Russia’s gas shutoff is forcing Europe’s biggest buyer of its supplies to draw down winter emergency reserves

German utility giant Uniper has had to tap its winter gas reserves as Russia cuts energy deliveries, the FT reports.  The Nord Stream 1 pipeline is under maintenance, though Russia’s Gazprom has hinted it could delay bringing it back online.  Germany aims to restore its gas storage facilities to 90% by November, but they currently… Continue reading Russia’s gas shutoff is forcing Europe’s biggest buyer of its supplies to draw down winter emergency reserves

US crude oil exports to Europe now surpass shipments to Asia as Russia’s war on Ukraine reorders global energy markets

US crude oil exports to Europe from January to May surpassed exports to Asia.  It’s the first time Europe has overtaken Asia since 2016, when the US lifted its ban on oil exports.  The shift in flows comes as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine upends the global market.  Loading Something is loading. Europe passed Asia as… Continue reading US crude oil exports to Europe now surpass shipments to Asia as Russia’s war on Ukraine reorders global energy markets

Markets are betting the worst of inflation has passed – and there are 2 big reasons why that isn’t just wishful thinking, economist Paul Krugman says

Markets are flashing signs that they think the worst of inflation has passed, economist Paul Krugman wrote this week.  He argues that this is more than just wishful thinking, and that there are two reasons that back this up.  The Fed needs to not panic, as overtightening its policy risks forcing a “gratuitous” recession.  Loading… Continue reading Markets are betting the worst of inflation has passed – and there are 2 big reasons why that isn’t just wishful thinking, economist Paul Krugman says

Vexed by Too-High Prices? Try Shopping Online. (Seriously.)

It’s not exactly a shocker that most consumer commodity prices are lower online than at brick-and -mortar stores. But when you see the price disparity in real numbers, it is a shock that more people don’t buy their household goods online. Take the Adobe Digital Price Index, which tracks e-commerce prices across 18 product categories, like… Continue reading Vexed by Too-High Prices? Try Shopping Online. (Seriously.)

The Companies Responsible for the Most Single-Use Plastic Waste in the World

The planet is overrun by plastic. Over 300 million tons of plastic are produced every year, half of which is used to create single-use items such as shopping bags, cups and straws.  At least 14 million tons of plastic end up in the ocean every year, and plastic is found on the shorelines of every… Continue reading The Companies Responsible for the Most Single-Use Plastic Waste in the World

MacBook Air with M2 Review: Modern Design + Modern Performance

It’s been 14 years since the original MacBook Air was unveiled. And we look back with fondness at that first step, since technology tends to age like dog years. Even when something new is launched, there’s always something boundary-breaking over the next horizon. However, in the iterations since the first ultra-slim Mac got pulled out… Continue reading MacBook Air with M2 Review: Modern Design + Modern Performance

This Electric Toothbrush Helps You Brush Properly And On Sale for Prime Day

Right now, you can score this Aquasonic Toothbrush for 43% off on Amazon. The Arena Media Brands, LLC and respective content providers to this website may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Dental hygiene is extremely important and this Aquasonic electric toothbrush runs at an impressive speed with a… Continue reading This Electric Toothbrush Helps You Brush Properly And On Sale for Prime Day