NHB classifies Star Housing Finance account as fraud after audits flag phantom loans

Leeds residents can expect sunny intervals today, August twenty-fifth, with mild temperatures. Tomorrow, August twenty-sixth, will bring cloudy skies and warmer conditions to the city. Heavy rain is forecast for August twenty-seventh, marking a shift in weather patterns. Light showers will continue through August twenty-eighth and thirtieth, with temperatures remaining mild.

Archaeologists found an unusual ritual well at ancient Etruscan city Kainua in Italy. Two bronze statuettes and a rare bronze plate were discovered at the well’s bottom. These objects were votive offerings placed during a foundation ritual centuries ago. Two adult human skeletons were also found, marking the structure’s ritual closing. The findings offer new…

Gold prices have surged sharply in August, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar, expectations of monetary easing, geopolitical tensions, and sustained central-bank purchases. Strong Chinese demand and India’s upcoming festive and wedding season add further support. Despite potential short-term corrections, structural factors including reserve diversification, inflation concerns, and de-dollarisation keep gold’s long-term outlook bullish.