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By Sophie Smith, personal finance reporter

The price of gold has hit a six-year high amid bubbling geopolitical tensions and concerns about the American Federal Reserve cutting interest rates.

Traditionally the precious metal has been the go to safe haven asset for investors in times of uncertainty. And because gold does not pay an income, the prospect of lower interest rates is a boon, as investors are giving up less potential return from holding cash.

It means that now could be the perfect time to buy – and Telegraph Money has looked at the ways ordinary investors can buy gold here.

Don't forget that a loophole exists that allows gold investors to dodge capital gains tax (CGT). Reporter Adam Williams explains more here.

Remember Bitcoin? In 2017 the digital currency soared to close to $20,000 before rapidly falling. Now – possibly driven by the same factors pushing up gold – Bitcoin is making a comeback. As the price hits $12,000 again, Harry Brennan evaluates the investment case for cryptocurrency.

Also this week, Katie Morley investigates why more wasn't done for a British Airways passenger who suffered first-degree burns on a flight when the lid on her cup of tea fell off and poured onto her lap. Should she sue for more than the 650 compensation paid to her by BA?

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