Canadian Dollar remains weak close to a five-week low against USD as attention turns to FOMC Minutes
The USD/CAD pair saw some bullish activity during the Asian session on Wednesday, staying above the 1.3775 mark—the highest level since mid-April reached yesterday. Current spot prices are lingering just above mid-$1.3700, supported largely by the robust US dollar. The USD index (DXY), which reflects the dollar’s strength against a range of currencies, reached its […]
Trump Discloses He Was Close to Striking Iran — Warns of Major Action if Talks Break Down
Trump Warns of Potential Military Action Against Iran President Trump indicated on Tuesday that Iran may soon face “another major blow” and suggested that there was only “an hour” left to authorize a military strike before Gulf allies advocated for further negotiation time. Speaking to reporters at the White House, he noted that the administration […]
Three people sought in Kentucky shooting where father was shot 15 times at close range
A man and a woman are currently being sought after a shooting in Kentucky where a father was shot 15 times at close range. Authorities are looking for Courtney Alford, 30, Terry Moses, 26, and Tiance Combs, 30, related to an incident on May 9 outside a Circle K gas station in Newport. Combs faces […]
Canadian Dollar stays close to a one-month low against USD; strong Oil curbs losses.
The USD/CAD pair is experiencing a slight upward trend above the mid-$1.3700 range during the Asian trading session on Monday. However, it’s still below the peak it reached last Friday. The US dollar’s steady demand is helping drive prices up, while increasing oil prices support the Canadian dollar, which puts a cap on further gains. […]
Metro bus strikes pedestrian close to Santa Monica Pier
An unfortunate incident involving a Metro bus near the Santa Monica Pier on Friday afternoon resulted in the death of one pedestrian. Emergency services quickly arrived at the location, leading to the closure of one of the city’s busiest intersections. The tragic event occurred around 2 p.m. at the intersection of Main Street and Ocean […]
Many people are leaving Haiti’s capital as hospitals close due to rising gang violence.
Gang Violence Forces Evacuations in Haiti On Monday, hundreds of refugees were forced to leave their homes in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, as a new surge of gang violence erupted. The situation has spiraled into chaos, with hospitals shutting down, Médecins Sans Frontières ceasing its humanitarian efforts, and Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Eme canceling plans for the […]
Final Gap store in Oakland to close this summer
Gap Closes Last Store in Oakland This summer, Oakland residents will find one less option for khakis and hoodies as Gap shuts down its final retail location at 3277 Lakeshore Drive. The store’s closure aligns with the expiration of its lease, which the company has confirmed. Previously, the Broadway Gap closed back in 2008, and […]
Canadian Dollar stays close to lows as elevated US yields support the Dollar
The U.S. dollar (USD) remained relatively steady against the Canadian dollar (CAD) on Wednesday, sitting just below its four-week peak of 1.3724. This stability is attributed to strong consumer inflation data from the U.S. and rising Treasury yields, whereas increasing oil prices have helped keep the loonie from dropping further. Recent data from the U.S. […]
Australian Dollar rises close to 0.7250 due to RBA’s strong stance, looking ahead to US PPI data.
AUD/USD Update: Insights on the Australian Dollar’s Performance The AUD/USD has seen an uptick, reaching around 0.7240 during Wednesday’s Asian trading session. The Australian dollar has gained strength against its US counterpart, largely credited to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) assertive monetary policy. Recently, in line with what many had anticipated, the RBA decided […]
Divers investigate the Russian River close to the secretive Bohemian Grove.
Scuba divers and adventurers exploring California’s Russian River are gaining attention related to the mysterious Bohemian Grove after documenting their journey near a secluded site linked to this exclusive club. The team employed scuba gear, underwater drones, and metal detectors to search the calm and shallow waters of the Northern California River, while also looking […]