US v Venezuela

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When people hear that the United States has “sanctioned” a country like Venezuela, the assumption is often that it’s a diplomatic slap on the wrist—or something close to war. The reality is more complex, more powerful, and far more consequential for ordinary businesses and individuals. At the same time, rhetoric around “regime change” or dramatic … Continue reading US v Venezuela →

Colonialism 2.0: France Now Audits Nigeria

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Nigeria just signed a tax data MoU with France — and it’s stirring serious debate. Here’s what happened: Nigeria’s tax authority, FIRS, agreed to work with France’s tax agency to modernise Nigeria’s tax system — using digital tools, AI audits, and better data analysis to track revenue and multinational companies. Supporters say it’s about capacity … Continue reading Colonialism 2.0: France Now Audits Nigeria →

Toxic Friends

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And how to identify them... Ever noticed how some people just seem to suck the energy out of you? Like, they're always around, but somehow they make you feel drained, inadequate, or even like you're the one who's going crazy? Yeah, that's not just your imagination. Sometimes, people can be super toxic, and it's not … Continue reading Toxic Friends →

Sarkozy

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Gaddafi and Sarkozy in 2007 Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy was on Thursday 25th September 2025, sentenced to 5 years in jail, for accepting million$ from former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi.Sarkozy was born in Paris in 1955, the son of a Hungarian immigrant father and a mother of Greek-Jewish descent. From those immigrant roots, he … Continue reading Sarkozy →