Brazil's finance chief, Fernando Haddad, is pushing for a major shift in how the country's investment funds are overseen. He wants the central bank to take on this role, which is currently handled by the CVM, the securities regulator. This idea is still up for discussion among key government bodies,
Retirement planning can be tricky. Many people near retirement age get offers for variable annuities, often wrapped in promises of guaranteed income. But financial expert Suze Orman warns that these products might not be as safe or beneficial as they seem, especially when bought within tax-deferred
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is making waves in the crypto world with its unique lending protocol. This system lets users lend and borrow digital assets without giving up control of their holdings. It's like a bank, but for crypto, and it's designed to be secure and easy to use. The protocol has two main
The Vista, a lively neighborhood in Columbia, is set for another big change. This area, which runs from Gervais Street to the Congaree River, has seen many transformations. It started as an industrial hub, then became an arts district, and now it's known for its nightlife and entertainment. Back in
A recent incident involving an Italian comedy legend has stirred up a debate about who should carry the Olympic torch and what values they should represent. Massimo Boldi, an 80-year-old actor, was initially chosen to participate in the Winter Olympics torch relay. However, his comments during an in
Have you ever felt like your TV's sound is lacking? You might be using the wrong HDMI port. The HDMI eARC port is designed to give you the best audio experience, especially if you have a soundbar or a home theater setup. eARC, which stands for enhanced Audio Return Channel, has a higher data transf
A new entertainment venue is coming to National Harbor in Maryland. This venue, called Sphere, is expected to bring a lot of benefits to the area. It will be the second Sphere in the U. S. and the first to use a smaller design. The project is a joint effort between Sphere Entertainment, the State of
In Vietnam, something unusual is happening. The Communist Party Congress is taking place. Delegates are given special Samsung tablets. But these tablets are not like the ones people use every day. They do not have internet access. This is not all. Delegates cannot use their phones either. The phone
Indonesia's central bank, Bank Indonesia (BI), is in the spotlight again. The president, Prabowo Subianto, has picked his nephew, Thomas Djiwandono, for a top role. This move has raised eyebrows, especially since Djiwandono isn't your typical central banker. He's a former businessman and current dep
Iran might soon bring back the internet, according to a top lawmaker. This comes after a week of quiet streets, following a violent crackdown on protests that started in late December. The unrest was among the worst since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. A senior parliament member, Ebrahim Azizi, menti
