Michael Thorbjornsen secured his first career PGA Tour victory by shooting a final-round 63 to finish at 18 under par at the Detroit Golf Club, according to tournament reports. Overcoming a four-shot deficit on Sunday, Thorbjornsen edged out two-time major winner Xander Schauffele by two strokes to claim the $1.8 million winner’s check and a … Read more
National property values fell 0.7 per cent in July, according to property data firm Cotality, marking the largest single monthly decline since December 2022 as rising interest rates and mounting housing supply reshape the Australian real estate market. The downturn has moved beyond Sydney and Melbourne to affect previously resilient capitals like Brisbane and Adelaide. … Read more
Jordan Spieth carded an even-par 70 during the third round of the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, dropping to 6-under for the tournament and a tie for 48th place, according to tournament records. The round unraveled on the back nine following a double-bogey and a bogey on consecutive holes, … Read more
The PGA Tour’s final visit to the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club features a 145-person field announced Friday, July 24, including major champions and debutants as the tournament prepares to end after 2026. According to tournament organizers, the event scheduled for July 30 to August 2 brings four top-10 players from the Official World … Read more
Australia’s housing market has moved into a downturn for the first time in more than three years, with national capital city house prices falling 1.4 per cent and unit prices dropping 1.2 per cent in the June quarter. According to data from the online real estate company Domain, this shift follows three years of uninterrupted … Read more
The financial landscape is shifting, and for many New Zealanders, the signs are appearing in their banking apps. When a major player like ANZ begins nudging its deposit and PIE fund rates upward, it isn’t just an isolated move—it is a signal. As central banks pivot to combat inflation, the dance between wholesale costs, mortgage … Read more
The Renaissance of Character: Why Historic Luxury is Outpacing Modern Minimalism For decades, the luxury real estate market was dominated by “white-box” minimalism—sharp lines, open floor plans and a neutral palette that often felt more like a gallery than a home. However, a significant shift is occurring. Discerning buyers are increasingly gravitating toward homes that … Read more
Mortgage Market Shifts: What Recent Bank Switching Reveals About Your Future Rates New Zealand homeowners have been actively shopping around for better mortgage deals, and recent data suggests this trend isn’t just about chasing the lowest rate. A surge in borrowers opting for floating and shorter-term fixed rates in late 2023, coupled with significant bank … Read more
Platinum-selling songwriters Lisa Simmons-Santa Cruz and Francisco Carroll Santa Cruz found themselves displaced last March, writing songs for Snoop Dogg’s upcoming 2025 gospel album, “Altar Call,” from a hotel room. The couple had recently lost their Altadena home in the Eaton fire. A Creative Lifeline Amidst Loss Simmons-Santa Cruz and Carroll Santa Cruz, who have … Read more
Why the Fed’s Latest Rate Cut Matters for Your Wallet The Federal Reserve’s decision to lower its benchmark rate to roughly 3.6% is more than a headline‑grabber. It ripples through every credit product you touch—from the interest you earn on a high‑yield savings account to the cost of a new mortgage, an auto loan, or … Read more