Michael Carrick hints at longer stay at Manchester United and says manager’s job is ‘ultimate role’
Michael Carrick has described managing Manchester United as the “ultimate role” and hinted he would love to stay beyond the end of the season. Carrick took over from Ruben Amorim last month on an interim basis and with a contract until the summer. He was tasked with steadying the ship after Amorim’s turbulent 14-month spell […]
Is the only way up for Anglo American shares, after potentially pivotal results?
Mining stocks have seen a few losses recently, but Anglo American (LSE: AAL) bucked the trend Friday (20 February) as its shares edged up around 2% in early trading, on the back of what looked like generally positive full-year results. De Beers soured the figures a bit, with a $2.3bn writedown for the struggling diamond […]
USDJPY on track to revisit the intervention level as Japanese Yen lacks bullish catalysts
FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEW USD: The US dollar is now trading higher against most major currencies after another slate of strong US data this week and the US-Iran tensions potentially supporting the greenback. The market is still pricing 57 bps of easing by year-end but the crowded bearish positioning on the US dollar requires strong reasons for […]
Rihanna’s Hot Shots To Kick Off Her 38th Bday!
Rihanna’s Hot Shots To Kick Off Her 38th Birthday ☔️ Published February 20, 2026 12:01 AM PST Grab your umbrella ‘cuz today’s Rihanna‘s birthday — We’ve rounded up her hottest thirst traps, and “it’s raining more than ever!” From topless shots to bum shots, the limit does not exist for badgalriri and her shameless selfies […]
The red-hot Helium One share price has exploded 43% in a month! What’s going on?
The Helium One Global (LSE:HE1) share price is on fire at the moment. At the time of writing (20 February), the stock’s changing hands for over 40% more than it was a month ago. What’s causing this sudden interest in the relatively unknown gas explorer? Let’s take a closer look. Image source: Getty Images A […]
UK February flash services PMI 53.9 vs 53.5 expected
Prior 54.0 Manufacturing PMI 52.0 vs 51.5 expected Prior 51.8 Composite PMI 53.9 vs 53.2 expected Prior 53.7 Key Findings: Rebound in UK private sector business activity continues in February, but job losses persist Comment: Chris Williamson, Chief Business Economist at S&P Global Market Intelligence: “The early PMI data for February bring further signs of […]
Newcastle forward Gordon ‘would prefer to play in the middle’ says Howe
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe says forward Anthony Gordon would probably prefer to play as a central attacker rather than his usual place on the left wing. Gordon, 24, has cemented a place wide on the left for club and country since moving to St James’ Park. In midweek he was offered the chance to play […]
Republicans are ignoring Trump and holding out hope for a second megabill
President Donald Trump sent a clear message to congressional Republicans this month that there’s no need to pass another party-line megabill this year. Many, however, aren’t ready to give up yet. Trump’s comments in a Fox Business Network interview earlier this month appeared to finally settle a long-running GOP debate over whether to pursue a […]
Rob Lowe Jokingly Demands Credit For Role in 1995 Film ‘Tommy Boy’
Rob Lowe Hey, Gimme Some Credit On ‘Tommy Boy’!!! Published February 20, 2026 1:30 AM PST It’s been over 30 years since “Tommy Boy” hit movie theaters around the country — and Rob Lowe is just now making it known publicly he wants some damn credit! The actor had an uncredited part as Paul in […]
FTSE 100 vs Dow Jones: why the 20% discount?
Dow Jones Industrial Average fans might not like the reminder that US blue-chip shares don’t come cheap. Even with both markets climbing towards fresh highs, the FTSE 100 Index still looks cheaper on earnings, and more generous on income. Image source: Getty Images Both markets are near record highs On 18 February, the Footsie rose […]
