Posts by Liam Redmond
Brent tops US$90 as US-Iran conflict escalates, highest in over a month
Published Mon, Jul 20, 2026 · 06:37 AM — Updated Mon, Jul 20, 2026 · 11:53 AM [SINGAPORE] Brent oil prices rose 2 per cent to more than US$90 per barrel on Monday (Jul 20), as escalating US-Iran hostilities in the Middle East restricted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures climbed…
Read MoreBrent crude surpasses US$90 as US-Iran conflict escalates, highest in over a month
Published Mon, Jul 20, 2026 · 06:37 AM — Updated Mon, Jul 20, 2026 · 02:47 PM [SINGAPORE] Oil prices jumped about 3 per cent on Monday (Jul 20), with Brent oil prices surpassing US$90 per barrel, as escalating US-Iran hostilities in the Middle East restricted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude…
Read MoreSpain Beat Argentina to Win FIFA World Cup 2026, Claim Second Title After Ferran Torres’ Extra-Time Heroics
Spain are world champions once again. La Roja defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal to secure the nation’s second World Cup title and end Argentina’s reign. The victory capped a dominant display from Luis de la Fuente’s side,…
Read MoreThe MacArthur Park trash disgrace
The scales don’t lie. MacArthur Park produced nearly 13 million pounds of trash and hazardous waste last year — including 71 tons of human waste. That’s two tons of human waste per acre — a massive amount of filth. It’s hard to think anything could be worse — until you consider that city workers also…
Read MoreLakers’ Bronny James shows off soccer skills ahead of World Cup final
Bronny James is a man of many talents. James was seen showing off his soccer skills at Fanatics Fan Fest over the weekend and looked like a natural. Throughout his two-year NBA career, James has impressed with his overall ball-handling skills and footwork on the court. Both of those skills appeared to translate over to…
Read MoreScottie Scheffler defends Bryson DeChambeau in British Open controversy: ‘Not a cheater’
SOUTHPORT, England — Scottie Scheffler, when asked on Saturday what he thought about the two-shot penalty assessed to Bryson DeChambeau on Friday, was cryptic with his response, saying he had a lot to say, but wasn’t ready to do so. After his round on Sunday, Scheffler expanded on his thoughts and defended DeChambeau. “All I…
Read MoreAlabama man accused of killing couple posted about the family for years online
An Alabama man accused of killing a military veteran and his wife posted about the couple’s family for years as they appeared to be close friends, social media posts show George Birmingham, 46, was arrested early Sunday morning after allegedly killing Justin Elrod and his wife, Lena Elrod, who were discovered dead at 12:15 a.m. following reports of a…
Read MoreThunder deal Lu Dort to Hawks in three-team trade that sends Zaccharie Risacher to Mavericks
The Oklahoma City Thunder’s cost-cutting measures continue. Although this time, the Thunder are moving an integral piece to their contendership, and that’s all-world defender Lu Dort, who has been with the organization since signing as an undrafted rookie in 2019. Dort is being traded from OKC to the Atlanta Hawks in a three-team deal, per…
Read MoreExclusive | Dana Point homeowner’s stunning $10M mansion is hanging off a cliff. Now he’s bracing for a super El Niño
A multi-millionaire California homeowner is watching helplessly as his cliffside mansion slowly slides off a cliff — with a “super El Niño” expected to hit this year. Raymond Nooten, an 82-year-old ophthalmologist, has lived in a dream $10 million property on Dana Point for over 30 years. His house, which he has expanded further towards…
Read MoreSanta Barbara’s Camp Canine allegedly hands California couple their beloved puppy back in a tub
A California couple expecting to pick up their beloved one-year-old English bulldog from daycare instead learned he had drowned in a pool, before allegedly being shown his body lying in a plastic tub. Bruce’s owners Chris and Ashley Merz, of Ventura, were allegedly never contacted about their dog’s death before arriving at Camp Canine in…
Read MoreSpain vs Argentina Live Stream: How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Match Online from Anywhere
The 2026 World Cup final is set for Sunday at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, where Spain and Argentina will fight for the title. Spain aim to lift the trophy for the second time and claim its first championship since its win in South Africa in 2010. Argentina, meanwhile, is chasing a fourth World Cup crown…
Read MoreChina Extending Footprint to Malaysia, Indonesia in Bid to Control Global Rare Earths Industry
As Southeast Asia is emerging as a key region in the future of global rare earths supply chains, China is upping its engagement in the region, including with Malaysia and Indonesia, and analysts believe Beijing is seeking to influence the region’s development as it is challenged by other players. In 2023, China produced over 90%…
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