Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.

Solana Becomes The Latest Addition To Gemini’s Crypto Credit Card Lineup
Gemini’s new Solana Card offers instant Solana rewards as well as optional auto-staking for returns of upto 6.77%. The launch comes after Gemini launched the ‘XRP Edition’ of its crypto credit card earlier this year, following its Bitcoin-branded...

You can earn up to 5.00% APY in a high-yield savings account today, Oct. 20, 2025
The best high-yield savings accounts offer annual percentage yields (APYs) that are well above average. Many of the top rates available today are above 4.00%, and one or two are still around 5.00%. Inflation rates have been edging higher and the...

Can you use a personal loan for a house down payment?
A down payment is probably one of the very first things you think of when the topic turns to buying a home—and it can often be one of the biggest barriers on the road to homeownership. It’s natural to wonder whether you can use a personal loan to...

Watching Your Wallet: Student loans vs. credit card debt
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Research on how to pay for higher education should be just as thorough as the research that goes into deciding on which college a student goes to. "I think that's why nationally, we see more students assuming credit card...

Warning for more than 1.1 million people over state pension age being hit with income tax on savings accounts
A MAJOR warning has been issued to more than 1.1 million people over state pension age who may be hit with income tax on their savings accounts. Savers are facing a tax bill for interest earned on their pots of cash, according to new HM Revenue...

A Bad Credit Score Can Cost You More Than Just Loans, It Affects Marriage And Jobs Too
Last Updated:October 23, 2025, 14:24 IST People with a good credit score are not only easily able to get personal loans, but it is also useful in areas like investments, business, and job opportunities Your credit score is calculated based on...

Gemini launches Solana credit card with automatic staking rewards
Gemini has launched a Solana edition of its Gemini Credit Card, allowing users to earn and automatically stake Solana (SOL) rewards for additional yield. Announced on Monday, the release marks Gemini’s first card tied to a specific blockchain...

Woman says she woke up, saw savings account closed, money gone

Dukhan Bank launches new personal finance campaign
Dukhan Bank has launched a new personal finance campaign offering the best profit rate in Qatar from 3.49% annually, a statement said today. Running until December 31, 2025, the campaign provides personal financing to new customers who transfer...
AI 'often gets figures wrong', financial adviser warns
When Georgina Doll was looking to buy a home, generative artificial intelligence was one of the sources she turned to for advice. "When I was choosing my home loan product, I would put in a few examples of different interest rates and I would get...

Guard Your Wallet: Top Essential Tips To Outsmart Credit Card Fraudsters
Credit Card Fraud Prevention (Representational image) Credit cards are a popular payment method for many, but frequent use can increase the risk of falling victim to fraud. Scammers often use clever tactics to trick cardholders, such as requesting...

Bank Muscat continues annual fee waiver offer on Al Jawhar Platinum Credit Card
MUSCAT – As part of its commitment to providing the best banking services and solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of the customers, Bank Muscat, the leading financial services provider in the Sultanate of Oman, continues the special offer...

Gemini Launches Innovative Solana Credit Card With Auto-Staking Rewards
TL;DR Gemini expands its product line with the “Solana Card,” joining its Bitcoin and XRP cards. The new key feature is the optional “auto-staking” (up to 6.77% APY), available to all cardholders. The card offers up to 4% cashback in...
Pro TIPS: State program chips in for college savings accounts

Why I time my credit card applications around predictable big annual bills and elevated welcome offers
Few things in life entice me more than a big welcome bonus on a rewards credit card. There are many great bonuses vying for my attention right now, and despite maintaining a healthy credit score, it isn't sensible for me to apply for all of them....

These 5 factors can hurt your eligibility to raise a personal loan
If you are planning to raise a personal loan, it is important to remember that there are numerous factors that influence your ability to borrow. Your potential to secure a loan is a function of your credit score, level of income, current...

More than 1.1m people over pension age could pay income tax on savings accounts
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Crypto Exchange Gemini Launches Solana-Themed Credit Card With Auto-Staking Rewards
Gemini, the crypto exchange backed by the billionaire Winklevoss twins, has launched a Solana-branded edition of its Gemini Credit Card with automatic staking for SOL rewards. The card gives users a way to show support for the network while...

Man accused of using stolen credit card to pay for massage
A man accused of using a stolen credit card to pay for a massage was arrested at the spa—and police found a meth pipe in his shorts, according to a magistrate’s complaint filed in Superior Court. Later, police found methamphetamine in Bao Jordan...

M&S shoppers snap up 'perfect autumn jumper' in 8 colours for £3 in money-saving deal
When customers repeatedly purchase a single item in various colours, it's a clear indication of a wardrobe essential. Marks and Spencer shoppers are currently raving about a jumper that is 'perfect' for autumn and can be easily dressed up or down....