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- China increases gold purchases to reduce reliance on US dollar assets
- AI data centres emerge as key topic in Ontario municipal elections
- Israel suspends commercial goods from entering Gaza amid escalating tensions.
- Alberta NDP unveils three-part plan for custody releases in Edmonton’s Chinatown
- Elon Musk donates $158 million to Senate GOP group backing Ken Paxton
- Researchers predict the world may face overpopulation crisis in 2026
- Minibus collision with shuttle train injures 19 at Eurotunnel site
- Zimbabwe’s ZiG seeks to gain trust and reduce reliance on the US dollar
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China’s central bank increased its gold reserves by 23 tonnes in September, the largest monthly acquisition since October 2023, bringing total holdings to approximately 2,410 tonnes. This move aims to reduce reliance on US dollar assets amid rising geopolitical and financial risks, with private demand for gold also soaring as households seek secure savings options.
A research paper suggests that the world population could approach infinity by November 13, 2026, due to unsustainable growth patterns.
Zimbabwe’s government is actively promoting the ZiG currency to reduce reliance on the US dollar, despite widespread scepticism stemming from past currency crises. The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe claims the ZiG is backed by reserves, yet many citizens remain hesitant to trust its stability for savings and transactions.
Pope Leo XIV criticises leaders for spending billions on ‘killing and devastation’ during his Africa tour. He remains focused on promoting peace, brotherhood, and justice. The Pope will continue his advocacy for dialogue and understanding in the face of global conflict.
A patient in Norway has been virtually cured of HIV following a family stem cell transplant. Known as the ‘Oslo patient’, he received cells from his elder brother, who carried a rare gene blocking HIV. Doctors deem him cured ‘for all practical purposes’. Further details are available.
Pope Leo XIV condemned global leaders for unjust wars during his visit to Cameroon, asserting that the world is ‘being ravaged by a handful of tyrants.’ He critiques politicians who misuse religion to justify violence and urges a commitment to peace.
Antarctica’s A-23A iceberg has disintegrated after nearly 40 years at sea, having calved from the Filchner Ice Shelf in 1986. The immense iceberg journeyed over 2,300km before collapsing in the South Atlantic in April 2026. Scientists continue to study its lifecycle and movement patterns.
Dubai police arrested an airline worker for sharing images of war damage. The arrest followed electronic monitoring of a WhatsApp group, revealing a clip of smoke from an Iranian drone strike. The individual remains in custody while facing serious charges. Further details will unfold as the case progresses.
Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov was arrested for illegally visiting North Sentinel Island, home to the Sentinelese tribe. Detained since March 2025, his bail was denied after he attempted to offer a can of Diet Coke, posing a threat to the tribe. His next court appearance is scheduled for April 29.
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