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Origin Energy is in exclusive negotiations to import liquefied natural gas through a proposed $300 million-plus terminal in South Australia for at least 10 years, a deal that – if completed – would be a big boost for the Venice Energy project in Port Adelaide.

Billionaire Singapore developer Philip Ng has emerged as a last-minute impediment to TPG Capital’s $1.8 billion purchase of InvoCare, and has voted against the sale of the ASX-listed funeral provider to the private equity firm.

The first time Rich Gelfond visited Sydney, it was in 1996 for the opening of the IMAX cinema in Darling Harbour.

Welcome to the weekend. To start off your day, we’ve curated 10 great reads to enjoy.

By Valentine Hilaire

Investing.com — Gold bulls recaptured the $2,000 an ounce territory that had eluded them the past two months as investors sought shelter in safe havens amid increasing worry that Israel would indeed push through with a full ground invasion of Gaza to flush out Hamas militants from the Palestinian land.

Jujutsu Kaisen, after its intriguing events in Chapter 240, has kept its readers on their toes, eagerly anticipating what comes next. With the recent turn of events, fans are keen to know about the release of Chapter 241.

Bill Gates did not provide any insights into the stock market, real estate, or other traditional financial avenues. However, Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world’s richest individuals, has a rather unconventional perspective on the best kind of investment in the 21st century. In one of the Reddit “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) events, Bill Gates fielded various questions from users, covering a wide array of topics, including his investment strategies and personal financial advice. One question that stood out was, “What is your best personal financial advice for people earning less than $100,000 a year?” Gates’ answer was both simple and profound: “Invest in your education.” This response sheds light on Gates' unwavering belief in the power of education as a cornerstone of personal and financial success. The billionaire has emphasized the pivotal role education plays in one's journey to prosperity on numerous occasions. He also frequently recommends books on complex subjects, underscoring the importance of continuous learning and self-improvement.

Bitcoin (BTC) is pulling back on Friday amid profit-taking in wake of its recent US spot Bitcoin ETF approval optimism powered pump this week, with the world’s largest cryptocurrency last trading just above the $33,500 mark.

Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday Russian forces have lost at least a brigade worth of troops trying to advance on Ukraine's eastern town of Avdiivka. Russia renewed a push to encircle the embattled town in mid-October, trying to overwhelm Ukrainian positions with constant barrages of artillery and waves of troops and fighting vehicles, according to local and military authorities in Ukraine. «The invaders made several attempts to surround Avdiivka, but each time our soldiers stopped them and threw them back, causing painful losses. In these cases, the enemy lost at least a brigade,» Zelenskiy told British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in a phone call, the president's office said in a statement. Reuters could not independently verify the assertion and there was no immediate comment from Russia. Brigades vary in size and can number between 1,500 and 8,000 troops.

Investing.com — Oil ended one of its most volatile weeks for the year with a 3% loss as traders raced from one headline to another on the Middle East conflict that brought warring parties Israel and Hamas no closer to a solution despite intense mediation by the United States and other global powers.

Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei Technologies has reported its profit inched higher in the first three quarters of this year despite persisting U.S. sanctions that have hindered both its sales and its purchases of advanced technology

The sudden death of China’s former No. 2 leader Li Keqiang has shocked many people in the country

About two in three Americans say their household expenses have risen over the last year, but only about one in four say their income has increased in the same period

A sale of federal Gulf of Mexico oil and gas leases that had been scheduled for Nov. 8 is being delayed pending court arguments that focus on protections for an endangered whale species

An inflation gauge that is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve showed price increases remained elevated in September amid brisk consumer spending and strong economic growth

The United States on Friday expanded its effort to cut off funding for Hamas, announcing a second round of sanctions against people and organizations linked to the group since it launched an attack on Israel that killed more than 1,400 people

One of the many impacts of Hollywood's lengthy actors strike has been that most performers haven't been able to promote their work

₹17.95 trillion in investor wealth. Analysts, however, refrained from calling this a recovery, labelling it as a “dead cat bounce" whose life is uncertain, given escalating geopolitical tensions and rising bond yields in the US. The rise coincided with foreign brokerage JP Morgan’s upgrade of India from neutral to overweight, days after Morgan Stanley put India on top of its overweight stance.

By Lucia Mutikani

Bill Gates, the American billionaire businessman and philanthropist, turns 68 tomorrow. The co-founder of one of the world's most prominent computer software companies, Microsoft, is known to have certain hobbies, which have helped him be one of the most successful entrepreneurs of all time. Gates, although now away from Microsoft for some years, vehemently believes that one should not get complacent and should always be looking for ways to enrich and enhance themselves by gaining more knowledge. In his bid to do the same, he practises some hobbies, which have helped him live a successful and refined life full of purpose.