2015

NASA, NOAA: Record-Shattering Global Temperatures in 2015

Globally-averaged temperatures in 2015 shattered the previous mark set in 2014 by 0.23 degrees Fahrenheit (0.13 Celsius). Only once before, in 1998, has the new record been greater than the old record by this much.

The worst passwords of 2015

And this year, "123456" and "password" topped this list.

Just like last year. And the year before that.

Other popular choices this year were sports, like "football" and "baseball".

Sorry, Charlotte: the top name is now....

The Department of Internal Affairs has released a list of the 100 most popular names chosen last year.

Olivia reclaimed the title of the most popular name for girls, having last held the top spot in 2013.

Oliver was the number one choice for boys for the third year running, with Jack coming in at second place.