Inside South Africa's 'ruthless' gang-controlled gold mines

Illegal miners live dangerously, but make roaring profits selling gold on the black-market.

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The G20 has 'shock absorbers' to deal with Trump's return as US president, South Africa says

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the Group of 20 bloc has sufficient “shock absorbers” to function effectively if a Donald Trump administration promotes an America First policy at the ...
ABC News - 3h
The Cost of Gold Rattles the Jewelry World

Bold gold pieces are trendy, but makers worry that the steep price increases for the precious metal will soon deter demand.
The New York Times - 21m
Gold prices are supposed to fall by this measure — but there’s ‘no guarantee’

A “revival” in Chinese demand for gold and central-bank purchases are likely to lead gold prices a bit higher next year despite expectations for a stronger dollar and rise in Treasury yields, ...
MarketWatch - 22h
England’s environment watchdog told to review risk from lead mines

Government-ordered report comes after FT investigation into impact of toxic metal on human health
Financial Times - 20h
U.S. Sending $725 Million in Arms to Ukraine, Including More Land Mines

The package, the largest since April, comes amid deep concerns in Ukraine that the Trump administration may cut off aid. The president-elect has vowed to end the war quickly, but has not said how.
The New York Times - 13h
Why gold will likely beat stocks over the near term

Stocks and gold have produced nearly identical returns so far this year.
MarketWatch - 20h
Inside the Vatican’s secret saint-making process

Canonisation has long been a way for the Catholic church to shape its image. The Vatican is preparing to anoint its first millennial saint, but how does it decide who is worthy?. As a child growing ...
The Guardian - 12h
Inside the Supreme Court Justices’ Ethics Debate

In private meetings and memos, the justices made new rules for themselves — then split on whether they could, or should, be enforced.
The New York Times - 1h
Biden Arrives in Angola on His Only Trip as President to Sub-Saharan Africa

The president arrived in Angola, where he will highlight American commitment to Africa in the economic competition against China.
The New York Times - 13h
Gold hit record highs this year as real yields climbed. Here’s why the rally is so unusual.

A gold rush by central banks could help lift prices as high as $2,900 by the end of 2025, Wells Fargo Investment Institute said.
MarketWatch - 22h