Monthly Archives: July 2022

Oil tumbles towards $100, as renewed COVID-19 lockdowns in China and recession fears depress demand outlook

Oil prices are getting thrashed against a backdrop of demand and supply-side pressures. (Photo by Janos Kummer/Getty Images) Oil prices skirted $100 a barrel on Tuesday, as investors fretted about the outlook for demand. Fresh COVID-19 lockdowns in China and recession fears are threatening to hurt consumption. Oil is getting battered by both demand and…

Cassidy Hutchinson’s testimony jolted the DoJ into focusing on Trump in its Jan 6 investigation: New York Times

Cassidy Hutchinson, a former White House aide, at a hearing of the January 6 committee on June 28, 2022. Jacquelyn Martin/AP Photo The Jan. 6 hearings prompted the DOJ to focus on Donald Trump, per The New York times.  Officials were struck by testimony from Cassidy Hutchinson and changed tack, the report said.  She said…

Weekly travel insurance rates: July 12 | Premiums are still inching up

We’re well into the summer travel season, and the cost of travel insurance continues to creep up. The current average cost to insure a trip is $267.62, up from $264.10 last week, according to travel insurance agency SquareMouth. The exact amount you’ll pay for travel insurance depends on several factors, including your destination, how many…

Best Garmin deals for Prime Day 2022: Fenix, Forerunner and Instinct all discounted

Garmin’s range of fitness trackers and GPS watches are some of the most popular accessories for tech fans. Whether you’re a beginner runner or a seasoned athlete, Garmin will have something for you to help your training.  Garmin has a wide range of devices and they offer great compatibility with smartphones, so many also choose…