“Tidbits From TNT” Monday Morning 5-12-2025
TNT:
Tishwash: Monetary policy raises the value of the dinar and reduces reliance on the parallel market
The Iraqi dinar has recently recorded strong performance against the dollar, driven by a series of monetary measures adopted by the Central Bank, which have contributed to reducing demand for hard currency in the parallel market and enhancing the confidence of traders in official channels.
This improvement comes amid ongoing government efforts to consolidate financial stability and stimulate business activity through effective monetary instruments and transparent and direct financing mechanisms.
Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Kuwait, Dr. Ammar Hamad, confirmed to Al-Sabah that this increase reflects the success of the monetary policy pursued by the bank in reducing reliance on the parallel market and providing safe and transparent sources of financing for foreign trade. He explained that this policy has enabled the commercial family to obtain dollars through official channels that adhere to international standards, without having to resort to the unregulated market.
TNT:
Tishwash: Monetary policy raises the value of the dinar and reduces reliance on the parallel market
The Iraqi dinar has recently recorded strong performance against the dollar, driven by a series of monetary measures adopted by the Central Bank, which have contributed to reducing demand for hard currency in the parallel market and enhancing the confidence of traders in official channels.
This improvement comes amid ongoing government efforts to consolidate financial stability and stimulate business activity through effective monetary instruments and transparent and direct financing mechanisms.
Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Kuwait, Dr. Ammar Hamad, confirmed to Al-Sabah that this increase reflects the success of the monetary policy pursued by the bank in reducing reliance on the parallel market and providing safe and transparent sources of financing for foreign trade. He explained that this policy has enabled the commercial family to obtain dollars through official channels that adhere to international standards, without having to resort to the unregulated market.
Hamad noted that the Central Bank continues to work toward consolidating the local banking system and raising its operational efficiency to levels consistent with international banking standards, making it a fundamental pillar in driving economic development in Iraq. He added that the bank is adopting advanced mechanisms that enable banks to offer diverse banking products that support various economic sectors and facilitate financing and cash flow operations.
For his part, the Prime Minister's Advisor for Financial Affairs, Dr. Mazhar Mohammed Salih, explained that a number of factors contributed to strengthening the value of the dinar, most notably the weak demand for the dollar in the parallel market, as a result of the Central Bank's policies regarding financing foreign trade for the private sector. He explained that the bank strengthens Iraqi banks' dollar balances through their correspondents abroad, especially banks with a high credit rating (AAA), which speeds up the execution of international transfers and reduces the need for dollars in the local market.
He also indicated that the move towards using alternative currencies such as the euro, yuan, dirham, and lira in banking transactions has helped reduce excessive reliance on the dollar.
Saleh also noted that enabling small businesses to access financing sources directly through Iraqi banks, without costly intermediaries, has helped reduce operating costs and improved commercial efficiency, as this segment represents approximately 60% of private sector trade. He added that travelers can now easily obtain their foreign currency dues via payment cards at a subsidized exchange rate of 1,320 dinars to the dollar, in addition to the ability to receive dollars in cash at Iraqi airports, which has eased pressure on the parallel market.
In the same context, economic expert Nazir Al-Saadi emphasized that the money transfer services provided by the Central Bank have become safer and more effective, which has prompted business families to move away from the parallel market, which is characterized by significant risks and high costs.
He explained that relying on official transfers not only ensures the safety of transactions, but also reduces the final cost of imports, which is positively reflected in the prices offered to consumers. He added that random transfers from the parallel market often caused losses to importers due to failure to implement them or due to price fluctuations, while the Central Bank mechanism provides a stable financial system that preserves the value of the currency and reduces Opportunities for manipulation. link
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Tishwash: The US Embassy: the participation of an Iraqi delegation in an annual investment summit.
The US Embassy in Baghdad announced on Sunday that an Iraqi delegation will participate in the annual SelectUSA Investment Summit this May.
The embassy said in a statement that it is leading a delegation of 46 business leaders from Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, to the United States to participate in the annual SelectUSA Investment Summit, which is being held in the Washington, D.C., area from May 11-14.
The embassy added that the delegation "includes a diverse range of sectors, including technology, cybersecurity, tourism, hospitality, food and beverage, franchising, agriculture, construction, investment, pharmaceuticals, real estate, and oil and gas. This diversity highlights the broad opportunities for cooperation and investment between the United States and Iraq."
It emphasized that the summit "is the largest event dedicated to promoting foreign direct investment in the United States," noting that it "brings together international investors, representatives from state and local governments, and government officials to facilitate investment in the American economy."
She explained that the summit "is organized by the Ministry of Trade and provides essential information and services to help foreign investors navigate the investment process in the United States," noting that it "aims to help Iraqis identify investment opportunities in the United States and grow their businesses."
The embassy continued in its statement, "This visit is part of a series of important visits aimed at strengthening economic relations between Iraq and the United States across various sectors."
It concluded by saying, "During May, a delegation from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation visited Baghdad, and in April, more than 100 businessmen and companies from the American-Iraqi Chamber of Commerce participated in a business forum in Baghdad." link
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Tishwash: The 2025 budget schedules will be finalized by the end of May.
MP Baqir Al-Saadi stressed that "the existence of 2025 budget schedules is important to ensure project funding and provide financial support for local governments, enabling them to proceed with implementing service projects across all sectors."
Al-Saadi indicated in a press interview seen by (Al-Masry Al-Youm, Sunday 5/11/2025) that “the 2025 budget schedules will be decided by the end of this May.”
He said, "Despite talk of the possibility of postponing the budget resolution until after the November 2025 elections, there are indications that the budget schedules may be finalized by the end of this month. Thus, after the end of the legislative recess, the parliament will have the opportunity to finalize it or hold extraordinary sessions to discuss and vote on it."
