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DC’s shadow representative will not run for reelection.

DC's shadow representative not seeking reelection

Oio Ourewa to Step Down from Role as Shadow Representative Oio Ourewa, the shadow representative for the District of Columbia, has announced he will not run for re-election in 2026 after serving for five years. “I’ve been incredibly proud of our work since I envisioned this office. From the moment I was elected in 2020, […]

How DOGE Created a Shadow X Account for a Government Agency

How DOGE Created a Shadow X Account for a Government Agency

DOGE Agency Operatives Create Unofficial SBA Social Media Account A few weeks ago, after the involvement of two members from the Government Efficiency Agency (DOGE), Donald Park and Edward Colistine, a new account emerged on X, known as @doge_sba. This account was tied to the Small Business Administration (SBA). Since 2010, the SBA’s official account […]

Reduce interest rates to 4%, shadow MPC advises Bank

Reduce interest rates to 4%, shadow MPC advises Bank

Calls for Interest Rate Cuts Amid Economic Concerns The Times Shadow Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is advocating for interest rate cuts for the fifth time this year to address what they describe as an “increasingly concerning” labor market and economic situation. Seven members of the Shadow Panel are suggesting a quarter-point reduction in the base […]

US imposes sanctions on Iranian oil smuggling network and ‘shadow fleet’

US imposes sanctions on Iranian oil smuggling network and 'shadow fleet'

US Targets Iran’s Oil Smuggling Networks The United States has intensified its efforts to disrupt Iran’s oil smuggling operations by targeting its “shadow fleet” as well as the networks operating within Iraq and Iran. This action comes alongside new sanctions aimed at cutting off Tehran’s financial resources, which are believed to support destabilizing activities. According […]

Cruise ship crimes reach a two-year peak, casting a negative shadow over the industry

Crime rates on cruise ships departing from the U.S. have increased over the past two years, which, understandably, could cast a shadow over travel plans, say experts. Statistics from the Ministry of Transport indicate that between January 1 and March 30, 2025, there were 48 reported crimes on ships, including 23 rapes, 10 sexual assaults, […]