Gold and silver prices have fallen sharply in June 2026 due to reduced safe-haven demand amid easing Iran-US tensions. Experts recommend existing investors avoid panic selling and new investors to invest gradually via SIPs in ETFs, allocating 10-15% to precious metals.
Datacenters are driving unprecedented growth in US clean energy, boosting wind and solar, but also leading utilities to build fossil-fuel plants and delay renewable transitions. Tech companies are investing heavily in self-generation due to grid connection delays.
Face à la canicule, le ministre du Travail rappelle les obligations des employeurs pour protéger les salariés. Il suggère d'adapter les horaires de travail et promet des contrôles renforcés.
Indian equity benchmarks Nifty50 and BSE Sensex fell on Friday, ending a five-day winning streak. The decline was primarily driven by a sharp crash in IT sector stocks, influenced by global sentiment, Accenture's lowered revenue forecast, FII selling, profit-taking, and lingering Middle East concerns.
The UK Foreign Office has eased its travel advice for Dubai, removing the "do not travel" warning. While this facilitates travel insurance and booking, it cautions that the regional situation remains unpredictable despite a US-Iran agreement.
The UK has lifted its 'do not travel' advisory for Dubai following a US-Iran peace accord, though warns the situation remains unpredictable with a risk of sudden attacks, impacting travel insurance and airline operations.
La chaleur, particulièrement en France où 26 départements sont en vigilance orange canicule, affecte le corps lors de l'effort physique. La transpiration accrue, le manque d'oxygène et la perte de sels minéraux peuvent entraîner fatigue, crampes et dysfonctionnements musculaires. Il est conseillé de courir le matin ou le soir, de s'hydrater et de porter des vêtements adaptés.
Collingwood forward Bobby Hill has returned to training, but coach Craig McRae stated he is "a long way away from playing footy." The Magpies are focusing on making Hill feel "loved and appreciated" during his recovery. Meanwhile, Fremantle and Geelong have made significant team changes for their upcoming match.
UK job vacancies have fallen to 707,000, the lowest since early 2021, signaling increased business caution in hiring. New recruit numbers are also at a five-year low, impacting sectors like professional services, retail, and hospitality.
Hong Kong issued a red rainstorm warning amid heavy downpours, prompting the Education Bureau to suspend afternoon classes. The Hong Kong Observatory warned of flooding risks, with clearer skies expected by Friday afternoon.
Hong Kong lowered its rainstorm warning to red after issuing its second black alert of the year. The highest level warning caused flight disruptions, suspended afternoon classes, and led to flooding in the northern New Territories.
Hong Kong issued its second black rainstorm warning of the year on Thursday, causing flight disruptions, suspending afternoon classes, and leading to flooding in the northern New Territories. The warning signifies extremely heavy rainfall, exceeding 70mm per hour.
Hong Kong lowered its rainstorm warning to yellow after issuing its second black alert of the year. The highest level warning caused flight disruptions, suspended afternoon classes, and led to flooding in the northern New Territories.
Hong Kong issued its first black rainstorm warning of the day at 12:55 PM on Thursday, prompting the suspension of afternoon classes. The Hong Kong Observatory warned of flooding risks as very heavy rain exceeded 70 mm per hour.
A vessel off the coast of Yemen was fired upon by individuals in two skiffs, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The vessel's security team returned fire, and the skiffs disengaged. Authorities are investigating.
A former London Clinic employee received a formal caution for unlawfully accessing Princess Kate's medical records while she was treated there in 2024. The ICO confirmed the data breach involved deliberate misuse of sensitive information for potential financial gain.
Reviews for Toy Story 5 are mixed, with many calling it a "cautionary tale" about technology's impact on children. The film's topicality, coinciding with a proposed social media ban for under-16s in the UK, is noted by critics.
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has cautioned a former healthcare worker for attempting to access and sell the private medical records of Catherine, Princess of Wales, while she was a patient at the London Clinic. The ICO found no evidence of wider organizational issues at the hospital.
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has formally cautioned a former healthcare worker at The London Clinic for deliberately misusing the Princess of Wales's private medical records and offering to disclose them for financial gain. The investigation followed a breach reported in March 2024.
Rabbits introduced to Australia's Macquarie Island in 1878 for food became a destructive invasive species, devastating native plants and wildlife. An ambitious eradication program successfully removed them by 2014, leading to a remarkable ecological recovery and serving as a global conservation example.
One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce has advised party leader Pauline Hanson to avoid "gotcha questions" ahead of her first formal address at the National Press Club in Canberra. Hanson's appearance follows a surge in One Nation's support and a successful crowdfunding campaign.
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia on Tuesday, causing strong shaking in Palu and prompting hospital evacuations. The quake, centered 46 km east-southeast of Palu, was followed by several strong aftershocks. Indonesia is prone to seismic activity.
Shipping groups express hesitation to resume Strait of Hormuz transits despite a US-Iran agreement to reopen the vital trade route. Concerns remain over lack of details on safe routes and timings, with hundreds of ships still stuck in the Gulf.
Norway's 2026 World Cup squad, featuring technically gifted players like Ødegaard and Haaland, draws parallels to the 1994 team that underperformed despite a strong qualifying campaign. Lessons from the past highlight issues with direct play, overtraining, and energy expenditure, which the current setup aims to avoid.