He explained that "the delay in finalizing these schedules and the Cabinet's failure to send them to the Parliamentary Finance Committee for review before submitting them to the Parliament Presidency for a vote has negative repercussions on the funding of service projects in ministries and local governments." link
Mot: ... Don't Forget – Grandma
More News, Rumors and Opinions Sunday PM 5-11-2025
US Should Back a Debt Instrument Backed by Gold
Gold Telegraph: 5-10-2025
BREAKING NEWS: THE INFLOW INTO PHYSICALLY BACKED GOLD EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS IN APRIL WAS THE LARGEST SINCE 2022 WITH CHINA-LISTED FUNDS LEADING THE MOVE
China…
“The inflow intensified in April when the world’s two largest economies exchanged t*t-for-tat import tariffs…”
US Should Back a Debt Instrument Backed by Gold
Gold Telegraph: 5-10-2025
BREAKING NEWS: THE INFLOW INTO PHYSICALLY BACKED GOLD EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS IN APRIL WAS THE LARGEST SINCE 2022 WITH CHINA-LISTED FUNDS LEADING THE MOVE
China…
“The inflow intensified in April when the world’s two largest economies exchanged t*t-for-tat import tariffs…”
BREAKING NEWS: U*****E IS STARTING TO CONSIDER A SHIFT AWAY FROM THE U.S. DOLLAR, POSSIBLY LINKING ITS CURRENCY MORE CLOSELY TO THE EURO
Plot twist.
“Some European countries that do not use the euro, including Denmark, peg their currencies to the euro using the European exchange rate…”
The National Bank of Poland governor says gold is a shield against global instability and a cornerstone of economic sovereignty. Central bankers are starting to say the quiet part out loud…
My friend Judy Shelton (@judyshel) is a fearless patriot and leading voice for sound money… Unafraid to confront the silent destruction of fiat currency. The United States should back a debt instrument backed by GOLD.
Judy Shelton: If you don’t mind going back to 2012, here’s an article I wrote published in the Cato Journal describing how to issue gold-backed Treasury bonds as an important first step on the road to sound money, both at home and abroad. https://search.app/32iVUvRBJFyBh6
BREAKING NEWS: BANKS AND BROKERS ARE SEEING RISING DEMAND FOR CURRENCY DERIVATIVES THAT BYPASS THE DOLLAR… BYPASSING THE DOLLAR IS GAINING MOMENTUM IN ASIA
The momentum is no longer being questioned.
“The attempt to find alternatives is another sign that companies and investors are turning their backs on the world’s reserve currency…”
Wall Street banks say investors managing trillions are beginning to scale back their exposure to United States assets. Again, the foundation is shaking.
China just greenlit the use of foreign currency by banks to fund expanded gold imports. China is ramping up gold buying… Swapping U.S. dollars for hard assets. The world is starting to piece it together. Big.
Source(s): https://x.com/GoldTelegraph_/status/1920512888348839967
Courtesy of Dinar Guru: https://www.dinarguru.com/
PompeyPeter What we know is the budget hasn't been activated. We also on Saturday the 17th in Baghdad Sudani heads up the Arab Summit...29 countries of the Arab Leak. I think Big Don is going to be there as well. That's the word on the street...
Militia Man This is an event that's going to be historic...Investors put their money where their mouth is....$88 billion invested in Iraq in 2023/24...There's an estimated $400 to $500 billion more on the way. That's massive! A half a trillion dollars is huge. Why? Iraq told us they have $16 trillion worth of rare earth and that doesn't even include the taxes and tariffs at the borders...The list goes on an on. To think there's not going to be an adjustment so Iraq can enter and be integrated into the International financial system is flat-out silly. But there's still a lot of people that believe that. That's ok, it's not meant for everybody.
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GOLD RUSH HOUR: The Day the Dollar Resets—How Life as You Know It Will Change
Taylor Kenny: 5-11-2025
In this episode of Gold Rush Hour, Taylor Kenney and ITM Trading President Eric Griffin dig into the hidden warning signs of a dying dollar, rising volatility, and what history tells us about currency resets.
With gold hitting new highs and the Fed denying reality, we ask: are we already in the final stage of the dollar’s life cycle?
A Currency-Market ‘Avalanche’ Is Heading For The U.S. Dollar, And The Tremors Started This Week
A Currency-Market ‘Avalanche’ Is Heading For The U.S. Dollar, And The Tremors Started This Week
Joseph Adinolfi Wed, May 7, 2025 MarketWatch
Investors have valid reasons to be concerned about wild swings in the global currency market over the past few days, according to one market veteran.
Since late 2022, Stephen Jen, chief executive and co-chief investment officer of Eurizon SLJ Capital, has been warning about the possibility that the U.S. dollar could be vulnerable to a sudden, disorderly depreciation, which he has likened to an “avalanche.”
A Currency-Market ‘Avalanche’ Is Heading For The U.S. Dollar, And The Tremors Started This Week
Joseph Adinolfi Wed, May 7, 2025 MarketWatch
Investors have valid reasons to be concerned about wild swings in the global currency market over the past few days, according to one market veteran.
Since late 2022, Stephen Jen, chief executive and co-chief investment officer of Eurizon SLJ Capital, has been warning about the possibility that the U.S. dollar could be vulnerable to a sudden, disorderly depreciation, which he has likened to an “avalanche.”
Jen thinks that moment may have finally arrived. In a report shared with MarketWatch on Wednesday, Jen and co-author Joana Freire said that the sudden spike in the value of the Taiwan dollar and other Asian currencies could be a prelude to a bigger selloff in the greenback.
“We continue to believe the risks of investors being blind-sided by such a non-linear sell-off in the dollar continue to rise. The sharp sell-off in [the Taiwan dollar] last week is such an example. There will be others, we predict,” they said in the report.
In the view of Jen and Freire, changes in the geopolitical landscape, interest-rate spreads or other factors could inspire U.S. trading partners to start dumping the massive stores of dollars and dollar-denominated assets they have accumulated since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020.
They calculated that the pile of at-risk dollars held by China, Taiwan, Malaysia, Vietnam and other major Asian exporters has topped $2.5 trillion, a tally that has recently been rising by about $500 billion a year. Some of this money has been parked in liquid money-market instruments that aren’t included in data on international investment flows, Jen said.
The chart below shows the cumulative trade surpluses that major Asian exporters have accumulated with the U.S. since the start of 2020. It shows that the biggest “avalanche” risk for the dollar stems from Malaysia, Taiwan, Singapore, China and Vietnam.
If local exporters were to unload even a portion of their dollar holdings, it could cause the buck to weaken substantially. The risk is compounded by the fact that these market participants know the dollar is overvalued, Jen said, which could encourage them to cut and run if the greenback continues to weaken.
