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Gold and silver prices rise as US global tariffs and tensions with Iran

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World gold prices were at 5,108.40 USD/ounce at 3:40 PM on February 20, EST time, up more than 2%.

President Trump may visit China at the end of March

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President Trump will visit China from March 31 to April 2 for the highly anticipated meeting between the leaders of the two largest economies in the world.

Hungary strikes with huge EU loan to Ukraine

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Hungary will block a 90 billion euro loan from the European Union (EU) for Ukraine.

US military airstrikes ship suspected of transporting drugs, 3 dead

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The US military again launched an airstrike targeting a ship suspected of drug trafficking in the eastern Pacific, killing 3 people.

Strong bomb typhoon forecast this weekend

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Extremely strong winter storms like nor'easter combined with "bomb cyclones" will attack a series of cities in the northeastern United States.

Mystery 4. 200 years of the place where humans first domesticated horses

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Horses were first domesticated in Russia about 4,200 years ago, deciphering a long-standing mystery.

President Donald Trump orders 10% global tax

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On February 20, President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff on all imports into the US after a Supreme Court ruling.

Gold prices rise, revealing the countries that buy and sell gold the most

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Amidst strong gold prices, China and Poland bought the most gold, and the Philippines sold the most.

Vietnam tops the promising destination for FDI in Asia in 2026

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Stepping into 2026, Vietnam continues to be assessed by international investors as one of the most attractive destinations in Asia for long-term investment capital.

Russia controls 8 more Ukrainian settlements in the past week

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In the week from February 14-20, Russian forces controlled 8 settlements in Sumy, Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk.

Trump's counterpart tax was rejected by the US Supreme Court

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On February 20, the US Supreme Court ruled that Mr. Trump had violated federal law by unilaterally imposing a global counterpart tax.

World 24h: Gold prices heat up again

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Latest world news 20. 2: Mr. Trump asks the US government to release UFO files; Gold prices reverse and heat up again,...

Ukraine expects military export breakthrough despite prolonged conflict

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Ukraine allows the resumption of defense exports, estimated at several billion USD, and considers imposing taxes to increase revenue for the military amid the prolonged conflict with Russia.

Former South Korean President says life sentence is politically motivated

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Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said that the life sentence is a political retaliation, but still apologized for imposing martial law.

Gas truck in Chile explodes violently after overturning, many casualties

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Gas truck overturns and then explodes violently in Chile, killing 4 people, injuring 17 people, damaging at least 50 vehicles.

EU urges Ukraine to repair Russian oil pipeline

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The EU wants Ukraine to respond on when they can repair the Russian oil pipeline Druzhba.

US hopes to soon complete reciprocal tax negotiations with Vietnam

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Foreign Minister Marco Rubio wished Vietnam and the US to soon complete reciprocal tax negotiations, creating a framework to promote bilateral cooperation.

Mr. Trump asks the US government to release UFO files

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Mr. Trump's new move regarding alien information rekindles debates surrounding this topic.

Thailand speaks out about allegations of installing fences at the border

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The Thai military rejects accusations of territorial seizure, affirming actions aimed at protecting sovereignty under international law.

Lucky colors for the year of Binh Ngo 2026 by month of birth

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Using colors that match the trend of destiny can help each person balance emotions, increase confidence and attract positive things.