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chairman jerome powell

Powell’s Last Big Meeting: What Comes After

April 29, 2026

The Federal Reserve is set to keep interest rates unchanged at a meeting that many think will be the final one chaired by Jerome Powell. Last week, a path opened for President Trump’s pick, Kevin Warsh, to be confirmed after the Justice Department decided to end a criminal probe into Powell and t

politics

Fed Renovation Saga Turns into Political Showdown

April 25, 2026

When the Federal Reserve decided to refurbish two historic buildings on the National Mall, the project’s high cost and fancy features sparked a firestorm. A New York Post piece highlighted the nearly $2. 5 billion price tag and luxury touches, pushing President Trump to criticize the Fed for not cut

politics

The Whistleblower Who Took On a Banking Giant—and Paid the Price

April 25, 2026

Brad Birkenfeld could have stayed quiet. As a top private banker in Switzerland, he handled accounts for some of America’s wealthiest people—many of whom kept money hidden offshore to dodge taxes. Instead, he walked into a U. S. government office in 2007 and handed over details of 19, 000 secret acc

opinion

Will Warsh Keep the Fed on Track?

April 21, 2026

Kevin Warsh could become the next head of the Federal Reserve, but his fate will hinge on more than just policy skill. The new chair must show he can move interest rates at the right moments, a hallmark of successful central bankers. In addition, he will be measured against Jerome Powell’s benchma

business

Apple Picks New CEO: What It Means for the Future

April 21, 2026

Apple announced that John Ternus, a senior hardware engineer, will take over as chief executive on September 1, moving Tim Cook to an executive chairman role. The change surprised investors who had expected Cook to stay longer, but many see Ternus’s technical background as a sign of steady leadershi

opinion

The right way to decide when America uses its military

April 16, 2026

Retired soldiers often see war’s true cost—not just budgets or news clips, but the faces of young troops sent to fight. That perspective shapes how the country should think before using force anywhere in the world. Two past leaders, one a defense secretary in the 1980s, the other a general later, cr

finance

Energy Prices Rise, But Europe Still Safe From Stagflation

April 15, 2026

The chairman of the Eurozone finance ministers, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, told a Washington event that the worst case—stagflation triggered by the U. S. and Israel’s conflict over Iran—is not yet happening. He said that the sharp jump in oil, gas and fertilizer prices caused by a potential shutdown of

politics

Crypto Stakes of a Fed Nominee: A New Look

April 15, 2026

Kevin Warsh, the man named by President Trump to run the Federal Reserve, has just filed a 69‑page financial report that clears him for his upcoming Senate hearing. The paperwork shows he and his wife own at least $192 million together, but the most eye‑catching part is how much of that comes from c

sports

Heat Beat Hawks 143‑117, Set Play‑In Stage

April 13, 2026

The Miami Heat finished the regular season with a high‑scoring 143‑117 win over the Atlanta Hawks, giving them a spot in the play‑in tournament. Jaime Jaquez Jr. , who was vying for Sixth Man of the Year, poured in 26 points off the bench. Bam Adebayo and Norman Powell each added 25, while Kel’el

entertainment

New Picks for Your Streaming and Gaming Lineup

April 11, 2026

The week ahead brings fresh shows, films, music, and games that can spice up any device. Start with a light‑hearted Netflix comedy where Sadie Sandler plays a college freshman who shares a dorm with a boundless roommate. Her parents, voiced by Nick Kroll and Natasha Lyonne, add comic relief to th