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ASX 200 Top Gainers: Telix Pharma Jumps 3.23% on FDA

ASX 200 Closes Up 0.49% As Miners Hit Record Highs While Banks And Insurers Drag Lower Amid Earnings Season

The ASX 200 rose 0.49% on Monday, driven by record highs in mining stocks, while banks and insurers weighed on the index. Ampol's earnings report highlighted global supply disruptions.

ASX 200 Edges Higher As Blockbuster Healthcare Earnings From CSL And BHP Offset Broader Market Weakness

Alibaba Shares Plunge 10% After Company Launches Record $10.2 Billion Hong Kong Placement For AI Push
Alibaba's record HK$80 billion share placement aims to fund AI expansion, despite a 75% profit drop. The move highlights the company's strategic focus on AI infrastructure amid global competition.
Suspect In Oregon Quintuple Murder Found Dead In Washington A Day After Bodies Discovered On Rural Property
Benjamin Charles Parker, suspect in the killing of five people in Oregon, was found dead in Washington. Authorities believe he died by suicide, and the investigation remains active.
Former Illinois Deputy Sean Grayson, Convicted Of Killing Sonya Massey, Dies In Prison At 32
Sean Grayson, a former Illinois deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey, died in prison. His case highlighted police accountability issues, leading to the Sonya Massey Act and a DOJ civil rights agreement.
Paladin Energy Shares Surge Over 10% After JORC Re-Reporting Of Patterson Lake South Uranium Resources
Paladin Energy's shares rose over 10% following updated resource estimates for its Patterson Lake South project and strong operational results at its Langer Heinrich Mine, amid a robust uranium market.

Iran Currency Hits Record Low Of Over 2 Million To Dollar As US Plans Economic D-Day Offensive

Iran's currency, the rial, has hit a record low against the U.S. dollar as the Trump administration prepares to expand economic sanctions, intensifying the ongoing conflict and economic strain.

Will Bitcoin Reach $100,000 Again In 2026? Analysts Remain Divided As Price Surges Toward $78,000 This Month

Bitcoin's 2026 price predictions vary widely, with some analysts forecasting a rise to $100,000, while others anticipate further declines. The cryptocurrency's volatility remains a central theme in these discussions.

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Disney Will Cut Spousal Healthcare Benefits In 2027 For 200,000-Plus Employees Amid Record Profits
Disney will end health insurance for employees' spouses with access to other coverage in 2027, citing rising costs, despite record profits. The change affects over 200,000 employees.
Tesla Recalls Nearly 3 Million Cars In China Over Hidden Door Handles Linked To Multiple Deaths Amid New Ban
Will Bitcoin Keep Rising Over The Next 3 Months? Analysts Remain Split On Path Through Year-End This Fall

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Australia's 2026 Workplace Law Changes: What Employees And Employers Need To Know Before It Costs You
Australia's 2026 workplace law changes include increased minimum wages, the right to disconnect, and new pathways for casual workers. Employers and employees must adapt to ensure compliance and understand their rights.
US Economy Unexpectedly Sheds 23,000 Jobs In July As Unemployment Rate Dips To 4.1%, Fed Bets Shift
The US economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July, altering market expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate decisions, despite a slight drop in the unemployment rate to 4.1%.

(VIDEO) IPhone Ultra Foldable Rumored To Launch Sept. 18 At $2,000+ With Near-Invisible Crease Design Leaks

Apple's foldable iPhone Ultra, expected to launch in September, promises a near-invisible crease and advanced hinge technology, potentially setting a new standard in foldable smartphone design.

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Is Dubai International Airport Open Today? DXB Flights Continue Amid Renewed Iran Tensions and Delays

Dubai International Airport remains open despite the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict, with major carriers maintaining schedules. Travellers are advised to confirm flight times due to potential delays.