Pimco’s Decline Post-Bill Gross Once a titan in the bond fund world, Pimco has seen its assets plummet below $100 billion—a striking shift since founder and “bond king” Bill Gross left nearly a year ago. Gross’s departure triggered significant investor withdrawals, leading to an ongoing decline that has brought Pimco’s assets to their lowest level…
Each week, political cartoonists from across the nation wield their artistic talent to capture the week’s political highs and lows, from ironic twists to meme-worthy moments. With sharp insight and humor, these artists highlight the most pressing political issues, offering readers a fresh, often humorous look at current events. This Week’s Best Political Cartoons Bringing…
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is reportedly leaning towards supporting Donald Trump’s potential return to the U.S. presidency, with many in Israel hopeful that Trump would implement policies favorable to the nation. In contrast, Biden’s administration has taken a more critical approach to Netanyahu’s strategies, leading analysts to speculate that a Trump victory would give Netanyahu…
WASHINGTON, D.C.: The United States has approved a $2 billion arms package for Taiwan, marking a significant step in defense support to the self-governed island. This decision has quickly drawn condemnation from Beijing, which regards Taiwan as part of its territory and opposes foreign arms sales to the island. Key Details of the Arms Package…
HANOI: Storm Trami made landfall in central Vietnam on Sunday, prompting warnings of potential floods as heavy rains spread across the region. Vietnam, with its extensive coastline, frequently experiences storms and flooding, which can lead to significant casualties and property damage. Heavy Rainfall Raises Flooding Concerns Rainfall is expected to intensify in areas across the…
Harvard Eyes Short Sellers to Navigate Frothy Markets Harvard University’s $38 billion endowment fund is taking precautions as market conditions become increasingly unstable. The university is looking to hire short sellers—investors who bet on declining stock prices—amid concerns of “frothy” markets, according to Stephen Blyth, Harvard’s Chief Investment Officer. Blyth, who took over the endowment…
A Royal Honor for Jacinda Ardern Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was officially honored by Prince William, receiving the title of Dame Grand Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit. The ceremony, held at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, marked a significant recognition of Ardern’s contributions to New Zealand during her time as…
Internal Revolt and Rising Tensions Calls for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation are growing louder, fueled by unrest within his own Liberal Party. This internal revolt comes at a time when diplomatic relations between Canada and India are strained, largely due to Trudeau’s handling of the Khalistani separatist issue. Beyond political discord, Trudeau faces…
Chicago’s Mayor Faces Growing Turbulence Amid School Board Crisis Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, elected as a reformer promising to disrupt the city’s often contentious political landscape, now finds himself in increasingly choppy waters. Two years into his tenure, Johnson is struggling to push through his progressive agenda, facing pushback not just from political opponents but…
A significant change in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction rules has been reported. According to ESPN Cricinfo and Cricbuzz, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) plan to retain South African wicket-keeper batter Heinrich Klaasen for Rs 23 crore. This retention amount is Rs 5 crore higher than the Rs 18 crore set for the first retention…