“The overhang of liquid dollar holdings is just too large if the dollar weakens, the Fed cuts interest rates, and China stages a cyclical rebound,” Jen and Freire said.
The Federal Reserve wasn’t expected to cut rates on Wednesday at the conclusion of its two-day policy meeting, but expectations have been growing for cuts totaling 75 basis points in 2025.
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News, Rumors and Opinions Sunday 5-11-2025
Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.
RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Sun. 11 May 2025
Compiled Sun. 11 May 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington
Global Financial Crisis:
Sat. 10 May 2025 The Quantum Reset has begun. And this time, it’s backed by more than code. It’s backed by history, momentum, and a world finally ready to say: Enough. …Julian Assange on Telegram
Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.
RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Sun. 11 May 2025
Compiled Sun. 11 May 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington
Global Financial Crisis:
Sat. 10 May 2025 The Quantum Reset has begun. And this time, it’s backed by more than code. It’s backed by history, momentum, and a world finally ready to say: Enough. …Julian Assange on Telegram
Sat. 12 April 2025 The U.S. just (allegedly) triggered the Global Currency Reset (GCR) and the Revaluation (RV), shattering the corrupt system that’s enslaved the world for decades.
Fri. 11 April 2025 a classified Tier 1 operation (allegedly) quietly began. $500 trillion is now moving through the global system through perfectly timed veils of tariffs.
Trump’s trade war was about taking down the rigged currency game. The U.S. Trade Representative is now (allegedly) enforcing currency revaluations as part of new deals. No more manipulation. No more fake valuations. No more China cheating the dollar.
The Federal Reserve plans to print $9.5 trillion to buy out global gold. But the moment they move, the dollar hits ZERO. Gold will shoot to infinity.
Inside the Tier 1 Blueprint for a Silent $500 Trillion Reset as Global Financial Realignment Is Already in Motion
Over $500 trillion in frozen or hidden assets is now (allegedly) being introduced back into circulation under humanitarian cover. This structure prevents manipulation, bypasses corruption, and protects the mission: 80% of the funds directed toward humanitarian infrastructure, 1% for logistical discretion, and 19% anchored in U.S. Treasury bonds to stabilize the sovereign narrative and avoid inflationary shocks.
Tariffs provide the smokescreen. Governments declare economic wins as hidden financial pathways quietly funnel resources through redemption frameworks unknown to the public.
This operation will never be called a reset. It will be labeled as “liquidity flow alignment,” “sovereign debt stabilization,” or “post-pandemic optimization.” But make no mistake: this is a reverse-engineered correction of economic plunder. The theft of wealth, time, and global potential is (allegedly) being quietly reversed—without ever admitting the theft occurred.
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Sat 10 May 2025 TRUMP ACTIVATES GESARA – GLOBAL RESET IN MOTION …Ben Fulford on Telegram
May 8, 2025 — It’s official: GESARA is LIVE. Redemption Centers are (allegedly) operational. Biometric NDAs are being enforced. Quantum Access Cards distributed. Digital gold wallets activated. And StarLink has become the digital backbone of the global reset. The war for financial freedom is no longer coming — it has BEGUN.
Trump’s Executive Order from April 10 (allegedly) TERMINATED the Federal Reserve. All Fed assets are now in U.S. Treasury control under the QFS. Every major transaction in the restored Republic must now pass through Quantum Voting System sovereignty checks. The days of globalist central banking are (allegedly) OVER.
Global Debt Cancellation is HAPPENING NOW. Sources from Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe confirm sovereign debt is being wiped — quietly, under biometric NDA lock. Nations once crushed by the IMF and BIS are walking free. Break that NDA? Instant QFS lockout. No appeal. No warning.
Redemption Centers are real. In Reno, Zurich, and Shanghai, Tier 3 and 4B individuals are (allegedly) being called in, scanned, verified, and issued Quantum Cards linked to gold-backed digital wallets. Offline. Immune to the old system. Verified funds — already visible.
StarLink is not a comms system — it’s the QFS backbone. Hundreds of satellites now serve as military-grade financial nodes. Encrypted, (allegedly) unhackable. This is why dozens of global banks are “upgrading” — forced into GESARA compliance. Bank failures are not glitches. They’re cleansing ops.
The fiat system is COLLAPSING. Every major currency — dollar, euro, yuan — is falling under the weight of asset-backed reform. New currencies are already being sandboxed in Brazil, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, and parts of the restored U.S.
GESARA is NOT a theory. It’s OPERATIONAL. Iceland, Hungary, Brazil — already moving. The U.S. is next. As the globalist parasites fall, a synchronized transition unfolds.
This is it.
Read full post here: https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/11/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-may-11-2025/
Courtesy of Dinar Guru: https://www.dinarguru.com/
Militia Man It's about Iraq but it's not all about Iraq because the impact that a revaluation will have on the region and trading partners. The world is going to be a part of this...When they turn it on everybody else needs to be ready for that. That's when it comes to the central bank and the Bank of International Settlements...the central bank of all central banks.
Frank26 If you listen very closely, if you watch very closely not what they say but what they do...then without a doubt I believe that what we are looking for is already here and it's already been exposed because it's no secret in the way the community around the world internationally is reacting. Everybody knows. Even the man on the moon.
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Europe’s Final Act: Germany & EU Head for Disaster, "Only Collapse Will Change Europe" I Marc Faber
Soar financially: 5-11-2025
Dr. Marc Faber returns to Soar Financially with a raw, unfiltered breakdown of the global economic powder keg.
From Trump’s dangerous tariff games to Europe’s trillion-dollar debt blunders and the collapse of socialist systems, Faber holds nothing back.
Is gold expensive or still cheap at $3,400?
Why is the dollar doomed but still dominant?
And are the BRICs about to shake the world order?
Timestamps
00:00 - Faber on Trump: “12-year-old brain”
01:00 - Europe’s $1T debt madness & irrelevance
04:30 - Socialism’s grip & subsidy addiction
08:00 - Germany lifts debt brake: A new disaster?
10:00 - Paper money = worthless?
