amanda Ackerly uses Australian Shepherds twice a day to scare the flocks away. "It's a [...]

Oil prices rise on concerns of wider Middle East conflict, US storm

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Oil prices rose on Tuesday due to concerns over the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah affecting supply in the Middle East and a potential tropical storm impacting U.S. output. Brent crude futures increased by 0.3% to $74.11 a barrel, while U.S. crude futures rose by 0.3% to $70.61.

US has long endorsed permanent UNSC seats for India, Germany, Japan: US Secy of State Antony Blinken

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reaffirmed support for UN Security Council reforms, advocating permanent seats for India, Japan, and Germany. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he proposed two permanent seats for Africa and representation for Latin America and the Caribbean. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also emphasized the need for global institutional reforms.

Wall St ends slightly higher after Fed policymakers back rate cuts

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

U.S. stocks closed slightly higher on Monday as investors evaluated the impact of the Federal Reserve's recent rate cut. Gains were driven by comments from Fed officials and steady factory activity data. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all saw modest increases, with energy stocks leading gains and healthcare stocks declining.

China's retirement age reforms not enough to fix pension headache

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

China's decision to raise retirement ages aims to address pension deficits and support a shrinking workforce amid economic slowdown. The policy, fast-tracked without public consultation, faces challenges due to income inequalities and demographic shifts. Experts emphasize the urgency of reforms as China's working-age population declines.

Iran's president accuses Israel of seeking wider Mideast war, laying traps

Business Standard 

Iran's new president accused Israel on Monday of seeking a wider war in the Middle East and laying traps to lead his country into a broader conflict. Masoud Pezeshkian told about two dozen media representatives that Iran doesn't want to see the current war in Gaza and airstrikes across the Israeli-Lebanon border expanded. We don't want to fight, he said. It's Israel that wants to drag everyone into war and destabilize the region. They are dragging us to a point where we do not wish to go. Pezeshkian... Читать дальше...

GOP effort to change how Nebraska allocates electoral votes hits roadblock - The Washington Post

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  1. GOP effort to change how Nebraska allocates electoral votes hits roadblock  The Washington Post
  2. Pivotal Nebraska state senator deals Trump serious setback, saying he won’t support change to state election law  CNN
  3. Opinion | A Leading Law Scholar Fears We’re Lurching Toward Secession  The New York Times
  4. Nebraska GOP senator opposes Electoral College change that may have helped Trump win re-election  Fox News