OPEC+ has reaffirmed its existing oil-production plans despite President Donald Trump’s calls for lower crude prices. The coalition, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, will maintain current supply levels until the end of this quarter, before gradually increasing output in monthly stages starting from April. This plan is aimed at preventing a surplus and stabilizing … Read more
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on imported softwood lumber from Canada, which could further worsen the ongoing housing affordability crisis in the US. Softwood lumber is a critical ingredient in the US homebuilding industry and is used for framing, roofing, and siding. Economists and homebuilders warn that the tariffs could lead … Read more
The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates three times this year, making it essential to find high-yield savings accounts to maximize earnings. These accounts offer higher interest rates than traditional savings accounts, with some paying up to 4% APY and more. Online banks lead the way in offering competitive rates due to lower overhead costs. … Read more
Rory McIlroy kicked off his 2025 PGA Tour season with a bang, winning the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am on Sunday in dramatic fashion. The Northern Irish golfer shot a 6-under 66 to claim his first win of the year and 27th career title. McIlroy’s impressive round saw him surge into contention after starting the weekend … Read more
A pro-Russian paramilitary leader, Armen Sargsyan, died from injuries sustained in an explosion at a residential building in north-west Moscow on Monday morning. The blast occurred 12km from the Kremlin and injured several others, including one of Sargsyan’s bodyguards. Sargsyan, leader of the “Arbat” battalion, was severely injured after being hit by the blast in … Read more
US President Donald Trump has suspended trade tensions with Canada and Mexico, but economists warn that tariffs could lead to higher prices for American consumers. If the tariffs do go ahead, several goods could become more expensive. Cars: A $3,000 price hike is expected due to increased taxes on imported car parts. Beer: Mexican beers … Read more
Former two-time UFC Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya suffered his third loss in the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia this past weekend. The defeat came at the hands of No. 6 ranked Caio Borralho, who stopped Adesanya with punches in the second round. Borhalo believes that Adesanya was off from his usual self and struggled … Read more
A new report from First Street warns that the US real estate market will suffer a trillion-dollar loss in value due to climate change. As natural disasters and extreme weather events become more common, Americans are moving away from riskier areas and towards those expected to be more resilient. However, this migration won’t be linear, … Read more
A federal investigation into alleged game-fixing has placed multiple men’s college basketball programs under scrutiny. Games involving Eastern Michigan, North Carolina A&T, and Mississippi Valley State are being investigated, according to sources. North Carolina A&T suspended three players for a “violation of team rules,” but coach Monte Ross denied any connection to the gambling probe. … Read more
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes expressed his disappointment over the blockbuster trade that sent Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, but vowed to remain a loyal fan. Mahomes revealed he had been in shock after the news broke on social media and tweeted “Wait what?” before expressing his regret at … Read more