New Jersey housing chief charged with stealing $20K in public funds for home repairs
NORTH BERGEN, NJ — The former executive director of the North Bergen Housing Authority has been charged with stealing more than $20,000 in public funds by using city vendors to perform contract…
IMF’s fiscal chief says U.S. CPI data shows need to maintain inflation fight
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Consumer Price Index data for March shows persistent above-target inflation pressures, “validating” the International Monetary Fund’s emphasis on continuing to fight inflation at IMF and World Bank…
Taliban aim to boost Afghan security forces, anti-aircraft capacity -army chief
By Mohammad Yunus Yawar KABUL (Reuters) – Defence has received the largest share of funds in Afghanistan’s budget as the Taliban government aims to boost forces by a third and build anti-aircraft…
Ex-BOJ chief Kuroda tapped for job at university in Tokyo
TOKYO (Reuters) – Former Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda has received a job offer from a prestigious university in Tokyo, days after retiring from the helm of the central bank, a…
World Bank chief says Western European countries need to help fund Ukraine reconstruction
By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The World Bank is ready to do its part in rebuilding Ukraine after the devastation of Russia’s invasion, but international financial institutions cannot shoulder the sums…
IMF chief economist: stability risks should not deter central bank inflation fight
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Central banks should not halt their fight against inflation because of financial stability risks, which look “very much contained,” International Monetary Fund chief economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas told Reuters. The…
Greek economy to grow 2.2% in 2023, prudence pivotal – cenbank chief
ATHENS (Reuters) – Greece’s economy will grow by 2.2% in 2023, its central bank chief said on Friday, urging the country to stick to the path of reform and fiscal prudence as…
Disney’s streaming chief to exit under company revamp
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Michael Paull, the head of Walt Disney Co’s streaming entertainment unit, is leaving the company after six years under an ongoing restructuring by Chief Executive Bob Iger, a…
U.N. chief condemns Taliban ban on Afghan women working for U.N
By Michelle Nichols and Charlotte Greenfield UNITED NATIONS/KABUL (Reuters) -U.N. chief Antonio Guterres condemned on Wednesday a ban by Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities on Afghan women working for the United Nations, calling it…
IAEA chief to visit Russian exclave for Zaporizhzhia talks
VIENNA/MOSCOW (Reuters) – The director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency will visit the Russian Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad on Wednesday to discuss the safety of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant,…
Scott D. Garrett named as the new Chief Patrol Agent, Grand Forks Sector
Grand Forks, N.D. – U.S. Border Patrol Chief Raul L. Ortiz announced the selection of Chief Patrol Agent (CPA) Scott D. Garrett as the new Chief of Grand Forks Sector. CPA Garrett…
Countries in stronger position should help others with debt woes -IMF chief
By Joe Cash and Liz Lee BOAO, China (Reuters) – Countries in a relatively stronger position should help vulnerable nations especially those under debt distress, International Monetary Fund managing director Kristalina Georgieva…
China’s green loans exceed $3.2 trln, central bank chief says
BOAO, China (Reuters) – China’s outstanding green loans currently exceed 22 trillion yuan ($3.2 trillion), accounting for about 10% of the country’s total loan balance, People’s Bank of China Governor Yi Gang…
Nashville Police Chief Says He ‘Can’t Confirm’ Whether Shooter Targeted Christian School For Religious Reasons
Nashville Police Chief Says He ‘Can’t Confirm’ Whether Shooter Targeted Christian School For Religious Reasons Kate Anderson on March 28, 2023 The Nashville police chief told reporters Tuesday that he could not…
US consumer finance chief calls for better risk management at banks, fintechs
By Nupur Anand and Tatiana Bautzer (Reuters) – The recent failures of mid-size U.S. lenders show the need for more robust risk management at banks and fintechs, along with improved regulation, the…
‘Hemorrhaging Personnel’: Border Patrol Union Chief Warns Of Staffing Crisis As Migrants Flood In From Canada
‘Hemorrhaging Personnel’: Border Patrol Union Chief Warns Of Staffing Crisis As Migrants Flood In From Canada Jennie Taer on March 28, 2023 National Border Patrol Council President Brandon Judd warned of a…
US senator’s hold on military nominations hurts readiness -Pentagon chief
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A U.S. senator’s decision to hold up the nomination of senior military officials over the Pentagon’s abortion policy will have a ripple effect and hurt readiness, U.S. Defense Secretary…
Australia’s Downer appoints new finance chief amid regulatory woes
(Reuters) -Australian contractor Downer EDI Ltd said on Tuesday Malcolm Ashcroft will become its chief financial officer from July, after Michael Ferguson earlier this month decided to step down. Ferguson’s exit was…
Nikola names insider Anastasiya Pasterick as finance chief
(Reuters) – Electric-truck maker Nikola Corp said on Monday Kim Brady will retire as chief financial officer on April 7 and insider Anastasiya Pasterick will take over the role. Pasterick was key…
Swedish central bank chief says more rate hikes likely due to stubborn inflation
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) – The Swedish central bank might have underestimated inflationary pressure and will likely have to stick to its forecasts of another interest rate hike in April, Riksbank Governor Erik Thedeen…
Bank of Queensland appoints chairman Allaway as chief executive
(Reuters) – Bank of Queensland has appointed Executive Chairman Patrick Allaway as its chief executive officer, the company said on Monday. Allaway will step down as chairman and will serve as CEO…
Corrado Names Donald S. DeDio Jr. as Chief of Staff
Sen. Kristin M. Corrado announced the appointment of Donald S. DeDio Jr. as the new chief of staff in her 40th Legislative District Office.…
New England Police Chief Pleas For Aid Over Influx Of Illegal Migrants
New England Police Chief Pleas For Aid Over Influx Of Illegal Migrants Jennie Taer on March 22, 2023 Timothy Page, the police chief of St. Johnsbury, Vermont, requested the governor’s help in…
‘I Didn’t Think It Would Be This Quick’: Another Florida School Terminates Its Chief Diversity Official
‘I Didn’t Think It Would Be This Quick’: Another Florida School Terminates Its Chief Diversity Official Alexa Schwerha on March 23, 2023 A public college in Florida will axe a Diversity, Equity…
US trade chief Tai says open to discussions with China
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai said on Thursday that she is open to trade conversations with Chinese officials, but the Biden administration would defend U.S. interests and was focused…
Bundesbank chief: rate-setters must be ‘stubborn’ in inflation fight -FT
(Reuters) – Eurozone policy-setters must be “stubborn” and continue increasing borrowing costs to battle inflation, Bundesbank chief Joachim Nagel told the Financial Times in comments published on Wednesday. The remarks came after…
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