12:00 - Why democracies can’t cut spending
14:00 - Tariff traps & US economic blindspots
20:00 - Dollar is doomed… but still king
23:00 - Investing across currencies: the FX problem
27:00 - BRICS, China, & emerging market moves
31:00 - Why Hong Kong still works
35:00 - $3,500 gold: panic or protection?
38:00 - Gold vs silver vs platinum
BRICS Cracking Western Empire as Global Financial Reset Accelerates
BRICS Cracking Western Empire as Global Financial Reset Accelerates
Lena Petrova: 5-10-2025
For decades, the US dollar has reigned supreme as the undisputed king of global finance. Its dominance has underpinned international trade, served as the primary reserve currency for nations worldwide, and granted the United States unparalleled economic leverage.
However, rumblings of discontent have been growing, and a powerful force is emerging that threatens to challenge this long-standing status quo: the BRICS alliance.
BRICS Cracking Western Empire as Global Financial Reset Accelerates
Lena Petrova: 5-10-2025
For decades, the US dollar has reigned supreme as the undisputed king of global finance. Its dominance has underpinned international trade, served as the primary reserve currency for nations worldwide, and granted the United States unparalleled economic leverage.
However, rumblings of discontent have been growing, and a powerful force is emerging that threatens to challenge this long-standing status quo: the BRICS alliance.
The BRICS nations – Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa – representing a significant portion of the world’s population and economic output, have been actively pursuing a policy of de-dollarization.
This multifaceted strategy aims to reduce reliance on the US dollar in international trade and financial transactions, ultimately paving the way for a more multipolar global financial system.
Several factors are driving this push for de-dollarization. Firstly, the perceived weaponization of the dollar by the US, particularly through sanctions, has created a desire for alternative economic pathways. Nations feel vulnerable when their access to the global financial system can be unilaterally restricted by Washington.
Secondly, the BRICS countries are increasingly frustrated with the inherent disadvantages of the dollar-centric system. They argue that it necessitates holding large reserves of US dollars, exposes them to US monetary policy decisions, and limits their economic sovereignty.
Finally, the ambition to create a truly multipolar world, both politically and economically, fuels the de-dollarization agenda. The BRICS nations seek to assert their influence on the global stage and challenge the long-held dominance of the West.
The de-dollarization efforts of the BRICS nations are undeniably contributing to a potential shift in the global financial landscape.
While a complete dismantling of the dollar’s dominance is unlikely in the near future, the erosion of its influence is becoming increasingly apparent. This could be interpreted as a gradual “reset” of the global financial order.
Despite the momentum behind de-dollarization, significant challenges remain. The US dollar’s deep-rooted infrastructure, network effects, and safe-haven status are formidable obstacles. Furthermore, ensuring the stability and credibility of alternative currencies and payment systems is crucial for their widespread adoption.
The BRICS alliance’s pursuit of de-dollarization represents a significant challenge to the existing global financial order. While the path to a truly multipolar system is long and complex, the efforts to reduce reliance on the US dollar are gaining traction and could lead to a fundamental shift in the balance of economic power.
The acceleration of these efforts suggests that a global financial reset, characterized by increased multipolarity and a redistribution of economic power, is not just a possibility, but an unfolding reality. The future will undoubtedly witness a more contested and fragmented global financial landscape, where the dominance of the US dollar is no longer taken for granted.
The Forgotten History: 5 Surprising Facts About Mother's Day You Never Knew
The Forgotten History: 5 Surprising Facts About Mother's Day You Never Knew
By MSTIMES•5/04/2025
The Evolution of Mother's Day: A Journey Through Time
Have you ever wondered about the real story behind Mother's Day? While we all celebrate this special occasion with flowers, cards, and gifts, the rich history of Mother's Day traditions holds fascinating surprises that many people don't know. Today, we're exploring five remarkable facts about Mother's Day that reveal its complex origins and evolution throughout history.
Many of us think of Mother's Day as a modern holiday created by greeting card companies, but its roots actually stretch back to ancient times. The traditions surrounding maternal celebration have evolved dramatically over centuries, taking different forms across cultures while maintaining the central theme of honoring motherhood.
The Forgotten History: 5 Surprising Facts About Mother's Day You Never Knew
By MSTIMES•5/04/2025
The Evolution of Mother's Day: A Journey Through Time
Have you ever wondered about the real story behind Mother's Day? While we all celebrate this special occasion with flowers, cards, and gifts, the rich history of Mother's Day traditions holds fascinating surprises that many people don't know. Today, we're exploring five remarkable facts about Mother's Day that reveal its complex origins and evolution throughout history.
Many of us think of Mother's Day as a modern holiday created by greeting card companies, but its roots actually stretch back to ancient times. The traditions surrounding maternal celebration have evolved dramatically over centuries, taking different forms across cultures while maintaining the central theme of honoring motherhood.
Ancient Roots: Mother's Day Celebrations Before Modern Times
The concept of honoring mothers dates back thousands of years, far beyond the modern holiday we celebrate today. In ancient Greece, spring festivals were dedicated to Rhea, the mother of many deities in Greek mythology. Similarly, the Romans celebrated a festival called Hilaria, which honored Cybele, a mother goddess, in March. These ancient Mother's Day traditions provided the earliest foundations for our modern celebration.
What many people don't realize is that these ancient celebrations weren't focused on individual mothers as much as they were on motherhood as a divine concept. The worship of mother goddesses represented fertility, protection, and the continuation of life itself - concepts that still resonate with our modern understanding of motherhood.
Ancient Culture Maternal Celebration Deity Honored Approximate Time Period
Greek Spring Festival Rhea 6th century BCE
Roman Hilaria Festival Cybele March 15-27, Roman calendar
Celtic/Gaelic Seasonal celebrations Various mother goddesses Pre-Christian era
Egyptian Festivals Isis Ancient Egyptian period
Mothering Sunday: The Christian Connection
One of the most surprising facts about Mother's Day is its connection to Christian traditions. In 16th century England, a practice called "Mothering Sunday" emerged on the fourth Sunday of Lent. Originally, this was less about honoring mothers and more about returning to one's "mother church" (the main cathedral of the area). Domestic servants were given the day off to visit their home parish and families.
