The U. S. intelligence community has a clear message: Russia's President Vladimir Putin is not backing down from the war in Ukraine. This is not new, but the intensity of his commitment has grown, according to recent assessments shared with U. S. lawmakers. Putin's resolve is unwavering, despite Ru
Nassau County, New York, has been making waves with its recent partnership with federal immigration authorities. This collaboration has led to notable outcomes, with officials reporting a significant drop in crime rates. The county's police force has been working closely with ICE, resulting in the a
Financial fraud is evolving, and one of the most alarming trends is synthetic identity fraud. This type of fraud, often referred to as "Frankenstein fraud, " involves creating a fake identity by combining real and fabricated information. Unlike traditional identity theft, where a criminal steals and
Barclays is stepping up its game in America. The bank just bought Best Egg, a company that gives out personal loans, for a cool $800 million. This isn't just a small move. It's a big deal for Barclays. They want to grow their presence in the U. S. beyond just credit cards. They're diving into the wo
The race for New Jersey's next governor is heating up, and the money trail tells an interesting story. Both main candidates, Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli, have shared their campaign finance details. Sherrill, a Democrat, has a slight edge in funds. She's raised about $3. 2 million recently an
The bond market has been unusually calm lately. This quiet might not be as reassuring as it seems. Bonds are often seen as a safe bet, but when they're too still, it can signal bigger issues. Bonds are like IOUs that governments or companies give to borrow money. People usually invest in them for s
Dubai is becoming a hotspot for finance professionals. The city's tax-free status and warm weather are big draws. Many are moving from places like London, Hong Kong, and Switzerland. The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is growing fast. It now has 48, 000 finance jobs. This is a 9% increa
The U. S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has decided to cancel a plan to keep track of non-bank financial companies that break the rules. This idea was first proposed during the Biden administration to help catch and stop repeat offenders. But now, the CFPB says the costs of keeping thi
In Europe, the number of people living with cancer is growing by 3. 5% each year since 2010. Out of all these survivors, 38% will live a decade or more after their diagnosis. Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most common cancer among survivors, and many of them will be over 75 years old, needing
Will Smith's early sci-fi series, Men in Black, is still a big deal on streaming platforms, even years after his last appearance as Agent J. The first three movies, directed by Barry Sonnenfeld, came out in 1997, 2002, and 2012. Despite no new movies since 2019's Men in Black: International, the fir
