Shutdown Deals Another Blow to Washington’s Economy

Shutdown Deals Another Blow to Washington’s Economy

The government shutdown strikes Washington’s economy hard. First, it furloughs thousands of federal workers. Additionally, it halts essential aid programs. Immediate Effects on Federal Employees Federal employees face severe hardships. Moreover, about 150,000 workers in the Washington area miss paychecks. Consequently, many dip into savings to cover basics. Furthermore, the shutdown causes a 25 percent…

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US, European Energy Leaders Meet in Greece to Support Ukraine

US, European Energy Leaders Meet in Greece to Support Ukraine

Energy ministers from the United States and several European countries gathered in Athens, Greece, to discuss strategies that improve energy supply to Ukraine. The meeting, hosted by the Atlantic Council, witnessed the participation of more than 80 U.S. officials, European Union ministers, and executives of leading liquefied natural gas companies. The U.S. delegation was led…

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Tax Ombudsman John Nwabueze appointed by Tinubu

Tinubu Names John Nwabueze as Tax Ombudsman

The Federal Government has appointed Dr. John Nwabueze as the Tax Ombudsman, in accordance with the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025. This appointment aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to implementing sustainable reforms in Nigeria’s tax and revenue administration system. Nwabueze’s Experience and Background Before his appointment, Dr. Nwabueze served as Managing…

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Major Tesla Investor to Vote Against Musk’s Pay Deal

Major Tesla Investor to Vote Against Musk’s Pay Deal

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund recently declared its opposition to Elon Musk’s compensation plan. Officials stated they would vote against the package at Tesla’s shareholder meeting. This decision came on November 4, 2025. The fund manages $2 trillion in assets. It ranks as Tesla’s sixth largest external investor. Therefore its stance carries significant weight. Details of…

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