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Reasons for the sharp drop in gold prices after a historic hot period
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World gold prices reached a record level of 5,418 USD/ounce in January, but since then have fallen sharply by 23% to 4,884 USD/ounce - the new low of 2026.
Europeans' confidence in the US falls to a record low
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A new survey shows that only 1/10 of Europeans still believe that the US is an ally.
Half-red, half-yellow apple causes fever in New Zealand
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A rare apple with two different halves of color attracted the curiosity of the crowd to a farmer's store in New Zealand.
World 24h: Finnish politician proposes EU to restore Russian energy imports
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World news 11/6: Finnish politician proposes EU to restore energy imports from Russia; Big explosion in China, 7 dead...
Nord Stream needs about 36 months of repair
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The restoration of the Nord Stream gas pipeline could take about 3 years if capital is ensured in time and no significant delays arise.
Warning of the strongest El Nino in 140 years threatens to disrupt the 2026 storm season
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Extremely strong El Nino - possibly in the strongest group in 140 years - is raising concerns about the disruption of storm paths in 2026.
Dozens of Japanese ships stranded as US blockades Hormuz
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About 40 Japanese-related ships are still trapped in the Persian Gulf as the US blockades the Strait of Hormuz, increasing global transportation and energy risks.
World 24h: Many major banks maintain gold price forecasts at 6,000 USD/ounce
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Latest world news 14. 4: Series of major banks firmly forecast gold prices to reach 6,000 USD/ounce; Extremely dangerous super typhoon threatens US territory...
Suspicion of US deploying mine hunting ships to the Middle East
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The moves to move US minesweepers raise suspicions about plans to deal with the mine threat in the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia makes significant progress in Donetsk
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Russian forces have made new progress in the Donetsk region by establishing a foothold in the northern suburbs of the Ozyornoye settlement.
Russian users flock to text on Chinese "super app
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The number of users of messaging applications from Asia in Russia jumped 60% in March, as Telegram's access speed recorded a significant decrease.
US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz increases pressure and risks on the market
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The US decision to blockade the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting global energy flows and increasing market risks.
Extremely dangerous super typhoon threatens US territory
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Super typhoon Sinlaku, assessed as extremely dangerous, is heading towards the Northern Mariana Islands, USA.
Gold price forecast 2026: Series of major banks steadfast at the 6,000 USD/ounce mark
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Many major banks around the world maintain gold price forecasts for the rest of 2026 at around 6,000 USD/ounce.
Asian aviation falters before crisis, Japan is an exception
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Thanks to owning the world's largest strategic oil reserves, Japan remains stable while a series of regional airlines have to cancel flights due to price storms.
US pours $100 billion to revive the world's largest super mine in Venezuela
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The US administration officially launched a $100 billion plan to restore oil fields in Venezuela, aiming to lower world gasoline prices.
Three oil tankers cross Hormuz safely, a series of other ships abandon their journey
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Three oil tankers - the first ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz since the US announced the blockade - have successfully passed through this waterway.
Russia develops satellite network specializing in hunting for solar storms
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Russia is promoting a project to establish a satellite network to accurately determine the location of solar storm outbreaks.
EU expects to remove $105 billion aid package for Ukraine after Hungarian elections
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Hungarian Prime Minister-elect Péter Magyar affirmed that he is ready for direct dialogue with the Russian President to call for an end to the fighting in Ukraine.
Oil prices rise, Chinese clean technology accelerates exports
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High oil prices boosted demand for electric vehicles, batteries and helped Chinese clean technology businesses grow strongly.
