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Petter Planke, co-inventor of the world's first fully automated bottle deposit machine, has passed away at the age of 89.

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation achieved a 97% execution rate of its 2025 budget, leading to a proposed ₦589.89 billion budget for 2026 following positive feedback from lawmakers.

The Australian government's 5% Deposit Scheme for first homebuyers has seen a significant increase in participation due to recent reforms allowing access to buyers of all income levels.

A massive gold deposit, potentially containing over a thousand tons of gold, has been discovered beneath an existing mine in China's Hunan province, which could represent the largest gold find in history with a market value exceeding 72 billion euros.

Landlords in Finland are competing for tenants by offering incentives such as free rent months and waiving deposit requirements amid a shift in the rental market.

Halifax bank account holders in the UK should be aware of a cash deposit limit of £2,995 when using self-service machines.

Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland have stopped offering the option to deposit cheques at Post Office branches for their customers, affecting around 28 million users.

A vast gold deposit has been found in Hunan, China, potentially housing over 1,000 tons of gold, drawing attention to China's mining sector once again.

The official SNAP payment schedule for March 2026 in New York and New Jersey has been released, detailing deposit dates based on case numbers.

A Finnish consumer dispute board recommends that a landlord return 1,460 euros of a 1,500-euro rental deposit that was withheld due to alleged property damages and cleaning deficiencies.

Gyeonggi Province has collected 8.5 billion won in local taxes from delinquent taxpayers by utilizing court deposit and financial transaction data.

A lottery businesswoman was robbed in Pedreiras while transporting money for deposit, with her brother assaulted during the incident.

A Lithuanian parliament member proposes expanding the deposit system to include a wider range of glass bottles, such as those for strong alcohol, to improve recycling rates.

The National Justice Council (CNJ) has demanded that the Paraíba Court of Justice explain a judicial deposit of R$ 2.6 billion made to Banco BRB as part of an ongoing investigation.

The article discusses the implications of Agrofert's deposit in a fund, noting that it could be beneficial for banks.

Former Brazilian Central Bank President Roberto Campos Neto expressed no interest in returning to public service after potential opposition victories in upcoming elections and suggested reforms in the deposit guarantee model.

Pensioners from ISSSTE in Mexico will receive their March pension deposit ahead of schedule, improving financial planning for many.

The Argentine government is facilitating efforts for individuals to deposit their hidden dollar savings directly into banks and brokerage houses without needing additional information, as part of a strategy to strengthen the economy.

Lithuania's deposit return system for single-use packaging celebrates its tenth anniversary, showcasing significant environmental progress in the country.

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) conducted a financial literacy workshop for students in Calabar, educating them on wealth building and financial independence.

The owner of a lottery shop was robbed of over R$ 42,000 while en route to make a bank deposit in Montes Claros, Brazil.

The Argentine government is promoting a law to encourage individuals to deposit their savings in banks without needing documentation for deposits below $9,769.

Sky News explores the rarely seen gold vaults of the Bank of England, which store the world’s largest single deposit of gold.

A radio host raises concerns about the freshness of minced meat at a Maxima store in Estonia after observing it being stored at room temperature.

Eni has discovered a new hydrocarbon deposit named Calao Sud in Ivory Coast, estimated to hold around 1.4 billion barrels of oil and natural gas.

The Delhi High Court has ordered actor Rajpal Yadav to deposit 1.5 crore INR to secure his bail in a long-standing cheque bounce case involving a debt of 9 crore INR.

Neobanks are gaining some market share from traditional banks in deposits but struggle with customer loyalty, according to a recent analysis.

Police are seeking witnesses after a recent bank theft in Germany, where robbers stole from safety deposit boxes.

A monumental geological discovery in Kazakhstan has unveiled a vast rare earth mineral deposit, which is crucial for technological and energy development.

Thieves broke into a bank in Stuhr, near Bremen, during lunch hours and emptied 14 safe deposit boxes, with the full extent of their haul yet to be determined.

The article discusses the fixed term deposit interest rates offered by various banks in Argentina, as published by the Central Bank, which helps savers maintain their purchasing power.

First-time home buyers in the UK are experiencing the largest selection of low-deposit mortgages since 2008, indicating a positive trend for 2026.

The article discusses the highest yielding deposit accounts available in February 2026, highlighting options that offer interest rates of up to 3.28% TIN.

The Madras High Court has ordered former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni to pay 10 lakh rupees for the transcription and translation of content related to a defamation case he filed.

The NDIC announced that 99% of Nigerian bank depositors are covered under its deposit insurance scheme, emphasizing the safety of their funds during a trade fair in Kaduna.

Police have stated that independent lawmaker Kang Seon-woo used a political donation of 100 million KRW received from former Seoul City Councilman Kim Kyung as a jeonse deposit, citing this as a reason for his potential arrest.

The Polish climate ministry is considering changes to the deposit system following its initial months of operation, addressing consumer concerns about malfunctioning machines and potential expansions to include single-use glass.

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation is intensifying efforts to recover outstanding loans from debtors of failed banks using new powers from the NDIC Act 2023.

Katie Price has reportedly signed a contract and put a deposit down on a house in Dubai, raising concerns among her family and friends that she may not be returning to the UK.

A customer at the Kolde Selver store in Estonia was shocked to find the price of a small energy drink can listed at an unusually high rate of €4.39.

The capital city of Czechia plans to deposit part of its surplus funds in accounts with the Czech National Bank for investment purposes.

Following a significant bank robbery in Gelsenkirchen, there is an increase in demand for home safes as customers express concerns about the security of bank safety deposit boxes.

Banks in Norway face potential fines for offering unlawfully low interest rates on deposit accounts, as mandated by the Consumer Authority.

Luis Caputo, Argentina's Economy Minister, urged citizens to deposit their savings in banks as part of a new tax amnesty initiative, prompting ironic remarks from Senator Juliana Di Tullio.

The Central Bank of Brazil acknowledges the need for improvements following the Master bank case, particularly in the speed of investor reimbursements by the Deposit Guarantee Fund.

The article discusses the potential earnings from a fixed-term investment of $3,000,000 in Argentina for 30 days in February 2026 based on bank offers.

The article discusses the earnings potential of a fixed term investment of $2,000,000 in Argentine pesos for a 30-day period, as determined by various banks' interest rates.

The article discusses the timelines and methods for tracking IRS refunds for tax credits during the 2026 tax season in Argentina.

Pension payments for March 2026 will be advanced due to Clean Monday, altering the typical deposit schedule in bank accounts.

Property owners in Czechia are required to pay interest to tenants on security deposits, potentially amounting to significant sums.