Over time, this religious observance evolved into a more secular celebration where children would present their mothers with flowers and small gifts. This tradition of Mothering Sunday became a precursor to our modern Mother's Day traditions, though with distinctive religious overtones that have largely faded from today's celebration. While American Mother's Day has different origins, this European tradition shows how maternal celebrations have taken various forms throughout history.
The Surprising Anti-War Origins of American Mother's Day
Perhaps the most unexpected fact about Mother's Day is that its American origins are deeply rooted in peace activism. In the 1850s, Ann Reeves Jarvis organized "Mother's Day Work Clubs" to improve sanitary conditions and lower infant mortality. During the Civil War, these clubs declared their neutrality and cared for wounded soldiers from both sides.
Following Ann's death, her daughter Anna Jarvis campaigned for a day to honor mothers, leading to the first official Mother's Day celebration in 1908. What's truly remarkable about these Mother's Day origins is that Anna Jarvis envisioned it as a day of peace and maternal values that could heal the divides of war. Julia Ward Howe, another influential figure, proposed a "Mother's Day for Peace" in 1870, where mothers would unite to promote disarmament.
The connection between Mother's Day and anti-war sentiment represents one of the most powerful Mother's Day traditions that has been largely forgotten. Ironically, this holiday born from pacifist ideals has transformed into one of the most commercially successful celebrations of the year.
Key Figure Contribution to Mother's Day Year
Ann Reeves Jarvis Created "Mother's Day Work Clubs" 1850s
Julia Ward Howe Proposed "Mother's Day for Peace" 1870
Anna Jarvis Campaigned for official Mother's Day Early 1900s
President Woodrow Wilson Signed Mother's Day proclamation 1914
The White Carnation: Symbol with a Forgotten Meaning
When exploring Mother's Day traditions, we can't overlook the significance of the white carnation. Anna Jarvis chose this flower as the emblem of Mother's Day for its symbolic qualities. She selected white carnations because they represented the purity and endurance of a mother's love. The tradition began when Jarvis delivered 500 white carnations to the first official Mother's Day service in Grafton, West Virginia.
Over time, the tradition evolved to differentiate between honoring living and deceased mothers: white carnations came to honor deceased mothers, while colored carnations celebrated living ones. This symbolic practice represents one of the most poignant Mother's Day facts that has faded from common knowledge. Today, while flowers remain central to Mother's Day celebrations, the specific symbolism of carnations and their colors has largely been forgotten as roses and other blooms have become more popular.
The Founder's Rejection of Commercialization
Perhaps the most ironic fact about Mother's Day is that its founder, Anna Jarvis, eventually came to despise what the holiday had become. By the 1920s, Jarvis was actively fighting against the commercialization of Mother's Day. She was arrested for disturbing the peace at a carnation sale fundraiser and spent her later years and inheritance campaigning against the holiday she had created.
Jarvis had envisioned Mother's Day as a deeply personal celebration where children would spend time writing heartfelt letters to their mothers expressing gratitude. The flourishing industry of pre-made cards, candy, and flowers seemed to her a corruption of the holiday's original intent. This stands as one of the most surprising Mother's Day facts: its creator became its most vocal critic.
Year Mother's Day Development Anna Jarvis's Response
1908 First official Mother's Day celebration Full support and organization
1914 National holiday declaration Initial satisfaction with recognition
1920s Growing commercialization Active opposition and protests
1940s Fully commercialized holiday Legal battles against commercialization
Global Variations: Mother's Day Around the World
While American Mother's Day traditions are widely known, it's fascinating to discover how this celebration varies across cultures. In Thailand, Mother's Day is celebrated on August 12, the birthday of Queen Sirikit, who is regarded as the mother of the country. In Ethiopia, families gather for the Antrosht festival at the end of the rainy season, where daughters bring vegetables and cheese while sons contribute meat.
These international Mother's Day traditions highlight the universal importance of honoring maternal figures while showcasing unique cultural expressions. In Mexico and many Latin American countries, Mother's Day (Día de las Madres) is a fixed date on May 10 rather than the second Sunday in May, and typically involves serenades, special church services, and elaborate meals.
The Japanese celebration of Mother's Day, known as "Haha no Hi," became popular after World War II and originally involved giving carnations, similar to American traditions. However, it has evolved to include children drawing pictures of their mothers and helping with household chores as expressions of gratitude.
Preserving the True Meaning of Mother's Day
Understanding these surprising facts about Mother's Day traditions can help us reconnect with the holiday's deeper significance. While commercial aspects have become firmly established, we can still honor the original spirit of Mother's Day by incorporating more personal and meaningful gestures alongside purchased gifts.
The rich history of Mother's Day reminds us that this celebration has always been about expressing genuine gratitude and acknowledging the invaluable contributions mothers make to our lives and society. Whether through ancient ritual, religious observance, or modern celebration, honoring motherhood transcends time and culture.
As we approach another Mother's Day, perhaps we can take inspiration from its complex origins. We might write heartfelt letters as Anna Jarvis intended, contribute to peace and social justice causes in honor of its activist roots, or simply spend quality time creating memories with the maternal figures in our lives. In doing so, we can celebrate Mother's Day traditions in ways that are both personally meaningful and historically mindful.
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Iraq Economic News And Points To Ponder Sunday Morning 5-11-25
Government Advisor: Contracting With International Auditing Firms Is A Key Step To Modernizing The Economic Structure
Economy Baghdad - INA - Nassar Al-Hajj Adviser to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, confirmed today, Friday, that contracting with international auditing firms to evaluate the banking sector is a key step to modernizing the economic structure.
While explaining that these firms are independent and unaffected by pressures and interests, he indicated that this modernization contributes to strengthening confidence in the Iraqi financial market and reform in this sector, and encourages a move away from the informal cash economy.
Government Advisor: Contracting With International Auditing Firms Is A Key Step To Modernizing The Economic Structure
Economy Baghdad - INA - Nassar Al-Hajj Adviser to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, confirmed today, Friday, that contracting with international auditing firms to evaluate the banking sector is a key step to modernizing the economic structure.
While explaining that these firms are independent and unaffected by pressures and interests, he indicated that this modernization contributes to strengthening confidence in the Iraqi financial market and reform in this sector, and encourages a move away from the informal cash economy.
Advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, told the Iraqi News Agency (INA):
"The statements made by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani during his recent important meeting with the chairmen of the boards of directors of private banks in Iraq or their representatives are consistent with the banking reform policy in Iraq, particularly highlighting the importance of contracting with international firms for financial auditing and assessing the status of the banking market in our country.
This represents a fundamental step and a foundation towards comprehensively modernizing the economic structure, while
simultaneously reflecting a drive to rebuild trust and cohesion within the financial sector in general and the banking market in particular."
He added, "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's statements undoubtedly represent reform axes that do not deviate from the principles of the government's approach that state institutions have followed over the past few years.
The primary goal of banking reform is to modernize it to align with international standards in governance, compliance, and transparency, particularly in providing confidence and efficiency in the provision of banking services to society with a broad framework of integrity and credibility in banking work."
He noted that "the Prime Minister's speech focused on the need to encourage investment by ensuring a reliable banking system that supports financial inclusion and efforts to transition to a digital economy, electronic payments, and all digital transactions."
He explained that "the Prime Minister's speech focused on the importance of contracting with international auditing firms to re-evaluate the conditions of banks, both private and government-owned, based on a single premise:
ensuring their institutional capabilities to
uncover any financial loopholes in the country's banking system,
verify the integrity of accounting and administrative procedures within local banks, and
provide an accurate assessment of the financial suitability of banking institutions.
This supports reform plans with real data to take effective steps to build a long-awaited, integrated and efficient banking system."
He indicated that "these international companies possess advanced auditing expertise and technologies, undoubtedly supported by local competence.
In addition, the international auditing and accounting firms currently undertaking the banking sector evaluation process
are independent entities, unaffected by pressures and interests, and
provide greater credibility to the international community and investors,
which enhances confidence in our country's financial market." He continued,
"Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's speech did not depart from the
fundamental principles of financial and banking reform, which are based on
encouraging citizens and companies to deposit funds and
engage in credit transactions with banks instead of the informal cash economy.
This is achieved by creating an attractive investment environment based on transparent and stable banking institutions,
with the goal of supporting the private sector with effective loans and financial services.
This contributes to creating job opportunities and sustainable development within the aforementioned private sector, which is the true partner of the state in economic progress and prosperity in Iraq."
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani chaired a meeting of the heads of the boards of directors of Iraqi banks,
during which mechanisms for implementing the banking reform plans prepared by the government were discussed as part of comprehensive reforms of the economic sector.
During the meeting, according to an official statement, the Prime Minister emphasized that "all state sectors are linked to the existence of an effective and flexible banking system that relies on modern technologies."
He noted that "the government has adopted comprehensive plans for banking reform and contracted with private financial auditing companies, including all banks, and has made significant progress in implementation."
He explained that "the work of the First Rafidain Bank will launch with a new look and vision, in partnership with specialized and well-known banks."
He pointed to "the formulation of a clear roadmap to address the conditions of the private banking sector, as a partner in development."
He emphasized the need for cooperation during the next phase to take effective steps in economic reform.
He pointed to "the state's distancing from detailed intervention in sectors and assuming a regulatory role," indicating efforts to
"engage the private sector and foreign companies in all mega-projects, as well as
support local productive sectors and
absorb the imported cash flow."
Providing domestic goods and services to citizens as an alternative to imports and
ensuring support for local investment.
The Prime Minister directed "banks to
simplify procedures and
participate broadly in the development process, as well as to
participate as investors in all available opportunities,
move toward partnerships with foreign companies, and
work to build trust with citizens,
which will help ensure they feel confident depositing their money in banks."
https://www.ina.iq/233881--.html
For current and reliable Iraqi news please visit: https://www.bondladyscorner.com/
Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Sunday Morning 5-11-25
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XRP BECOMES FIRST REGULATED CRYPTO IN THE U.S. AFTER RIPPLE-SEC SETTLEMENT
▪️__Ripple settles with the SEC, paying a reduced $50 million fine.__
▪️__The SEC acknowledges XRP is not a security on public exchanges, making it uniquely regulated in the US.__
▪️__This clarity is expected to boost XRP adoption and allow Ripple to focus on global expansion.__
Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Sunday Morning 5-11-25
Good morning Dinar Recaps,
XRP BECOMES FIRST REGULATED CRYPTO IN THE U.S. AFTER RIPPLE-SEC SETTLEMENT
▪️__Ripple settles with the SEC, paying a reduced $50 million fine.__
▪️__The SEC acknowledges XRP is not a security on public exchanges, making it uniquely regulated in the US.__
▪️__This clarity is expected to boost XRP adoption and allow Ripple to focus on global expansion.__
The long-running Ripple vs. SEC battle has finally reached a conclusion, and the outcome could reshape the crypto industry.
Ripple Labs has agreed to settle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, ending a legal fight that has lasted for years. As part of the settlement, Ripple will pay a reduced fine of $50 million. But the real headline is this: the SEC has officially acknowledged that XRP is not a security when traded on public exchanges.
XRP is now the only cryptocurrency with clear legal recognition in the United States. And that could open the door to serious institutional adoption.
Ripple Cuts Deal, SEC Walks Back Without Admitting Defeat
Originally, Ripple was ordered to pay a $125 million fine. But under the new agreement, the company will pay just $50 million, with $75 million being returned. Ripple and the SEC will ask the court to lift the previous injunction, closing the case and canceling any ongoing appeals.
The SEC made it clear in its statement that settling the case doesn’t mean it was wrong in its approach. Instead, it says this move reflects a shift in how it plans to handle crypto regulation going forward.
It also stressed that this settlement applies only to Ripple and won’t affect other enforcement actions in the crypto space.
Regulatory Attitudes Are Starting to Shift
Italian crypto expert Fabio Zuccara believes the U.S. government’s approach to crypto is becoming more constructive. He said the Biden administration, once viewed as destructive to the industry, now seems to be taking a more balanced approach.
Zuccara also pointed out that several crypto-related lawsuits have recently been dropped, further suggesting a change in direction from regulators.
XRP Trading Volume and Price Surge
The news has caused a major surge in XRP trading activity. The daily trading volume spiked from $1.2 billion to $4.2 billion, and the price climbed rapidly:
May 1: $2.19
May 8: $2.32 (9.5% daily jump)
May 10: $2.37 (2.4% 24-hour surge)
In total, XRP has gained nearly 11.92% since May 8, and is up 7.6% over the last seven days.
