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,
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
The United States has decided to stop giving out immigrant visas to people from 75 countries. This includes Somalia, Haiti, Iran, and many others. The reason? These countries have a high number of people who use public benefits, like food stamps and healthcare, once they move to the U. S. This deci
The Trump administration is set to cut federal funds to sanctuary cities and states starting next month. This move is part of a broader crackdown on immigration enforcement, with a particular focus on Minnesota. The Department of Justice has identified 11 states, including the District of Columbia,
In a recent action, ICE and DHS made headlines with a raid in Morristown. The operation led to the detention of 11 individuals, including a high school student. Officials claim some had felony records, while others were accused of exploiting border policies. The DHS offered a statement, highlightin
On a Sunday dedicated to honoring Martin Luther King Jr. , Governor Kathy Hochul took to the pulpit of the Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem. She spoke to over a thousand people, mixing her message with a hymn and some controversial views. She talked about the fear that some people feel, especiall
Stuart Altman, a renowned figure in health policy and education, passed away at the age of 88. He was known for his significant contributions to health care reform and his role as an interim president at Brandeis University. Altman's work was marked by a blend of analytical rigor and a deep sense of
In a surprising turnaround, home prices in the UK have climbed to new heights just after the holiday season. This unexpected jump follows a period of decline, which many believe was caused by worries about the finance minister's budget announcement. Experts are now seeing a shift in the housing mar
The U. S. government has been working on setting up a Bitcoin reserve since March 2025. The plan is to use Bitcoin that has been seized by federal agencies. However, the process is taking longer than expected. The White House crypto advisor, Patrick Witt, recently talked about the delays. He mentio
Americans are starting to question how ICE handles deportations. Many now believe the agency is too harsh. They also think the program targets more people than just criminals. This shift in opinion comes after recent events in Minneapolis. Republicans, however, still strongly support ICE. They feel
