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In a notable shift, U.S. President Donald Trump has stepped back from his previous threats to dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, following a series of pointed criticisms aimed at the central bank leader for his reluctance to cut interest rates. During a press briefing in the Oval Office yesterday, Mr. Trump reassured reporters, saying, "I have no intention of firing him." He further expressed his desire for a more proactive approach from Powell, stating, "I would like to see him be a little more active in terms of…

Hiking Toward Change: A Journey of Self-Discovery It was just a fleeting mention—a friend’s casual reference to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)—that planted a seed of curiosity within me back when I was eighteen. Growing up in Seattle, Washington, the concept of a long walk back home from the southern reaches of California felt exhilarating and almost poetic. Fast forward to 2023, and I made the leap. I was determined to turn that youthful aspiration into a reality.…

Earning a double degree in journalism and business management hasn’t merely been a milestone in my life; it has been a thrilling journey that has shaped who I am today. Graduating in 2007, I faced skepticism from naysayers who doubted my prospects. Yet, with persistence and determination, I managed to secure a full-time cadetship at a newspaper right out of the gate. How did I achieve this, you ask? I firmly believe that three key factors paved my path to success. The Value of Work Experience During my…

Imagine a scenario where you're promised a better future abroad, investing not just your hopes but your hard-earned money. It's a familiar tale for those who, in pursuit of job opportunities in the UK, found themselves caught in a web of deceit. Several individuals, aspiring to secure placements through the Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) system, sadly reported losing tens of thousands of pounds. They later discovered, to their dismay, that the documents they received were nothing more than clever forgeries—replicas…

The Triumphs and Trials of Resilience “I find myself in a difficult position,” shared Maryan, as the evening darkness enveloped the settlement. “Tonight, it was a neighbor who had the kindness to give us a bowl of rice and sugar. I cooked it for the children. Raising seven children without a father is not easy—some are older, others younger—but too often, we go to bed with empty stomachs.” Maryan's eyes reflected a mixture of weariness and quiet fortitude. Maryan's journey has been arduous. For nearly four…

Imagine embarking on a career journey, only for the road to suddenly stop short. That was me in June 2021 when the startup I was pouring my energy into paused my marketing position due to financial constraints. Those initial weeks were surreal, like a plot twist in a novel no one saw coming. Contract gigs became my new norm until December 2021, when I finally found myself in the comfort of a full-time role again. Yet, in a narrative as unpredictable as life itself, I faced another layoff.…

In a bold and controversial move, Elon Musk has declared that all federal employees in the United States must justify their roles or face termination. This announcement came mere hours after former President Donald Trump urged Musk to adopt a more aggressive stance on reducing government expenditures. As the wealthiest individual in the world and a prominent benefactor of Trump’s political endeavors, Musk has taken the lead in a significant restructuring effort aimed at the federal workforce. He stated unequivocally, "All…

Seeking a Raise: Strategies and Steps Towards Better Compensation Not long ago, Cory Stahle, a perceptive economist at the Indeed Hiring Lab, reminded us of a curious financial nugget: employees who take the leap to a new job often see greater wage growth than those who stick with their current gig. But, alas, in a twist of irony, such jumps may not be a simple game of hop, skip, and jump. U.S. companies, often considered the heartbeat of global industry, have reduced their hiring to a rate unseen in nearly a…

President Ruto announced that within a fortnight, Kenyans would commence recruitment for jobs in Germany, stemming from a recently inked labour mobility agreement between the two nations.

Several students in the country are deprived of their holiday. They have started small businesses to earn some money that allow them to support themselves from the beginning of the school year. as reported from Libreville, Yves-Laurent GomaSporty building, Jovani Junior Kouamba sells used clothes at the Nzeng Ayong market in…