What’s Next for XRP and Ripple?
Zuccara states that XRP now holds a unique advantage as the only crypto with legal clarity in the U.S. — a factor that may boost institutional investment and corporate adoption.
With the lawsuit behind them, Ripple is expected to resume global expansion, focusing on cross-border payments and liquidity solutions using XRP.
Earlier reports suggested the legal fight had distracted Ripple from its core business operations, but the company can now refocus on innovation and growth.
Institutional Interest in XRP Grows
Ripple’s legal clarity is already paying off. Recently, CFTC-regulated XRP futures products were launched in the U.S., signaling increased institutional confidence in the digital asset.
Conclusion
The Ripple-SEC settlement marks a historic turning point in U.S. crypto regulation. With XRP now legally recognized and regulated, it opens a new path for other crypto firms seeking similar clarity. As regulatory uncertainty fades, Ripple is poised for global growth, and XRP may emerge as the go-to digital asset for institutions and enterprises alike.
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Source: Coinpedia
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SAUDI ARABIA ESCHEWS FORMAL BRICS MEMBERSHIP TO AVOID ANTAGONIZING US: REPORT
The nation of Saudi Arabia is reportedly forgoing formal membership in the intercontinental economic alliance BRICS as a means of avoiding antagonizing the US.
According to a new report by Reuters, two anonymous sources familiar with the matter say that Saudi Arabia – which was invited to BRICS in 2023 – is holding off on formally joining the alliance despite joining one of their meetings in Brazil last week and being listed as a member on the group’s website.
The inclusion of Saudi Arabia in BRICS is a diplomatically sensitive issue, and the nation has refrained from formally joining the economic bloc as it did not want to anger the US and President Trump.
BRICS – which officially formed in 2009 – is an alliance between Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa and other countries as a means of countering Western economic dominance. In 2024, it expanded to include other nations, such as Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates.
Saudi Arabia’s hesitancy to join is due to it being caught between China, its biggest exporter of oil, and the US, its security and technology partner. The US is poised to offer Saudi Arabia a $100 billion arms deal.
Last December, Trump threatened to raise tariffs on all BRICS nations to 100% if the alliance committed to creating a new currency or to another currency that would usurp the US dollar.
As stated by Trump at the time:
“The idea that the BRICS Countries are trying to move away from the dollar while we stand by and watch is OVER. We require a commitment from these countries that they will neither create a new BRICS currency, nor back any other currency to replace the mighty US dollar or, they will face 100% tariffs, and should expect to say goodbye to selling into the wonderful US economy.”
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Source: DailyHodl
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3 NON-BRICS NATIONS HAD PLANNED TO LAUNCH OWN CURRENCY, WHAT HAPPENED?
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger’s Proposed Currency to Replace Dollar and Franc Fizzles Out
Initial Ambition: In 2023, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger announced plans to launch a new regional currency, seeking independence from the US dollar and the French-backed CFA franc—symbols of their colonial past.
Aims of the Currency: The initiative was positioned as a sovereignty move, part of broader efforts by the military-led Alliance of Sahel States (AES) to assert autonomy following a string of coups.
No Follow-Through: Nearly a year later, no concrete updates or progress have been reported. Experts now doubt the viability of the project due to:
Weak domestic currencies
Limited institutional capacity
Low international trust or demand for a new currency
Rhetoric vs. Reality: Analysts argue the proposal was more symbolic than strategic, noting even larger economies like BRICS have struggled to create a rival currency to the dollar.
Implication: The stalled effort underscores how currency independence is a monumental task, requiring more than political will—especially for nations grappling with economic instability and weak global leverage.
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Tidbits From TNT” Sunday Morning 5-11-2025
TNT:
Tishwash: The Parliamentary Legal Committee obliges the government to send budget tables.
Parliamentary Legal Committee member Aref Al-Hamami pointed out that "the government is legally obligated to submit the budget tables as soon as possible to ensure they are passed and voted on in Parliament before the end of the current legislative session."
In a press interview published by Al-Masry on Saturday, May 10, 2025, Al-Hamami warned that “continuing this delay will negatively impact vital projects across various sectors.”
He explained that "the government's delay in sending the budget tables to the House of Representatives constitutes a legal violation that threatens the stability of government work and disrupts the implementation of service and investment projects."
TNT:
Tishwash: The Parliamentary Legal Committee obliges the government to send budget tables.
Parliamentary Legal Committee member Aref Al-Hamami pointed out that "the government is legally obligated to submit the budget tables as soon as possible to ensure they are passed and voted on in Parliament before the end of the current legislative session."
In a press interview published by Al-Masry on Saturday, May 10, 2025, Al-Hamami warned that “continuing this delay will negatively impact vital projects across various sectors.”
He explained that "the government's delay in sending the budget tables to the House of Representatives constitutes a legal violation that threatens the stability of government work and disrupts the implementation of service and investment projects."
In the same context, he stressed that "any further delay in submitting these schedules could exacerbate the financial crisis and hamper public spending." link
Tishwash: CBI: Iraq sees drop in foreign assets, domestic debt
Iraq's Central Bank (CBI) reported a decline in net foreign assets and a slight decrease in domestic public debt for January 2025, according to new financial data released on Saturday.
The CBI’s monthly bulletin on financial and monetary indicators showed that foreign assets stood at 128.97 trillion IQD ($98.5B) in January, reflecting a 1.41% decrease compared to 130.18 trillion IQD ($99.5B) in December 2024, and a sharper drop from 140.77 trillion IQD ($107.5B) in January 2024.
Meanwhile, Iraq’s domestic debt dropped slightly to 80.4 trillion dinars in January 2025, compared to 80.5 trillion IQD ($61.45B) in December 2024. However, this figure still represents an increase from 73.25 trillion IQD ($55.9B) in January 2024.
“The decrease in domestic debt this January is primarily due to reduced borrowing by the Ministry of Finance,” the report clarified.
