LoginWhy Countries Are Stocking Up on Gold
1 May 2026 at 06:34
As risk has escalated, central banks have bought more gold to stash in reserve. A widening Middle East war could add to the urgency.
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New York Times World News
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Why Countries Are Stocking Up on Gold
As risk has escalated, central banks have bought more gold to stash in reserve. A widening Middle East war could add to the urgency.
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Where in the World Is All That Gold Stored?
As central banks buy more gold, where to put all that heavy metal is an increasingly important question. Reserves must be secure and ready to trade in a crisis.
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Where in the World Is All That Gold Stored?
1 May 2026 at 06:33
As central banks buy more gold, where to put all that heavy metal is an increasingly important question. Reserves must be secure and ready to trade in a crisis.
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Violence Erupts in Australian Town After Arrest of Suspect in Girl’s Killing
Police in Alice Springs fired rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse an angry crowd demanding justice.
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Violence Erupts in Australian Town After Arrest of Suspect in Girl’s Killing
1 May 2026 at 06:28
Police in Alice Springs fired rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse an angry crowd demanding justice.
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How Indigenous Acknowledgments Became a Target in Australia
Recognition of Aboriginal Australians has become standard at most public events. Increasingly, the right is taking aim at the practice.
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How Indigenous Acknowledgments Became a Target in Australia
1 May 2026 at 05:47
Recognition of Aboriginal Australians has become standard at most public events. Increasingly, the right is taking aim at the practice.
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What to Know About ‘Welcome to Country’ Ceremony Used by Indigenous Australians
The tradition, dating back thousands of years, is used by Indigenous Australians to greet visitors to their ancestral lands.
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What to Know About ‘Welcome to Country’ Ceremony Used by Indigenous Australians
1 May 2026 at 05:33
The tradition, dating back thousands of years, is used by Indigenous Australians to greet visitors to their ancestral lands.
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NPR
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The Venice Biennale jury resigns amid tensions over awards ban, Russian participation
The international jury of the Venice Biennale resigned Thursday amid tensions over Russia's participation and the panel's decision to bar prizes for countries accused of crimes against humanity.(Image credit: Antonio Calanni)
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The Venice Biennale jury resigns amid tensions over awards ban, Russian participation
1 May 2026 at 05:19
The international jury of the Venice Biennale resigned Thursday amid tensions over Russia's participation and the panel's decision to bar prizes for countries accused of crimes against humanity.
(Image credit: Antonio Calanni)
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Zelenskyy says he's seeking details of Putin's May 9 ceasefire proposal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking details of a short-term ceasefire Russia proposed to U.S. President Donald Trump.(Image credit: Petros Karadjias)
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Zelenskyy says he's seeking details of Putin's May 9 ceasefire proposal
1 May 2026 at 05:04
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking details of a short-term ceasefire Russia proposed to U.S. President Donald Trump.
(Image credit: Petros Karadjias)
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ABC World
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A citizen campaign returns iconic kiwi birds to New Zealand's capital after a century-long absence
New Zealanders are working to bring the kiwi back to the hills around Wellington
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A citizen campaign returns iconic kiwi birds to New Zealand's capital after a century-long absence
1 May 2026 at 04:26
New Zealanders are working to bring the kiwi back to the hills around Wellington
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NBC News Top Stories
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'Chonkers' the sea lion going viral in San Francisco
'Chonkers' the sea lion going viral in San Francisco
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'Chonkers' the sea lion going viral in San Francisco
1 May 2026 at 04:16
'Chonkers' the sea lion going viral in San Francisco
'Chonkers' the sea lion going viral in San Francisco
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In Bulgaria, a New Government Challenges an Old Puppet Master
Delyan Peevski was a focus of protests that led to elections in April. A new government now promises to challenge his hold on power.
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In Bulgaria, a New Government Challenges an Old Puppet Master
1 May 2026 at 04:01
Delyan Peevski was a focus of protests that led to elections in April. A new government now promises to challenge his hold on power.
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Lithuania Says It Broke Up Russian Sabotage and Murder Plots
The arrests of nine people are reminders of the threat Russia poses in Europe at a time when Washington has shifted focus to the Middle East.
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Lithuania Says It Broke Up Russian Sabotage and Murder Plots
1 May 2026 at 04:01
The arrests of nine people are reminders of the threat Russia poses in Europe at a time when Washington has shifted focus to the Middle East.
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Oil Companies’ Huge Profits Revive Calls for Temporary Windfall Taxes
European nations imposed temporary taxes in the 2022 energy shock when Russia invaded Ukraine, but whether they can effectively help households is up for debate.
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Oil Companies’ Huge Profits Revive Calls for Temporary Windfall Taxes
1 May 2026 at 04:00
European nations imposed temporary taxes in the 2022 energy shock when Russia invaded Ukraine, but whether they can effectively help households is up for debate.
