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EU Considers Ban on New Russian Fossil Fuel Contracts

European Commission officials are working on potential rules that could block EU companies from entering new contracts for Russian fossil fuels, a senior EU official told Reuters. The proposal forms part of broader efforts to decrease reliance on Russian energy sources, alongside developing legal frameworks allowing companies to terminate existing gas supply agreements without financial […]

DeSantis Caught Redirecting Medicaid Money to First Lady’s Foundation, Records Show

The $10 million that Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration directed to Hope Florida Foundation last year came from Medicaid funds owed to taxpayers, contradicting public statements by the governor and state officials, documents obtained by the Miami Herald/Times show. Three years ago, Florida reached a settlement with Centene, the state’s largest Medicaid contractor, after it was […]

Campbell Takes Aim at Carney, Calls for ‘Clear-Eyed’ Review of Liberal Decade

Former British Columbia Premier Gordon Campbell is calling on Canadians to engage in a “clear-eyed review” of the past decade of Liberal governance as the country approaches a federal election. Campbell, who led BC’s Liberal party from 2001 to 2011, argues that Canadians have endured what he describes as “a storm of incompetence from a […]

The $40 Billion Gold COMEX Delivery ‘Error’ That Wasn’t An Error | Peter Krauth

In this timely interview, Peter Krauth from SilverStockInvestor.com provides a comprehensive analysis of the current precious metals landscape amid increasing financial market volatility. Krauth offers deep insights into the economic uncertainty surrounding gold and silver markets, exploring their potential as safe-haven investments. Drawing from his expertise, Krauth examines the recent mysterious COMEX recordings and provides […]

Users’ Reach on X Dropped After Criticizing Musk, NYT Reports

Three far-right commentators on X experienced significant drops in audience reach after criticizing platform owner Elon Musk, the New York Times reported on Wednesday, citing data analysis of the accounts. The users — Anastasia Maria Loupis, Laura Loomer, and Owen Shroyer — saw their visibility plummet after they criticized Musk in December over his support […]

Argentex Seeks Emergency Funding as Trump Tariffs Trigger Liquidity Crisis

Currency management firm Argentex Group Plc (LON: AGFX) is seeking an emergency loan or potential sale after experiencing a severe liquidity crisis triggered by margin calls following US President Donald Trump’s recent tariff announcements. The London-listed company, which had a market value of £52 million ($69 million) before trading in its shares was suspended on […]

Trump Mulls Automotive Sector Relief from Certain Tariffs

The White House has signaled that President Donald Trump is open to providing the automotive sector with relief from specific tariffs, following weeks of industry pressure. Multiple administration officials confirmed to CNBC on Wednesday that exemptions are under consideration that would shield car manufacturers from portions of Trump’s broader trade measures. The potential relief would […]

Bessent Backpedals on China Tariff Cuts as Trump Strategy Falters

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has once again tempered expectations on the future of US-China trade relations, signaling no imminent tariff relief from the Trump administration despite growing economic fallout and earlier hints of softening. “There will be no unilateral reduction in tariffs against China,” Bessent declared during remarks to reporters in Washington, aligning with White […]

First Quantum Q1 2025 Net Cash Flow Drops By $440M As Net Loss Hits $23M

First Quantum Minerals (TSX: FM) posted its Q1 2025 financials with topline revenue dropping down to $1.19 billion, down 5% from $1.26 billion in Q4 2024. Gross profit declined to $331 million, falling by $74 million. The company also reported a net loss of $23 million in Q1 2025, a steep reversal from the $99 […]

Newmont Sees Q1 2025 Net Income Surge Tenfold, Thanks To Soaring Gold Prices

Newmont (TSX: NGT) has reported its financials for the first quarter of 2025, with total revenue reaching $5.01 billion, a 25% increase from $4.02 billion in Q1 2024, and a slight decline from $5.65 billion in the prior quarter. The increase was almost entirely price-driven, as gold’s average realized price soared to $2,944 per ounce, […]