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A silver lining for investors rushing into precious metals
Precious metal prices have been pushing record highs and, as queues lengthened outside bullion traders, gold and silver prices suddenly fell back. But positive signs remain, analysts say. Source link
Pharma companies accused of trying to 'undermine' Australian ad laws
The pharmaceutical giants behind Wegovy and Mounjaro have recently launched advertisements directing people towards their doctor for weight loss. Some experts warn this type of advertising may affect public health messaging. Source link
How China's heavy-handed rare earths threat backfired
America dominates the global financial system. The Middle East controls energy. And China, during the past 40 years, has created a vice-like grip on the mining, refining and production of global metals. Source link
Some Samsung phones unable to make triple-0 calls
Some Samsung mobile phone users may be unable to call triple-0 in an emergency after Telstra announced testing had revealed more than 70 models were not connecting correctly. Source link
Controversial rare earth mine in Victorian town fast-tracked by government deal
The federal government grants major project status to a joint US and Hong Kong mine in regional Victoria. Source link
ASX falls from record high as gold and silver prices plunge — as it happened
The Australian share market falls after the spot price of gold and silver experienced their worst single day in years, all while solid corporate earnings on Wall Street drove the Dow Jones index to its highest level ever. Source link
Gas giant Inpex under investigation after admitting to emissions error
The NT government has opened an investigation into oil and gas giant Inpex after the company admitted it has been under-reporting potentially toxic emissions from its flagship Ichthys LNG plant on Darwin Harbour. Source link
Building a house in Australia is slower than it was a decade ago
Industry experts warn – despite improvements – Australia will fail to meet its housing targets if skills shortages and regulatory barriers are not addressed. Source link
Critical minerals deal tipped to unlock Australia's 'next chapter of prosperity'
Australian critical minerals companies could expect more international and domestic investment in producing and processing following the deal, experts say, however, more investment is needed in refineries and magnet production. Source link
Rex Airlines finds US buyer after voluntary administration
Regional Express Airlines has found a buyer after the company went into voluntary administration last July. Source link