Posts by Riah Marton
Oil prices settle down as US stockpile grows, tariffs still in focus
OIL prices fell on Wednesday (Jan 29), with the US benchmark settling at its lowest year to date, after domestic crude stockpiles in the world’s top petroleum producer and consumer rose more than expected last week. Brent crude futures settled down 91 US cents, or 1.2 per cent, at US$76.58 a barrel. US crude futures…
Read MoreUS Federal Reserve pauses rate cuts, will ‘wait and see’ on Trump policies
THE US Federal Reserve left its key lending rate unchanged on Wednesday (Jan 29) and adopted a patient “wait and see” approach to Donald Trump’s economic policies, in the first decision since his return to the White House. Policymakers voted unanimously to keep the Fed’s benchmark lending rate at between 4.25 per cent and 4.5…
Read MoreRachael Kirkconnell Details “Scary” and “Discouraging” New Chapter After Matt James Split – E! Online
Rachael Kirkconnell Details Learning About Matt James’ Breakup Post on Airplane As the Bachelor Nation star explained, as she boarded a plane to jet out of Tokyo, that’s when she was alerted that their split had now become public, thanks to Matt’s Instagram post announcing their split—and that she was then unable to access Wi-Fi…
Read MoreFamily Sues Resort for $10 Million After Food Poisoning Leads to Deaths of Mother and Son During Dream Vacation
A Canadian family’s vacation turned to tragedy after food poisoning led to the deaths of a mother and son, sparking a $10 million civil lawsuit. Stephen Gougeon shared his heartbreaking experience with CTV, describing how he and his family became violently ill after their first meal at the Viva Dominicus Beach by Wyndham Resort in…
Read MoreFACT CHECK: Does This Photo Show ICE Agents Arresting Man Wearing ‘Latinos for Trump 2024’ T-Shirt?
Earlier this week, a claim spread online suggesting that a photo showed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arresting a man wearing a shirt with the slogan “Latinos for Trump 2024.” The claim went viral a few days after Donald Trump entered White House, as federal authorities carried out mass deportation measures under the…
Read MoreGirona vs Arsenal Live Streaming: How to Watch the UEFA Champions League Match in the US, UK and India
Arsenal will aim to strengthen their position in the top eight as they travel to face Girona, a team that has already been eliminated from the UEFA Champions League. Girona entered the tournament with high ambitions after an impressive La Liga campaign, hoping to compete with some of Europe’s biggest clubs. However, their journey took…
Read MoreFree People Just Added These Styles to Their Sale Section — Shackets, Flannels, Hoodies & More Under $50 – E! Online
Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. I have a love/hate relationship with Free People. Yes, I love their effortlessly cool style and chic boho designs, but I don’t always love the price tags. However, I’ve found that if…
Read MoreSingapore Health Minister Ong Ye Kung Announces Pay Hike for 37K Healthcare Professionals by Mid-2025
More than 37,000 allied health professionals (AHPs), pharmacists, and administrative, ancillary, and support employees can anticipate pay hike by the middle of the year. Announcing this on Wednesday, January 29, the first day of the Chinese New Year, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said that this “diverse group” is a “very important part of our…
Read MoreHorrific Fish Attack on Mermaid Performer in Chinese Aquarium Leaves Audience in Shock
Disturbing footage has emerged showing a woman, who was performing as a mermaid in an aquarium, being attacked by a large fish that tried to clamp its jaws around her head. The shocking incident occurred at an aquarium in Xishuangbanna, China, where the Russian performer, Masha, was entertaining onlookers in her mermaid role. Witnesses watched…
Read MoreWaymo is getting ready to tackle Los Angeles’ freeways. How have the robotaxis fared so far?
Waymo’s fleet of electric, self-driving taxis has been on the streets of Los Angeles for a few months now. And in a post on X this week, the company announced it was set to take on the most L.A. of frontiers: the freeways. At first, only Waymo employees will be able to ride along as…
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