Gold prices are trading near multi-week highs on Wednesday as investors weigh competing signals from the US economy and the ongoing Middle East conflict. Spot gold was up 0.3% at $4,377.79 per ounce by 0055 GMT, after climbing to its highest level since June 5 in the previous session. The metal encountered technical resistance around…
Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh (Photo via Canva) Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter who is known as one of the most influential figures in Western art.Even though he created over 2,000 artworks in just a decade, he sold only a few paintings during his lifetime and struggled with poverty and mental…
The American Civil Liberties Union and other immigration advocacy groups filed the challenge to Trump’s new executive action before a New Hampshire federal judge President Donald Trump’s latest move to restrict automatic citizenship is facing a legal challenge, months after the Supreme Court knocked down his earlier attempt at upending longstanding guarantees for children born…
As Jupiter’s combustion concludes on August 12, 2026, a transformative era begins. Those born on the 3rd, 12th, 21st, and 30th should prepare for marked advancements in their endeavors. Meanwhile, individuals with birthdays on the 6th, 15th, and 24th can look forward to strengthened relationships and a boost in creativity. Lastly, birthdays falling on the…
A clothing repair workshop at a Levi’s retail store in San Francisco NEW YORK: Encouraging customers to mend worn clothes instead of buying new ones might seem like a self-defeating sales strategy. But in-store repairs and sewing workshops are becoming essential retail services for clothing brands as they try to appeal to young consumers who…
AI could widen the pool of borrowers by allowing banks to use data beyond conventional financial histories MUMBAI: RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra said AI could do to lending decisions what UPI did to payments and urged banks not to sit on the sidelines as India is well-placed to adopt the technology because of its public…
Govt has set a target of supporting up to 45.8 lakh electric two-wheelers, with Rs 2,767 crore earmarked for the segment NEW DELHI: Govt has extended incentives for electric two-wheelers under the PM E-DRIVE scheme till March 31, 2028, while also working on a financing support mechanism to bring down borrowing costs for electric buses…
A TV screen shows a file image of North Korea’s missile launch during a news program at Seoul Railway Station (Picture credit: AP) North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off the Korean Peninsula’s east coast on Wednesday, South Korean and Japanese authorities said, marking Pyongyang’s second reported ballistic missile launch in less…
Starting Nov 2024, Sebi had made several changes to the trading rules for F&O, including increasing margins and contract sizes. MUMBAI: New rules introduced by markets regulator Sebi to curtail excessive speculation and trading in the futures & options (F&O) segment have reduced aggregate losses incurred by retail investors during fiscal 2025-26, but per-investor loss…
As entry-level 5G smartphones became more expensive, several brands reintroduced or extended 4G models to retain buyers at the lower end NEW DELHI: India’s cheapest smartphones are disappearing fast. Rising component costs have made sub-$100 (around Rs 9,000) devices increasingly unviable for manufacturers, while giving older 4G technology an unexpected lifeline as brands look for…
India are set to begin their two-match Test series against Sri Lanka on August 15 in Galle, with former Sri Lankan all-rounder Farveez Maharoof backing uncapped pacer Gurnoor Brar to provide the visitors with an X-factor. Brar, who was included in India’s squad for the Test series, made his international debut against Afghanistan in an…
The Cancer Moon on August 12, 2026, focuses on security and belonging for all signs. Each zodiac sign receives a lucky number and color for the day. These forecasts offer new approaches to responsibilities and emotional interactions. Advice includes valuing heirlooms and seeking practical guidance from elders. Cultural activities and neighborhood proposals also warrant careful…
