The former congressman was given a full, unconditional pardon by the president after a long legal battle that many see as politically driven. The decision came on a Thursday, with the announcement released by the White House the next day. He claims the pardon fixes a case that was unjustly pursue
Indonesia’s leaders are scrambling after the rupiah hit record lows and local stocks tanked faster than anywhere else last week. The finance team and central bank aren’t just watching—they’re rolling out a plan to stop the slide. On Saturday, officials laid out two big moves: make sure there’s enoug
A former reality TV star turned president still acts like a celebrity with a 24/7 spotlight. Back in the 1980s, he built his name as a flashy New York property developer, then leveraged that fame into a hit show. Now in his late 70s, he hasn’t slowed down, often posting hundreds of times a month on
Indonesia’s finance chief says investors are still confident, even as the currency and shares fall. He highlighted that government bonds attracted money in the first half of the year, showing steady demand for debt. The minister noted that during June’s early weeks, buyers poured funds into the n
The City of London has weathered the decade since Britain left the European Union with surprising resilience. Initial worries that the financial heart of the UK would crumble after Brexit have largely proven unfounded. No mass exodus of traders or dealmakers has taken place; firms in Frankfurt
Thailand’s political world got a surprise this week when former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra learned he won’t finish his remaining jail time. After months of legal back-and-forth, King Maha Vajiralongkorn approved royal pardons for prisoners—including Thaksin—marking Queen Suthida’s birthday. J
A local soccer club owner recently dropped a bombshell in St. Louis by writing a check for $10 million. What’s surprising isn’t just the amount but where it’s going. Instead of flashy stadium upgrades or player salaries, this money is funding medical care for people who can’t afford it. The cash wil
Spencer Pratt, once a reality‑TV personality, is now a serious contender for Los Angeles mayor. He is using the city’s cost‑of‑living crisis and safety concerns as his main talking points, positioning himself against the incumbent Democrat Karen Bass. If current polls hold true, Pratt could move on
A local orthodontic office will throw a free block party on Saturday, June 6. The event starts at nine in the morning and ends at one in the afternoon. It takes place on the practice’s own street, 1800 Midland Road, in Saginaw Township. Kids who play sports can get a custom mouthguard on th
June 14 isn’t just about fireworks and backyard barbecues—it’s also Flag Day, the halfway mark to America’s 250th birthday, and Donald Trump’s 80th. But this year, the date is getting hijacked by two very different celebrations. One side is throwing a party with pop stars and speeches, while the oth
