Venezuela's £1.4bn Gold Held in London Vaults
The Bank of England holds £1.4bn of Venezuelan gold, frozen since 2018. The US seizure of Nicolás Maduro reignites the legal battle over who controls the reserves. Read the full story.
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Venezuelans in London on Maduro Capture and US Invasion
Venezuelans living in London share their mixed reactions of relief and uncertainty following the US military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro. Read their personal stories and hopes for Venezuela's future.
FTSE 100 Breaks 10,000 on Geopolitical Tensions
The FTSE 100 closed above 10,000 for the first time, driven by soaring defence stocks and gold prices after US action in Venezuela. Follow live market updates.
Protests erupt in NYC as Maduro faces US court charges
Dozens protested in New York as Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty to US charges. Demonstrators clashed over his capture, highlighting deep divisions within the Venezuelan diaspora.
Markets surge after Trump's Venezuela intervention
Gold hits record high and US oil shares soar following the capture of Venezuela's president. Analysts cite a flight to safety amid geopolitical uncertainty. Read the full market analysis.
US monitors tanker off Ireland in Venezuela oil blockade
A US military aircraft is tracking a sanctioned oil tanker 250 miles off Ireland, part of a major naval quarantine on Venezuelan oil. At least a dozen other vessels are attempting to evade the blockade. Read the latest developments.
Safe Haven Metals Surge After US Intervention in Venezuela
Gold, silver, and copper prices jumped as investors reacted to geopolitical uncertainty following the capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. Oil markets show muted initial response. Read the full analysis.
Safe Haven Metals Spike on Trump Venezuela Move
Gold, silver, and copper prices surged as markets reacted to the US capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. Discover the market impact and why oil's reaction was muted.
FTSE 100 Rallies as Maduro Arrest Shakes Markets
London's FTSE 100 surged towards 10,000 points as defence and gold mining stocks soared following the US capture of Venezuela's President. Discover the market fallout and global implications.
Markets React to Venezuela Shock: Gold Up 2%
Gold jumps above $4,420 as Trump's Venezuela action sparks safe-haven rush. Defence stocks in Asia soar. Full market analysis and today's agenda.
Venezuela's Interim Leader Delcy Rodríguez Walks a Political Tightrope
Delcy Rodríguez assumes Venezuela's interim leadership after Maduro's abduction. Can she balance US demands with a defiant regime? Analysis of her precarious position.
Venezuelans in Florida react to Maduro's capture
Venezuelan community in Doral, Florida, erupts in joy after Nicolás Maduro's capture, but Trump's plan for US control of Venezuela sparks wariness and deportation fears. Read the full analysis.
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.
Venezuelans in UK on Maduro's US Capture: Relief and Unease
Britain's 21,000-strong Venezuelan-born community expresses complex emotions after US forces seized President Nicolás Maduro. Read their stories of hope, fear, and concern for Venezuela's future.
The fall of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro
Analysis of Nicolas Maduro's disastrous rule in Venezuela, marked by economic collapse, mass exodus, and brutal repression, culminating in his dramatic fall from power.
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.
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.
Venezuelans Detail Torture After US Deportation to Salvadoran Prison
Exclusive: 252 Venezuelan men, wrongly labelled as gang members by the Trump administration, endured systemic torture in El Salvador's Cecot prison. Now free, they struggle to rebuild shattered lives.
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.
Venezuela frees 20 political prisoners ahead of election
Venezuela's government has released 20 political prisoners, including prominent activists, in a significant move ahead of the 2025 presidential election. Read the full story on this major diplomatic development.
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.
US Orders 'Quarantine' of Venezuelan Oil Shipments
The White House directs the US military to enforce a two-month oil 'quarantine' on Venezuela, escalating economic pressure on President Maduro. Read the latest on this strategic shift.
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.
Trump's 'Resource Imperialism' on Venezuela Oil, Experts Warn
Experts condemn Donald Trump's push to seize Venezuelan oil as part of a broader 'resource imperialism' doctrine, drawing stark parallels with the Iraq war. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
Trump's Venezuela Post Reveals Three Key Aims
Donald Trump's latest social media post lays bare US ambitions in Venezuela: regime change, oil control, and stopping drug trade. Analysis of the escalating crisis.
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