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WORLDGold slumps to 6-month low even as inflation fears rise. Here's why bullion is out of favorThe yellow metal is at its lowest level of the year as potential interest rate increases and faltering technical signals weigh on prices.CNBC·3w ago
WORLDOil tanker CEO sees Hormuz ship traffic quickly increasing if U.S. and Iran reach a dealMany shipowners are just waiting for the threat assessment to be downgraded before crossing Hormuz, Frontline CEO Lars Barstad said.CNBC·3w ago
WORLDBlink’s six-piece outdoor camera kit is a great deal under $200You can save on a big set of outdoor security cameras ahead of Prime Day. Amazon has a five-pack of Blink cameras with a video doorbell included that’s marked down to $166.99. The bundle includes a Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+, five Blink Outdoor 2K+ cameras, and a Blink Sync Module Core. The doorbellThe Verge·3w ago
WORLDRoborock’s Q10 S5 Plus robovac is over half off, matching its best price to dateEven at full price, the Roborock Q10 S5 Plus offers impressive value, boasting features typically reserved for pricier robovac models at a fraction of the price. That’s especially true today. It’s down to just $269.99 ($280 off) at Wellbots when you apply promo code NEW10, which matches its alThe Verge·3w ago
WORLDWhite House response to hantavirus and Ebola contrasts with COVID criticismsThe administration imposed mandatory quarantine orders on two passengers from the cruise ship hit by hantavirus and is blocking Americans who catch Ebola from returning home for treatment.NPR·3w ago
