Posts by Nathan Pine
New Zealand raises rates by 25 bps, flags further hikes to curb inflation pressures
With oil prices now easing, policymakers expect some relief for households and businesses [WELLINGTON] New Zealand’s central bank raised its benchmark official cash rate by 25 basis points to 2.5 per cent on Wednesday (Jul 8) and made clear that further rate hikes are necessary to return inflation to target despite a still-fragile economic recovery.…
Read MoreCharli D’Amelio Says Her Mental Health “Keeps Declining” Amid Alleged Family Rift
The Gossip Girl alum detailed his experience as a child actor with what he described as “body dysmorphia.” “I know that I hated my body,” Penn told The Guardian in April 2025, “and simply wanted a different one.” In response to the weight he gained following his parents’ divorce, he added, “There was just a period where,…
Read MoreGold holds drop as US strikes in Iran cloud rate hike outlook
Bullion was near US$4,100 an ounce in early trading, after losing 1.4% in the previous session Published Wed, Jul 8, 2026 · 09:36 AM GOLD held a decline on Wednesday (Jul 8) as renewed US airstrikes on Iran endangered an interim deal to end the war that has stoked inflation and raised the prospects for…
Read MoreMel C Says ‘Spice World’ Will Be Streaming In “Not-Too-Distant Future”
Nearly 30 years later, the Spice Girls are giving fans what they want (what they really, really want). Melanie Chisholm, aka Mel C/Sporty Spice, recently teased that Spice World (1997) should be available to stream in “the not-too-distant future” for the first time since the cult classic musical comedy debuted. “It’s not available at the…
Read MoreAustralia central banker says oil shock yet to slow economy
Published Wed, Jul 8, 2026 · 09:27 AM [SYDNEY] The recent oil shock has led to falls in Australia’s consumer and business confidence but so far there are few signs of a marked slowdown in activity, a senior central banker said on Wednesday (Jul 8). In a speech about supply shocks, Reserve Bank of Australia…
Read MoreWayne Manor From ‘Batman’ Could Be Yours For Just $32M
It’s the stuff that childhood dreams are made of. The estate that provided the exteriors for the 1960s Batman TV series is on the block — albeit with a Bruce Wayne-sized price tag. The 18,000-foot Pasadena mansion is listed for a cool $32M. The home has 7 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 4 half baths and…
Read MoreThe Secret to a Longer-Looking Torso? These One-Piece Swimsuits
Which one-piece swimsuits will make my torso look longer? If you’re a short torso girlie who’s looking for a one-piece swimsuit with an ultra-flattering fit, there are a few things to keep in mind. The key is to opt for silhouettes and patterns that visually elongate by drawing the eyes up on and down vertically.…
Read MoreStocks to watch: Frasers Property, ESR-Reit, Foundation Healthcare
[SINGAPORE] The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Wednesday (Jul 8): ESR-Reit : The real estate investment trust (Reit) is set to buy five freehold logistics properties in Melbourne, Australia, for A$276.8 million (US$192.4 million). The acquisition will increase its distribution per unit by 4.3 per cent on…
Read MoreDoc Talk Podcast’s Midyear Oscar Preview
It’s shaping up as another open-ended race for Best Documentary Feature at the 99th annual Academy Awards. As we move deeper into 2026, no single film has emerged as a clear frontrunner, but there are plenty of contenders even before potential candidates premiere at the Venice Film Festival, Telluride and TIFF. On the new edition of…
Read More‘It’s Not Like That’ Canceled By Prime Video After One Season
EXCLUSIVE: It’s Not Like That’s Rotten Tomatoes score will stay at a perfect 100%, and the series’ leads Malcolm (Scott Foley) and Lori (Erinn Hayes) will remain star-crossed lovers. That is because Wonder Project’s faith-based family drama will not be getting a second season by Prime Video, Deadline has learned. The news comes more than…
Read MoreFrom factory to tech frontier: China becomes legacy automakers’ innovation engine
Shifting R&D to the country helps traditional automakers bulk up their tech abilities [SHANGHAI] In May, General Motors (GM) marked a rare milestone for a foreign automaker in China, selling more than 10,000 of its new Buick Electra E7 in the first month. While the nameplate is all-American, everything else about the car is Chinese,…
Read More‘Sullivan’s Crossing’ Gets New Showrunner For S5; CW Renewal Pending
EXCLUSIVE: Sullivan’s Crossing is undergoing a major behind-the-scenes change ahead of Season 5. Series creator Roma Roth has stepped down as head writer/showrunner; she is being succeeded by Canadian writer-producer Floyd Kane (Diggstown) who is assuming day-to-day leadership as Head Writer. Roth remains an executive producer on the popular romantic drama, which was renewed for…
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