US net oil exporter status shields dollar from energy shock hitting peers
RBC Capital Markets expects the dollar to drift higher within its 2026 trading range, recommending buys against the euro and Swiss franc on yield, flows, and energy insulation. Summary: RBC Capital Markets foreign exchange strategists said the dollar is likely to drift higher but remain within its 2026 trading ranges, citing the currency’s relative yield […]
Cubs Claim Christian Roa – MLB Trade Rumors
By Charlie Wright | at May 17, 2026 6:07pm CDT The Cubs have claimed right-hander Christian Roa, the Orioles announced. Baltimore designated Roa for assignment on Friday after acquiring fellow righty Eduarniel Núñez in a trade with the Athletics. The 27-year-old Roa is no stranger to the waiver wire. He broke camp with the Astros, […]
Line-ups confirmed for La Liga clash
Barcelona return home for the final time this season, and they are once again La Liga champions after seeing off rivals Real Madrid to clinch the title in the best circumstances. Now, they welcome Real Betis, a team that will return to the Champions League next season after a stellar campaign in Spain. However, they […]
UK housing prices rise but employer confidence stays near record low
UK asking prices rose 1.2% in May, above seasonal norms, while a separate survey showed British employer confidence near record lows with pay awards set to lag inflation. Summary: Rightmove reported UK asking prices rose 1.2% month-on-month in May, above the typical 1.0% seasonal increase, while the average two-year fixed mortgage rate eased to 5.18% […]
New York Cops Pepper Spray Packed Mall Crowd Over Watch Release
New York Cops Pepper-Spray Packed Mall Crowd Over Watch Release!!! Published May 17, 2026 3:36 PM PDT All hell broke loose at a New York mall over a watch release — ending with a cop unloading pepper spray into a raging crowd that completely took over the shopping center. The insane video shows the officer […]
Annie Duke on the investing mistakes that quietly destroy most portfolios
Duke’s commentary is broadly risk-cautionary in tone, reinforcing the case for passive, low-cost index exposure over active stock-picking in volatile conditions. Her warning against paralysis is particularly relevant in the current environment, where macro uncertainty has left many retail investors sitting on cash, a position she frames as an active decision with its own embedded […]
Dodgers Place Jack Dreyer On 15-Day Injured List
The Dodgers announced that left-hander Jack Dreyer has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to discomfort in his throwing shoulder. Southpaw Charlie Barnes was also optioned to Triple-A, as Los Angeles called up right-handers Paul Gervase and Chayce McDermott to fill the two open spots in their bullpen. No further roster maneuvers were […]
McIlroy still chasing as Rahm starts Sunday strong
The 108th PGA Championship is heading towards one of the most dramatic Sunday finishes in recent major history, with German Matti Schmid seizing the outright lead at six under par through six holes of the final round at Aronimink, while Jon Rahm has birdied two of his first two holes to muscle himself into contention […]
Bob Saget’s Wife Kelly Marks His 70th Birthday In Emotional Tribute
Bob Saget Wife Kelly Marks Heavenly 70th Birthday Published May 17, 2026 3:15 PM PDT Play video content Bob Saget‘s wife Kelly Rizzo honored him on what would’ve been his 70th birthday … sharing an emotional tribute alongside a sweet throwback clip of him smiling blowing out birthday candles. In the emotional IG post from […]
Clock is ticking: Trump threatens Iran with annihilation over stalled peace talks
Trump warned Iran it must move fast toward a peace deal or face destruction, as Strait of Hormuz remains blockaded and Lebanon ceasefire continues to fray. Earlier: Summary: Trump posted a stark warning to Iran on Truth Social, saying Tehran must move quickly or there would be nothing left of it, according to the post. […]
