Elf oil’s former CEO puts a new spin on the infamous Nigerian Scam. Perhaps more than any other public figure in France, including politicians elect, Loïk Le Floch-Prigent represents the country’s twisted political and financial ties to African heads of state. In 2003, Loïk Le Floch-Prigent, former CEO of the Elf oil company (now Total […]
IMF: THE POLITICS OF CURRENCY DEVALUATION AND AUSTERITY MEASURES
The reclaiming of Nigerian and African dignity The value and worth of a currency is determined by the wealth of a nation. In this era of global capitalism, a wealth of nation goes beyond the conventional valuation based on the natural and human resources. A nation’s image, perception, security and stability also played an important […]
Bug Forecast 2011: Don’t Get Bugged Out
Termites, ants and other pests thrive in moist conditions, and they’re expected to be especially prevalent across America this spring. Just how bad your pest problem will be this spring depends on several factors, including the region where you live and your most recent weather. To help potential insect victims, Dr. Bob Davis, Entomologist and […]
Inflation Versus Hyperinflation – The Crucial Difference
"Hyperinflation." You’ve heard the word. You may have talked about it on the golf course or at the dinner table. (Or even in the grocery store.) There is a difference, though, between inflation and hyperinflation. They are not the same thing. And for the most part, there is no gradual path from one to the […]
Piracy “Business” is Booming – for pirates, navies and merchenaries
From the SMCM (Somali Marine and Coastal Monitor): (and with a view on news with an impact on Somalia) The continuing plight of the sailors Efforts must be stepped up to free them (DailyStar) The state of uncertainty over the fate of the crew of MV Jahan Moni continues. There is little sign of […]
Independence Day Parade Celebrations held at all Districts Headquarters in Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar, August 15 (Scoop News) – Independence Day Parade Celebrations were held peacefully at all Districts and Tehsil Headquarters in Jammu &Kashmir.. Ali Mohammad Sagar unfurls National Flag at Pulwama Underlining the importance of dialogue in solving the various vexed problems, the Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs, Ali Mohammad Sagar […]
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