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The Myth of Gold: How the Precious Metal Is Portrayed on Screen

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Gold in the Movies: Hollywood Myths, Iconic Films, and the Reality Behind the Treasure

Gold has long been a powerful myth in cinema. We explore the best gold-themed films and the narratives built around the precious metal.

Diwali festival of lights

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The Significance of Gold at Diwali: A Tradition of Light, Prosperity and Gifting

Every year, as homes light up with diyas and rangoli patterns, families come together to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights.

Roman Gold Coins Discovered in Luxembourg

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Roman Gold Coins Discovered in Luxembourg: Holzthum Treasure Excites Collectors

Discover the historical ties connecting Luxembourg, the Roman Empire, and Italy: a journey through coins, migrations, and ancient traditions.

A pink giant piggy bank

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Investing in Gold in 2025? 10 Common Beginner Mistakes To Avoid

With inflation sticking around like a bad houseguest, geopolitical tensions heating up, and market swings keeping everyone on edge, gold is shining brighter than ever as a safe-haven investment. In fact, it’s long been trusted for its stability—and for good reason: gold has climbed more than 150% in value over the past decade. Whether you're a first-time investor, looking to shield your wealth from economic turmoil or build your long-term savings, avoiding beginner mistakes is key. Before you jump in, make sure you're not sabotaging your gold journey from the start. Here are 10 classic beginner mistakes to avoid if you're planning to invest in gold this year—so you can do it safe and smart.

Personal finance

Two gold rings on top of each other

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The 7 most expensive jewellery pieces in the world

In this article, we explore the world of high jewellery through the seven most expensive pieces ever created – and uncover how fine gold jewellery can be a lasting investment. If diamonds are your best friend, read on!

a man in blue suit riding on a giant pure gold bar

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24-Carat vs. 18-Carat Gold: What’s the Difference?

Gold purity plays a big role in its quality — but what do carats have to do with it? We break it down and explain the key differences between 24 and 18 carat gold.

A picture of a heavily-fortified picture of Fort Knox made of concrete-lined granite and reinforced with steel.

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The Golden Secret of Fort Knox

Fort Knox holds more secrets than we will ever know, but the biggest one is: how much gold, if any, is there in America’s most famous bullion bunker?

rogelio roxas the treasure hunter posing next to the golden buddha statue filled with diamonds that was part of the Yamashita treasure made of piles of gold bars and jewels looted during world war II

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Yamashita's Gold: The WWII Treasure Mystery

Explore the mystery of Yamashita’s Gold, the legendary World War II treasure allegedly hidden in the Philippines. Uncover the myths, facts, and potential hiding places!

gold bars on a US dollar bill

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The Gold Standard: A Key to the Future?

For some investors, the gold standard is a hedge against inflation, but others think this model has passed its sell-by date.