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In 1897, gold discoveries helped establish Ballarat near Death Valley, and its population reached 400 by 1898; today, adobe ruins remain after the mining boom faded

Ballarat, founded in 1897 in the notorious Death Valley of California, flourished as a mining hub following the gold rush in the nearby Panamint Mountains. Once boasting a vibrant community of around 400, it was home to saloons, hotels, and essential services for miners. Sadly, as key mines closed, the…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Gold rate today (October 17, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq

Gold rate today: On October 17, 2026, a rise in gold prices marked a significant shift for leading jewellery retailers, including Tanishq and Malabar Gold.

The Economic Times · Oct 17

'Hanging on for dear life': Matt strikes Gold again

The Coolangatta Gold produced two tight finishes as Matt Bevilacqua won for the first time since 2019 and Electra Outram defended her crown.

AAP · Oct 17

Qianlong vase found in Cornish property brochure sells at Sotheby’s for £304,800

A large imperial porcelain vase, standing thirty-seven centimetres tall and made for the Qianlong emperor, passed down through a single English family before arriving at Sotheby's. Estimated at between £100,000 and £200,000, it sold in November 2025 for £304,800, comfortably above the top end of the estimate. Its story combines…

The Times of India · Oct 17

How to Use Aged Manure Without Burning Plant Roots

A free load of manure from a nearby farm might seem like gardening gold, especially when you’re trying to improve your soil without spending a fortune on fertilizer. But spread the wrong manure around your vegetables or flowers, and that inexpensive soil amendment could do more harm than good.

Frugal Gardening · Oct 16

Dollar Weakens on Reduced Fed Rate Hike Chances This Month

The dollar index (DXY00 ) tumbled to a 2-week low on Friday and finished down by -0.19%. The dollar came under pressure Friday after Fed Chair Powell refrained from providing guidance on monetary policy or the economy during a speech at the annual IMF meeting in Bangkok. Mr. Powell’s lack...

Barchart · Oct 16

Funeral firm employee stole ring from dead priest’s hand and sold it to fund drug habit

Nicholas Mather, 34, prised the 18-carat gold priesthood ring from the finger of the late Father Peter Crowther

The Independent UK · Oct 16

Karur Vysya Bank targets 18-20% credit growth in FY27, corporate lending capped at 20%

Karur Vysya Bank (KVB) aims for 18-20 percent growth in total advances for the fiscal year 2027. The bank focuses on retail, agriculture, and MSME lending, which constitutes 86 percent of its advances. Though corporate lending will be increased, high-value loans will be capped at 20 percent going forward. Gold…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Dollar Pressured as Fed Chair Powell Refrains from Forward Guidance

The dollar index (DXY00 ) tumbled to a 2-week low today and is down by -0.34%. The dollar came under pressure today after Fed Chair Powell refrained from providing guidance on monetary policy or the economy during a speech at the annual IMF meeting in Bangkok. Mr. Powell’s lack of...

Barchart · Oct 16

Gold price, silver rate suffer weekly losses. Check latest gold rate predictions

Gold rate, silver price were up on Friday but both precious metals were jolted by weekly losses.

The Economic Times · Oct 16