Day: January 20, 2026
News24 | Gold hits a record yet again as Greenland fears mount
Asian markets extended losses on Tuesday, while precious metals hit fresh peaks on fears of a US-EU trade war fuelled by Donald Trump’s tariff threat over opposition to his grab for Greenland.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Treasury Secretary Bessent brushes off ‘hysteria’ about US-EU trade war
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed confidence on Tuesday that the United States and European countries will find a solution over the US administration’s aim to take over Greenland, brushing off “hysteria” about a possible trade war.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Denmark sends more troops to Greenland amid Trump threat to not ‘think purely of peace’
Denmark has sent additional troops to Greenland amid US President Donald Trump’s threats to take control of the self-governing Danish territory.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Cape Town cop, six people killed in three shootings in just one day
Seven people, including a police officer, have died in shootings in Cape Town in 24 hours.
Continue ReadingNews24 | New solar storm means South Africa’s aurora chasers may strike it lucky
The Southern Lights may be visible from South Africa this evening with the right equipment, as a solar storm is expected to hit Earth. This is by no means guaranteed, though.
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