All articles tagged with #january
U.S. retail sales fell 0.2% in January—the largest drop since May—dragged by department stores, personal care shops and gasoline stations, while the core retail measure (the control group) rose about 0.35%, signaling underlying demand. The Commerce Department report was delayed by last year’s government shutdown, and economists expect bigger tax refunds to bolster spending in early 2026.
Bruins center Fraser Minten was named January's NHL Rookie of the Month after leading rookies with 14 points (8 goals, 6 assists) in 14 games and posting a +12. He highlighted the month with multiple multi-point games and an overtime winner, becoming the first Bruins skater to win Rookie of the Month since 1998 and the first Bruins rookie with 14+ points in a calendar month since 2017. Minten, a 21-year-old second-round pick, is set to play in Boston's Stadium Series outdoor game in Tampa.
BYD sold 210,051 NEVs in January 2026, down 30.11% YoY and 50.04% MoM as demand softens amid policy changes; passenger NEVs were 205,518 (BEVs 83,249; PHEVs 122,269), commercial NEVs rose 10.78% YoY to 4,533; overseas passenger NEV sales reached 100,482 (+51.47% YoY); January battery installations were 20.187 GWh (+30.15% YoY) as BYD targets about 1.3 million overseas vehicle sales in 2026.
Debt charities report an unprecedented surge in calls for help in January, driven by financial stress from the holiday season and rising living costs, with many seeking assistance late at night and struggling to pay priority bills, highlighting the need for early intervention and support.
Divorce Day, observed on January 6, marks a spike in divorce filings as couples often wait until after the holiday season to separate, with January also recognized as 'Divorce Month' due to increased divorce activity and the desire for a fresh start after Christmas.
Apple is expected to launch new products in January, including higher-end MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, a budget MacBook with an A18 Pro chip, and software updates like iOS 26.3. Other hardware like the MacBook Air, iPad Air, iPad, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and accessories such as AirTag and Apple TV are also anticipated later in the year. Software updates across Apple platforms will focus on bug fixes and performance improvements.
In January, only Jupiter and Saturn are visible to the naked eye, with Jupiter reaching opposition on Jan. 10 and shining brightly, while Venus, Mercury, and Mars are hidden behind the sun for most of the month. The best viewing times are around these events, with Jupiter being the highlight of the month.
Most of the U.S. experiences its snowiest months in January or February, especially in central and eastern regions with over three inches of annual snowfall, affecting about 190 million people including major cities like New York, Chicago, and Seattle.
Dan Bongino, the FBI deputy director, announced he will step down in January after eight months on the job, citing personal toll and clashes within the agency, with speculation he may return to his podcast career.
Washington experienced record-shattering warmth in January, with temperatures soaring to around 80 degrees, breaking records that had stood for decades. This surge of warmth, attributed to human-caused climate change, is highly unusual for the region in January. The high temperatures were accompanied by unusually high humidity levels, creating a stark contrast to the frigid conditions experienced just a week prior. While this early taste of late spring and early summer won't last long, the forecast for the next week to 10 days suggests that temperatures will generally remain somewhat above normal.
The full "wolf" moon, the first full moon of 2024, will rise on Thursday night, named for the wolves' increased howling during winter. Other names for January's full moon include center moon, cold moon, frost exploding moon, freeze up moon, and severe moon. The next full moon will be on February 24, known as the snow moon, and it will be the final full moon before the arrival of astronomical spring on March 19.
The US expects Israel to scale back its offensive in Gaza as early as January, according to sources. The move comes as the Biden administration seeks to de-escalate tensions in the region and promote a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
New spirits will be added to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in January, with the game director, Sakurai, keeping the source of the spirits a surprise.
The OnePlus 12 is set to launch globally in January 2024, following its debut in China on December 4. The launch will likely include multiple devices, with a possible sequel to the OnePlus 11R series. The OnePlus 12 will face competition from Samsung's mid-January launch of the Galaxy S24 series. The device is expected to feature new cameras, wireless charging, and other improvements.
The Television Academy and Fox are in a debate over when to air this year's 75th annual Emmy Awards, with the Academy preferring a November date and Fox leaning towards January. The decision is pending the outcome of potential strikes by SAG-AFTRA and WGA. Both parties agree that postponing the ceremony is necessary, but they differ on the timing. Fox argues that its November calendar is already full, while the Academy wants to be the first major awards show after the strikes. The final decision rests with Fox, as they are the broadcast partner.