Posts by Nathan Pine
Private credit keeps US$14 billion trapped in bid to outlast storm
With redemption wave unlikely to ease, funds lock up around US$1.70 for every US$1 an investor reclaims Published Fri, Jul 3, 2026 · 10:17 AM [NEW YORK] Ahead of reporting their second-quarter results, private credit managers acknowledged a sobering reality: The redemption wave engulfing the US$1.8 trillion market was unlikely to abate swiftly. Now, as…
Read MoreCristiano Ronaldo’s Sister Kátia Aveiro Hints He’s Retiring From Team Portugal After World Cup 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo may not be suiting up for Portugal after the 2026 World Cup. Ahead of the nation’s 2-1 win over Croatia in their round of 32 match in Toronto July 2, the soccer star’s sister Kátia Aveiro said his time with the national team would soon be over. “I truly believe this is the…
Read MoreJodie Foster Thinks ‘F1’ Was Made With AI: “Wasn’t It?”
As Hollywood grapples with AI‘s potential impact, Jodie Foster believes the tech is already very present in the industry. The 2x Oscar winner recently explained why she believes last year’s Joseph Kosinski-helmed, Ehren Kruger-penned Brad Pitt starrer F1 was made with artificial intelligence, pointing to the Academy Award-winning film as an example of GenAI creating…
Read MoreHugh Jackman Hopes Next Wolverine Actor “Makes It Their Own”
More than 25 years later, Hugh Jackman still has his Adamantium claws in the character of Wolverine. The Oscar nominee recently revealed he plans to play the X-Men role for as long as the brass at Marvel Studios will allow it, and he doesn’t intend to give his successor any direction with the character. “I’m…
Read MoreAsian stocks edge up amid fears of AI rally overheating
The MSCI Asia Pacific Index climbs slightly; gauges fall in Japan but rise in South Korea Published Fri, Jul 3, 2026 · 09:33 AM STOCKS in Asia swung between gains and losses as investors grappled with concerns that the artificial intelligence-fuelled rally has run ahead of itself. Gauges in Japan fell while those for South…
Read MoreAmerica 250th Birthday Events List: TV Programming And Live Celebrations
As America marks its 250th anniversary, there are a wide range of events, programming and unique celebrations planned by major entertainment entities. From theme park celebrations to live event coverage to TV specials, take a look at the list below for an updated sampling. CURRENT & ONGOING Disneyland Resort: special flag retreat ceremonies honoring veterans,…
Read MoreNancy Guthrie Case: California Man Pleads Guilty to Sending Fake Ransom Note
A California man is taking responsibility for sending a fake ransom note in connection to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. Derrick Callella pleaded guilty to two counts of harassment using a… Source link
Read More‘Minions & Monsters’ Director Says Minions Never Worked For Hitler
Although the Minions have served some of history and fiction’s ultimate baddies, even they draw the line at fascism. Minions & Monsters co-writer/director Pierre Coffin, who also returns to voice the little yellow creatures, recently addressed a wild fan theory after 2015’s Minions revealed they served Napoleon in the 19th century, leading many to wonder…
Read MoreElite UK Reit sells four Wales properties for US$8 million
They are sold to an unrelated third-party purchaser through the Reit’s wholly owned subsidiaries [SINGAPORE] The manager of Elite UK real estate investment trust (Reit) on Friday (Jul 3) announced the divestment of four properties located in Wales for a total sale consideration of £6 million (US$8 million). The properties were sold to an unrelated…
Read MoreHong Kong Box Office Up 25% In 2026 First Half Topped By Local Hit ‘Night King’
Hong Kong’s beleaguered cinema market had some good news in the first half of 2026, with overall box office revenues increasing by 25% thanks to a strong line-up of local and Hollywood releases. Total box office for the six months from January 1 to June 30, 2026, reached $84.7M (HK$664M), according to figures from Hong…
Read MoreTravis Kelce Reacts to Fake AI Photo of Taylor Swift Wedding
What’s the significance of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s rumored wedding date July 3? Aside from July 3 being a blank space on MSG’s calendar, Swift loves to go all out for Fourth of July—which conveniently falls on a Saturday this year. You know, to make it a wedding weekend. But don’t discount the numbers…
Read MoreSoon Su Lin to step down as Frasers Property Singapore CEO; Tan Wee Hsien named successor
She will serve as adviser to Frasers Property Ltd CEO; change of guard comes amid group’s major revamp [SINGAPORE] Soon Su Lin will step down as the CEO of Frasers Property Singapore on Oct 1, 2026, after close to a decade at the group. She will move to a group advisory role after stepping down,…
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