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Epstein emails reveal behind-the-scenes talk of firing Fed chair Powell

Buried among the roughly 3 million pages of Justice Department documents is a brief exchange revealing disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein discussing the removal of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell with then–Trump advisor Steve Bannon. The 2018 emails, bearing the subject line ‘Re: Trump has discussed firing Fed chief after latest interest rate hike: report,’ show Epstein and Bannon weighing who should exit the Trump administration next. Epstein opened the exchange by endorsing the idea of...

Iran pushes for Friday nuclear talks in Oman amid rising tensions with US forces: source

Iran has requested that nuclear talks with the United States be held in Oman on Friday, a source familiar with the discussions told Fox News, as Tehran pushes for changes to the structure of renewed negotiations. The request comes as Axios reported that Iranian officials are also pressing to limit the talks to a bilateral U.S.-Iran format, excluding other Arab and regional countries — a move that could complicate U.S. diplomatic efforts in the region....

Iran’s president strikes softer tone on nuclear talks after Trump’s warning that ‘bad things would happen’

The Iranian president, who just days ago accused President Donald Trump of provoking unrest and trying to ‘tear this country apart,’ is now striking a softer tone regarding talks about its nuclear program, following a warning from Trump.  Trump said at the White House on Monday that the U.S. is talking with Iran and that he would ‘like to see a deal negotiated.’   ‘And if we could work something out, that’d be great,’ Trump added. ‘And if...

House sends bill ending government shutdown to Trump’s desk after 21 Dems break with Jeffries

The House of Representatives passed a federal funding bill aimed at ending the partial government shutdown on Tuesday, which will bring the four-day standoff to a close shortly after the legislation gets to President Donald Trump’s desk. The funding bill, which passed the House 217-214, is a compromise struck between Senate Democrats and the White House that would fund roughly 97% of the federal government through the end of fiscal 2026. Trump played an integral...

Clintons cave: Comer says Bill and Hillary to testify in Epstein probe

Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will be deposed by the House Oversight Committee at the end of this month. Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., announced Hillary Clinton will sit for a closed-door transcribed interview on Feb. 26, and Bill Clinton will appear on Feb. 27 under the same terms. Both interviews will be filmed, Comer’s press release said.  It comes after weeks of back-and-forth between the former first couple...

Inside Aileen Wisell’s Approach to Building Meaningful Design Work

Aileen Wisell is a Boston-based graphic designer who has built a steady, respected career in visual communication. Her work focuses on helping businesses clarify their message and express it through thoughtful, well-structured design. She specialises in logos, websites, and marketing materials that support long-term brand growth rather than short-term trends. Raised in Massachusetts, with formative years spent in Portland and Cape Elizabeth, Maine, Aileen developed an early habit of close observation. The coastal environment shaped...

Mohit Seth: Mortgage Broker, Real Estate Agent, and Insurance Professional

Mohit Seth is a seasoned finance expert and the founder of MAAK Finance Ltd., a mortgage practice known for its clear, client-focused advice. Based in Canada, Mohit works as a Mortgage Broker, Real Estate Agent, and Insurance Professional, offering a well-rounded perspective on property financing and financial protection. Originally from Lucknow, India, Mohit earned a Master’s in Mathematics before moving to Delhi to complete a Master’s in Finance. These academic foundations gave him a sharp,...

Government issues new guidance to help businesses prepare for employment law changes

The Government has unveiled new guidance to help employers prepare for major changes to employment law, as ministers seek to fix what they describe as a “broken labour market” while supporting business growth. The guidance follows the passing of the Employment Rights Act 2025, which will introduce a series of reforms from April aimed at establishing a fairer baseline of workplace protections. Ministers argue the changes reflect practices already adopted by many employers and will...

End of government shutdown in sight as Speaker Johnson overcomes GOP revolt

The end of the current government shutdown is in sight on its fourth day after Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., managed to corral nearly all of his House GOP lawmakers to advance the legislation. The Senate’s federal funding deal survived an important hurdle late Tuesday morning, clearing a House-wide ‘rule vote’ to allow for lawmakers to debate the measure and set up a vote on final passage by early afternoon. It comes after a pair of...

Iranian gunboats unsuccessfully attempt to board US oil tanker as Trump builds military presence

Six Iranian gunboats unsuccessfully attempted to halt a U.S.-flagged oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, The Wall Street Journal reported. The security firm Vanguard Tech told its clients on Tuesday that the Iranian vessels were armed with .50-caliber guns, and they ordered the oil tanker to turn off its engines and prepare to be boarded. Instead, the tanker sped up and was ultimately escorted to safety by a U.S. Navy vessel, according...