Europe Set for Warmest January in Decades as Energy Crisis Eases

Article content (Bloomberg) — Europe is set for the warmest January in decades, easing an energy crunch that has hammered the region for months. Article content Mild conditions are likely to persist across the region until the end of the month, with a strong polar weather system inhibiting cold outbreaks, according to forecaster Maxar Technologies … Read more

Why some people are staying sober during Dry January — and why experts say the benefits may last well into the year

Mahina Douglas, who lives in the suburbs of Baltimore, says she loves to socialize. But after the holidays, she’s been thinking about cutting back on alcohol.  “I just felt like my drinking was getting, I guess a little more than I was comfortable with it being,” Douglas said. She decided to try “Dry January” — … Read more

Liverpool transfer news and rumours: January transfer window 2023 | Transfer Centre News

After the winter transfer window opened on January 1 2023, we round up Liverpool’s done deals, plus the players linked with moves in and out of Anfield. Liverpool interested in Nunes but summer move more likely Image: Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes is wanted by Liverpool Liverpool maintain an interest in Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes – … Read more

Sri Lanka election commission to accept nominations for local polls from January 18-21

Sri Lanka’s President Ranil Wickremesinghe has cited the need to reform the local councils’ system. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Sri Lanka’s top election body announced on January 4 that it will accept nominations from January 18 to 21 for the local council polls, which have been postponed since March amidst the prevailing economic crisis. Notices … Read more

Swiss Inflation Slows to 2.8% Before Likely Jump in January

Article content (Bloomberg) — Inflation in Switzerland unexpectedly slowed in December, before a jump in the cost of electricity and health insurance is set to trigger a surge this month. Article content Consumer prices rose 2.8% from a year earlier, the Federal Statistics Office said on Wednesday. That’s below the previous reading and the 3% … Read more

Premier League hits and misses: Newcastle prove solid foundations, Arsenal need to spend in January transfer market | Football News

The best around: Newcastle’s defence is a thing of beauty Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from the Premier League match between Manchester United and Bournemouth In 18 Premier League matches this season, Newcastle have managed to keep 10 clean sheets. A badge of honour for any … Read more

Chelsea transfer news: Blues want Benfica’s Enzo Fernandez in January but £105m release clause sticking point | Transfer Centre News

Chelsea are locked in talks with Benfica to sign World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez in January. With a release clause of €120m, roughly £105m, the Argentina midfielder would become the Premier League’s most expensive signing. But Sky Sports News have been told Chelsea are not prepared to pay his release clause in full, and instead … Read more

This vodka brand actually wants to help you celebrate Dry January

New York CNN — It’s three days into Dry January for those who observe, but that doesn’t mean you can’t touch the vodka. Tito’s Handmade Vodka has enlisted Martha Stewart for a cheeky campaign that helps people who have temporarily abstained from alcohol with some ideas for what to do with their vodka — besides … Read more