US Role in Venezuela's 'Bust' Oil Industry Explained
Analysis of Trump's plan for US oil majors to invest billions in Venezuela's crippled industry. Can it work, and what does it mean for China and global markets?
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Trump's Plan for Venezuela's Vast Oil Reserves Explained
Donald Trump vows the US will 'run' Venezuela to tap its oil, the world's largest reserves. We analyse the strategic and economic drivers behind this high-stakes move. Read the full story.
Trump's Plan for Venezuela's Vast Oil Reserves
Donald Trump vows the US will 'run' Venezuela and tap its vast oil reserves. We explain the strategic importance of its 303 billion barrels and the huge challenges ahead.
Grandson jailed for stealing from grandparents, forcing them to food banks
Ashley Partington, 33, stole his elderly grandparents' pension money, leaving them destitute. He was jailed for 30 months. Read the full shocking story.
Ancient Egypt's Ramses II Exhibition Comes to Battersea
A landmark exhibition, Ramses and the Pharaohs’ Gold, opens at Battersea Power Station in February 2026. See 180 priceless artefacts, many never before in the UK. Book tickets now.
Gold Up 70%, AI Bubble Risk: Australia's 2026 Economic Watch
Gold prices surge 70% as sticky inflation and an AI bubble threaten Australia's economy in 2026. Discover the key trends and risks for investors.
£30m German Bank Heist: Ocean's Eleven-Style Raid
Thieves executed a spectacular bank heist in Germany, drilling into a vault and stealing £30 million in gold and valuables. Discover the details of the raid and the aftermath for thousands of customers.
UK Bank Opening Hours for New Year's Eve and Day
Plan your last-minute banking. Most UK high street banks will close early on New Year's Eve and remain shut on the New Year's Day bank holiday. Check your branch times here.
Soaring UK food prices make even basic staples unaffordable
A personal account of how UK food inflation is pricing families out of basics like lentils and rice. With food bank use soaring, we examine the crisis and demand government action.
Motor Finance Scandal: FCA's £11bn Scheme Faces Backlash
The FCA's motor finance redress scheme faces fierce criticism from both banks and consumer groups. With £11bn at stake and a potential legal battle looming, find out what happens next in 2026.
Affordale Fury shocks Cheltenham winners in Savills Chase
Noel Meade's 150-1 outsider Affordale Fury, ridden by Sam Ewing, defeats Cheltenham Gold Cup champions Galopin Des Champs and I Am Maximus in a dramatic Savills Chase at Leopardstown. Read the full story.
Haiti Couleurs wins Welsh Grand National for Curtis and Bowen
Haiti Couleurs, trained by Rebecca Curtis and ridden by Sean Bowen, carried a huge weight to victory in the Welsh Grand National at Chepstow. The win sparks Cheltenham Gold Cup and Grand National treble talk.
Illegal Amazon roads fuel Colombia's crime networks
Armed groups have built a vast illegal road network in Colombia's Amazon, driving deforestation for cocaine, gold, and meat. Explore the environmental and security crisis.
Anthropologie initial necklace now £20 in Boxing Day sale
Anthropologie's popular gold-plated initial necklace is half price at £20. The 'bubble font' design is selling fast, with shoppers praising its modern style. Get the deal while stock lasts.
Farage criticised for £400k gold pension promotion job
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces criticism over his £400,000-a-year role promoting physical gold for pensions. Experts warn the investment is 'niche' and not for most people.
Precious Metals Soar to Record Highs in Christmas Rally
Gold, silver, and platinum prices surge to unprecedented levels in a pre-Christmas 'Santa Rally', while BP announces a major stake sale in Castrol India. Get the latest market insights.
Banking Giants Vie for £2.5bn Evelyn Partners
Barclays and NatWest are in a £2.5bn takeover battle for Evelyn Partners, a wealth manager with £64.6bn in assets. Discover the high-stakes auction details.
Gold surges to new high amid Venezuela tensions
Gold prices soar past $4,400 an ounce as Trump escalates threats against Venezuela and Fed rate cuts loom. Discover the drivers behind the record-breaking rally.
FCA Scraps £100 Contactless Cap, Banks Set Own Limits
The UK's financial watchdog will let banks set their own contactless payment limits from March 2025, scrapping the £100 cap. Find out how this could boost high street spending.
Canned Peaches Taste Test: Only One Brand Wins
A blind taste test of 14 supermarket canned peaches reveals most lack flavour, with only one budget brand deemed worthy of a pavlova. Discover the surprising winner and results.
David Jason confirms Only Fools and Horses reunion for 2026
Sir David Jason leads a cast reunion for a new docuseries, 'The Lost Archive', featuring unseen footage to air on U&GOLD in 2026. A must-watch for fans.
Child damages £240k gold crown at Beijing museum
A young boy knocks over a £240,765 gold wedding crown at a Beijing museum. Experts estimate £42,420 in damage as liability questions arise. Read the latest.
David Jason reunites Only Fools cast for 2026 archive series
Sir David Jason reunites with the Only Fools And Horses cast for a new 2026 documentary series featuring 66 never-broadcast scenes. Discover the lost archive on U&GOLD.
Banks exploit £2bn tax loophole in car finance scandal
UK banks and lenders set to avoid £2bn in corporation tax on compensation for the motor finance scandal. Ministers urged to close the loophole. Read the full story.
Michelin-star food delivered by Uber Eats: A £40 review
We review the £40 'Best of British' Michelin-star menu by Tommy Banks, delivered via Uber Eats in London. Was it a luxury treat or expensive takeaway?
Stride Calls for Bonfire of City Regulation to Boost Banks
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride warns UK financial sector risks drifting without radical deregulation. Calls for a 'bonfire of rules' to turbocharge City banks after Autumn Budget reprieve.
Roman's £60 Gold Sequin Dress Now £45 for Christmas
The perfect sparkly dress for Christmas parties is on sale. Roman's Gold Dusk Sequin Cowl Neck Stretch Dress is now £45, down from £60. Shop the festive essential.
Huge Australian Dust Storm Envelops Remote Gold Mine
Workers at a remote Northern Territory gold mine describe being caught in a massive, two-day dust storm. Experts warn climate change may increase frequency, posing health and environmental risks. Read the full report.
Tommy Banks' £40 Michelin-star British menu on Uber Eats
Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks launches a 'Best of British' menu on Uber Eats for just £40, reviving forgotten classics to challenge bland food stereotypes. Available in London, Manchester & Liverpool.
Pilot used cocaine before fatal Sea World helicopter crash
An inquest hears the pilot of a Sea World helicopter was seen using cocaine the night before a crash that killed four. Read the shocking details of the investigation.
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