Global oil prices have surged to their highest levels in five months due to escalating tensions in the Gulf region, sparking concerns about potential disruptions to crude oil supplies. The increase comes after a series of incidents in Saudi Arabia and the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy shipments.
Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, rose by 3% to reach...
The U.S. government has unveiled a new whistleblower program aimed at encouraging the reporting of fraud involving federal operations, with financial rewards of up to $30,000 for information leading to the charging stage of a criminal case. The initiative, announced by President Donald Trump and Vice-President JD Vance, seeks to expand opportunities for whistleblowers beyond the existing False Claims Act, which currently offers eligible...
