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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.
Smriti Mandhana set a new record for the highest run-scorer in women’s T20 international cricket, scoring 37 runs in India’s 114-run semifinal victory over Bangladesh at the Asian Games. India will face Sri Lanka in the final following the latter’s eight-wicket win over Pakistan.
A man in Torrecaballeros, Spain, has been detained for allegedly concealing his father’s body for over a year to fraudulently claim pension benefits.
Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has withdrawn from the race for United Nations secretary-general following disappointing poll results. In her announcement, Bachelet stated the time was not right for her candidacy, which garnered only one encouraging vote in a recent straw poll.
A funeral service for Thomasina and Patrick Tobin, who died in a hot tub accident in Spain, highlighted their dedication to their children and family life.
Iran has submitted conditions to the US for ending the ongoing war, conveyed via Qatar, according to Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. The conditions include a cessation of hostilities, release of frozen funds, and lifting of the naval blockade, pending President Trump’s response.
A British tourist has died after getting into difficulty at Kato Gouves beach in Crete, with efforts to investigate the cause of his death underway.
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