Hence, a rise in rates is more likely than a fall. That is a statement of probabilities, rather than one of near-term intent.

Given this outlook, it follows obviously that the bank is more likely to tighten policy than to ease in the foreseeable future.

What's more, the mean growth rate has risen substantially, while variability has declined: any portfolio manager would like to deliver that combination.

They were playing up for the run. I got behind (Dan) Morgan and Matt threw a perfect pass.

Musicians are often asked to answer for an entire culture, or for an entire movement. It's a process of commodification. It becomes packaged and summarized in a word like 'emo' or 'grunge'... or 'folk music.' I think that's just language itself, trying to understand the mysteries of the world.

There's been this argument about Coldplay stealing this melody from Joe Satriani, but, if you listen to it, it's mine! It's the 'Foreigner Suite,' it is!