Gold prices remained steady as investors anticipated fewer interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in 2025 amid the approaching Christmas holiday. Despite a benign U.S. inflation reading, markets are pricing in minimal easing next year. Gold's 27% rise this year was driven by central bank purchases, geopolitical tensions, and monetary policy easing.
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Bangladesh's interim Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus affirmed their commitment to protecting human rights in Bangladesh. Concerns have risen following recent attacks on minority Hindus. The US emphasized support for a stable, democratic Bangladesh, while calls for sanctions and autonomous zones were also highlighted.
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Footy supporters have been left so angry by the leaking of the NRL's nine-week ban for Mam that one threatened to boycott the sport, with others branding the league gutless and weak.
Nordstrom has been family-owned since being founded in Seattle in 1901 by John W. Nordstrom, a Swedish immigrant.
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners approved over $4 million in funding for a new village-style shelter in Southeast Portland, the county announced Monday.
Wall Street's major indexes ended higher on Monday, with gains in tech stocks and increased volumes on US exchanges. The S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all experienced multiple consecutive increases. Qualcomm's shares rose following a favorable jury verdict, while Eli Lilly received FDA approval for a new treatment.
BEIRUT (Sputnik) - Lebanese authorities have decided not to grant refugee status to arriving Syrians and to halt the creation of new tent camps in the country, the social affairs minister in Lebanon's caretaker government, Hector Hajjar, told Sputnik.
© Provided by Xinhua Trucks pass through a road section of the Qinghai-Xizang Highway built on permafrost flanked by metal pipes, which serve as conductive heat pipes to st
by sportswriter He Leijing
NANJING, China, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) -- Few forces have united the world as profoundly as sports throughout 2024. For China, sports not only showcased the country's athletic excellence, but also illuminated its cultural richness and capacity for fostering global unity and friendship.
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Beyond igniting passion and stirring emotions, athletics emerged as a
HONG KONG, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index gained 28.37 points, or 0.14 percent, to open at 19,911.5 points on Tuesday.
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) -- Hundreds of Chinese and Americans, including lawmakers, diplomats, and world champions, gathered in Los Angeles County's Pacific Palms Resort on Sunday to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of China-U.S. "Ping-Pong Diplomacy."
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The founder and chief executive of the Telegram encrypted messaging app Pavel Durov said on Monday that the platform had recorded a net profit for the first time in 2024, with annual revenue exceeding $1 billion. Durov said the move had helped reach revenues exceeding $1 billion, with subscribers to the app's premium service tripling to 12 million.
Jodie Turner-Smith is taking legal action against estranged husband Joshua Jackson. On Monday (December 23), the 38-year-old The Agency actress filed new court documents alleging that the 46-year-old Doctor Odyssey actor has paid her child support or spousal support since she filed for divorce in October 2023. Keep reading to find out more…Jodie is requesting [...]
In the latest Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 episode, Jaspal Singh wins Rs 3.2 lakhs. He highlights his father’s dedication as a halwai struggling since COVID. Amitabh Bachchan joins in his celebration with sweets. Jaspal uses lifelines to answer a crucial question, expressing aspirations to improve his father’s lifestyle.
Christmas Day football games will be streamed exclusively on Netflix. Here’s what you should know.
It’s a Christmas season in which hope abounds, in the US and beyond.
Before Week 16, the Las Vegas Raiders were neck-and-neck with the New York Giants for the distinction of worst record in the NFL and the reward that c
Former US President Bill Clinton hospitalised after developing fever
Happy winter break to all who celebrate! Whatever your holiday is, TVSpy hopes it's the best ever. Personally, we celebrate Festivus. We'll be off Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. In the spirit of the holiday, we give you a multitude of stories from around the country to keep you informed about the good: a Grand Rapids,...
"The intergovernmental commission has defined the payment mechanism as a very important priority," Pakistani Energy Minister Awais Leghari said