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The autonomous Danish territory states that NATO is responsible for the island’s defense and that it will not accept occupation by the United States.Published January 12, 2026January 12, 2026Click here to share on social mediaShare 2shareGreenland’s government firmly rejects US President Donald Trump’s threats and says it will not accept a US takeover “under any circumstances”.The Dominion of Denmark also emphasized its membership in NATO in a statement on Monday, saying the defense of its territory rests with the transatlantic alliance.Recommended stories list of 3 itemsend of list”The United States has reiterated its desire to take over Greenland, something that…

1kg gold bars stacked at the Perth Mint operated by Gold Co.Matt Jelonek | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesGold hit a new all-time high on Monday, extending its torrid rally as investors flocked to haven amid the geopolitical and policy shocks of recent days.Spot gold prices rose 2% to exceed $4,600 an ounce for the first time, before paring some gains, according to LSEG data. So far this year alone, prices have increased about 6%.Morningstar equity analyst John Mills said the investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and speculation that it could hasten a change in Fed leadership has added…

Dina Powell McCormick, Vice Chair of BDT and MSD Partners, spoke at the Qatar Economic Forum (QEF) in Doha, Qatar, on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.Christopher Pike Bloomberg | Getty Imagesmeta The company announced Monday that it has appointed Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chair.Powell McCormick joined Meta’s board in April but resigned in December, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Mr. Mehta said Mr. Powell McCormick will serve as a member of the company’s executive team, guiding strategy and execution. “Dina’s experience at the highest levels of global finance, combined with her deep…

U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) walks after the Senate passed President Donald Trump’s sweeping spending and tax bill at the Capitol on July 1, 2025 in Washington, DC. Elizabeth Franz | ReutersAs the Trump administration’s Justice Department moves forward with a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, Republican protests have become louder on Capitol Hill. Powell announced Sunday night that the Justice Department has opened an investigation into his handling of renovations to the central bank’s headquarters and his testimony to Congress about the matter. Powell said the investigation is an attempt to intimidate President Donald Trump, who…

The presence of Venezuela’s opposition forces has been largely frozen out of U.S. discussions over the country’s future.Published January 12, 2026January 12, 2026Click here to share on social mediaShare 2sharePresident Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Colina Machado on Thursday, according to White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt.Since the United States abducted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro earlier this month, the Venezuelan opposition figure has played little role in discussions about the country’s future, and President Trump has expressed doubts that she has the support needed to rule Venezuela. Machado said last week that he had…

When we talk about the Buffalo Bills, we run the risk of feeling a sense of déjà vu. But it’s the same story over and over again, and it’s the same defined X-factor that dictates the Super Bowl narrative. Discourse has historically portrayed football as the ultimate team game, where the mantra of “everyone is needed” prevails, and no individual determines the fate of a championship. But if the Bills win, and if they are denied a championship, it will be because of Josh Allen. No team in the playoffs has been so dependent on one player, and no player…

It’s official. Apple has chosen to work with long-time partner Google to power AI capabilities such as Siri. “After careful evaluation, we determined that Google’s technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models, and we are excited about the innovative new experiences this will unlock for our users,” Apple and Google said in a statement. The partnership confirms previous reports about a deal with Google. Neither Apple nor Google have confirmed the price, but previous reports suggest Apple could be paying Google around $1 billion for access to its AI technology. The deal also comes after Apple spent…

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on January 6, 2026 in New York City, USA. Brendan McDiarmid | ReutersBenchmark 10-year Treasury yields were relatively flat on Monday, as investor concerns over the independence of the Federal Reserve increased volatility in stock markets and after a 10-year bond auction.The 10-year US Treasury yield was unchanged at 4.171%. The yield on the 30-year Treasury note rose less than 1 basis point to 4.821%.One basis point equals 0.01%, and yields and prices move in opposite directions.On Sunday night, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell announced that the Justice Department is…

As the US government ramps up exploration of the Arctic island, tech investors are weighing up how a US occupation of Greenland would affect the viability of mining vital rare earth minerals there, CNBC reported.Greenland has found itself at the center of a geopolitical battle over the past week, with the United States threatening to annex the autonomous Danish territory over national security concerns. Commercial opportunities are also in the spotlight.In the past week Critical Metals CorporationTony Sage, CEO of the company developing a mining project on the Arctic island, told CNBC in response to a question from a tech…

Tyson Fury has been offered a return fight against American heavyweight contender Brandon Moore.Fury has been posting daily on social media about his preparations since announcing his intention to resume his boxing career this year. Fury’s return date and venue have yet to be confirmed, but Moore’s promoter Dmitry Sarita has mentioned Moore as a possible opponent, and Sarita has expressed interest in negotiating a fight. “Brandon Moore is the current USBA heavyweight champion and is coming off a three-fight winning streak against previously undefeated fighters,” Sarita told Sky Sports. Use Chrome Browser for a more accessible video player Fury…