Data also showed that treasury bonds and discounted treasury transfers held by the Central Bank remained stable, indicating that the Iraqi government has started repaying part of its financial obligations. link
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Tishwash: The Central Bank of Iraq explains the reasons for the rise of the dinar against the dollar.
The Central Bank Governor explained the reason for the rise of the Iraqi dinar against the dollar.
Deputy Governor of the Central Bank, Ammar Hamad, said in a statement to the official newspaper that "this increase reflects the success of the monetary policy pursued by the bank in reducing reliance on the parallel market and providing safe and transparent sources of financing for foreign trade."
He explained that "this policy has enabled the commercial community to obtain dollars through official channels that adhere to international standards, without having to resort to the unregulated market."
Hamad pointed out that "the Central Bank continues to work towards consolidating the local banking system and raising its operational efficiency to levels that keep pace with international banking standards, making it a fundamental pillar in driving economic development in Iraq." link
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Tishwash: An economist identifies the "most important reason" behind the dollar's decline in Iraq.
Economist Nabil Al-Marsoumi said on Friday (May 9, 2025) that progress in the Iranian-American negotiations is the most important reason behind the rise in the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar against the dollar.
Al-Marsoumi said in an analysis published and followed by Baghdad Today: "Although the rise in the dinar's exchange rate against the dollar is linked to many factors, I believe the most important reason is the progress in the Iranian-American negotiations."
He added, "If the negotiations lead to an agreement between Iran and the US, the exchange rate of the dollar against the dinar on the parallel market will be very close to the official rate between them."
The Iraqi dinar's exchange rate against the dollar has risen relatively over the past few days on the parallel market, while the official market rate has remained stable. The selling price for $100 reached 142,000 dinars.
The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, said in a press statement that demand for dollars declined for three main reasons: "The Central Bank's success in financing and encouraging small businesses immediately after lifting restrictions, and facilitating travelers' access to dollars via cards and at airports at the official exchange rate." link
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More News, Rumors and Opinions Sat. PM 5-10-2025
Ariel : This is What you were Waiting for Right?
The Red Rover: 24 hours ago!! IRAQ BUSINESS NEWS OFFICIAL List of approved banks Dinar to Dollars
Many Pilgrims live outside Iraq. But the reason why this is significant is this.
The Central Bank of Iraq’s (CBI) announcement on May 8, 2025, allowing pilgrims to exchange Iraqi dinars for U.S. dollars through designated banks and companies in Baghdad and other provinces, marks a significant step for American holders of Iraqi dinar awaiting its integration into global forex markets ([Iraq Business News]
Ariel : This is What you were Waiting for Right?
The Red Rover: 24 hours ago!! IRAQ BUSINESS NEWS OFFICIAL List of approved banks Dinar to Dollars
Many Pilgrims live outside Iraq. But the reason why this is significant is this.
The Central Bank of Iraq’s (CBI) announcement on May 8, 2025, allowing pilgrims to exchange Iraqi dinars for U.S. dollars through designated banks and companies in Baghdad and other provinces, marks a significant step for American holders of Iraqi dinar awaiting its integration into global forex markets ([Iraq Business News]
(https://iraq-businessnews.com/2025/05/08/dinars-to-dollars-official-list-of-designated-banks/)).
This policy, while aimed at pilgrims, signals Iraq’s push toward formalizing and regulating foreign currency exchange, a critical prerequisite for the dinar’s potential internationalization. Something that we know will lead to what we ultimately want.
For U.S. (You & Me) investors holding dinars, who face high-fee money exchanges or black-market transactions due to the dinar’s absence from global forex platforms, per Investopedia, this move suggests progress in stabilizing the dinar’s exchange infrastructure.
By expanding access to dollars at official rates on a 1:1 basis, Iraq is testing mechanisms to curb black-market volatility, which could pave the way for broader currency tradability.
For those waiting to cash in, this development hints at a future where the dinar will be exchanged more seamlessly on international markets, potentially increasing its value and liquidity.
So all we have to do is wait for a couple of things. One being the oil exports resuming. This is something that is very close. Which is why Donald Trump Middle East trip is very important. We have to keep an eye on this.
These are the chosen banks that do not have any sanctions on them that will be allowed to handle international transactions/transfers once Iraq flips the switch. You are watching a controlled rollout.
This is a very calculated progressive move towards full international connectivity to global trade markets. Many banks have been blacklisted. The ones involved in money laundering and other nefarious things.
Source(s): https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/1920992165343138229
https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/09/ariel-prolotario1-this-is-what-you-were-waiting-for-right/
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Mnt Goat Article: "AS TRUMP’S VISIT TO THE REGION APPROACHES, IRAQ IS EXPECTED TO PLAY A ROLE IN THE ARAB SUMMIT IN BAGHDAD" President Trump will be formally attending the Arab Summit in Baghdad soon. WOW, WOW, WOW! Do you know the extent of good news this is? I do not know if he intends to talk about the dinar reinstatement but this measure can certainly not be bad for Iraq, that is for sure.
Frank26 American banks are training their employees for us, IMO.
Militia Man The landscape is about to change. It really is...This is a global event and you can't consider it as it's just about Iraq...It is about Iraq but it's not ALL about Iraq. It's very important that you guys understand that...It's going to be a very intense time..I believe it's a global event.
BREAKING NEWS: Dinars to Dollars CBI Announcement
Edu Matrix: 5-10-2025
BREAKING NEWS FROM IRAQ — The Central Bank of Iraq has just released an official update allowing *pilgrims to exchange Iraqi Dinar (IQD) for US Dollars (USD)* at selected banks and companies across Baghdad and other provinces. This is a significant step in Iraq’s evolving financial policy.
16,000 New Contracts Just Demanded Real Silver—COMEX Can’t Hide It Anymore | Andy Schectman
Two Dollars investing: 5-10-2025
Over 16,000 COMEX contracts just stood for physical silver delivery in the May contract—triggering the biggest post-first-day surge in history.
Andy Schectman breaks down what this record-setting delivery event really means, why it signals the end of paper silver manipulation, and how it's exposing a full-blown run on physical metal.
With central banks hoarding gold, the Fed quietly buying treasuries, and Shanghai's exchange overtaking COMEX, we are entering a new era. Silver is becoming the pressure point. And if COMEX can’t meet the demand… it all breaks.