Scientists discover unexpected decline in global ocean evaporation amid rising sea temperatures

Reversal in ocean evaporation (Eo). (a) Anomalies in global-averaged annual Eo during 1988–2017. The black dot-line represents the ensemble mean of four satellite products, while the gray shading indicates ±1 standard deviation across these products. A statistically significant turning point (TP) in 2008 (vertical dash line) was detected by the piecewise linear regression. Trends for the […]
Martin Short Sick with COVID-19 after ‘SNL 50’

Martin Short Caught COVID At ‘SNL 50’ Published February 21, 2025 5:45 AM PST Steve Martin and Martin Short have been forced to cancel their next two comedy tour dates … because Martin caught the ‘vid. Steve announced Thursday evening his pal caught COVID-19 from the “Saturday Night Live” 50th Anniversary special that aired Sunday […]
Not Travis Head Or Steve Smith: Ex-Australia Star Names This Man As ‘Standout Player’

Ahead of his nation’s campaign opener in the ICC Champions Trophy against arch-rivals England, former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has backed experienced all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has his best cricket “in front of him” and will play a “pivotal” role in his team’s success at the tournament. Australia’s ICC Champions Trophy campaign will kickstart […]
USD/JPY rockets 150 points higher as JGB yields surge

USD/JPY extended its decline leading into Japan’s inflation data release today, but in a surprising turn, the pair rebounded sharply despite figures that reinforced expectations of continued Bank of Japan (BOJ) rate hikes. The inflation data showed: Core inflation (excluding fresh food): 3.2% y/y, a 19-month high. Core-core inflation (excluding food and energy): 2.5% y/y. […]
Jerry ‘The Iceman’ Butler Dead at 85

Jerry ‘Iceman’ Butler DEAD AT 85 Published February 21, 2025 5:30 AM PST Jerry “The Iceman” Butler, a legendary R&B singer and long-time Illinois politician, has died. Marty, Jerry’s assistant and “niece at heart,” tells TMZ … he passed away from natural causes on Thursday night at his home in Chicago. Marty notes Jerry was […]
“Trying Too Hard…”: India Great Namedrops Rohit Sharma In Big Advice For Virat Kohli

Former India captain and coach Anil Kumble feels Virat Kohli is putting a “lot more pressure on himself” in his effort to get out of the lean patch, and advised the baittng icon to remain mentally relaxed. Since the 2023 ODI World Cup, Kohli has hit just one fifty while scoring 137 runs […]
Canada December retail sales +2.5% vs +1.6% expected

Prelim December estimate was +1.6% November sales were +0.0% Retail sales ex-autos +2.7% vs +1.8% expected Prior ex-autos were -0.7% Core sales +2.5% vs -1.0% prior 2024 retail sales rose 1.3% January advanced sales -0.4% Full report There were early indications of a weak January number but the December number was particularly strong. That’s a […]
Mumbai Indians Unveil Jersey Ahead Of IPL 2025, Retain Iconic Blue And Gold Palette

Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have unveiled their official jersey for the 2025 edition, starting from March 22. “The jersey retains the iconic blue and gold palette symbolic of Mumbai Indians’ essence. Blue represents trust, confidence, and the team’s boundless potential, while gold signifies glory, achievement, and the relentless pursuit of excellence,” MI […]
How much would an investor need in an ISA to earn a £700 monthly passive income?

Image source: Getty Images Generating passive income doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be as simple as investing in UK company shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA, then sitting back as the tax-free dividends accumulate over time. To give an example, let’s assume an investor wants to aim for an average of £700 […]
Big night for Canada last night, big economic data coming up

Team Canada beat the USA in overtime last night to win the 4 Nations Challenge and that’s sure put Canadians in a good mood today. Unfortunately, it will be a short-lived buzz with the economy on uneven footing, Trump threatening tariffs (and annexation) and still plenty of winter left. USD/CAD is up 21 pips today […]