Categories Selected Articles Federal workers endure financial strain and fear layoffs as the government shutdown drags on Post author By Mike Nova Post date October 15, 2025 Federal workers endure financial strain and fear layoffs as the government shutdown drags on [deltaMinutes] mins ago Now ← NYC spas embrace celebrity-loved wellness hack — here’s where to cold plunge → #Azerbaijan #SouthCaucasus #IlhamAliyev The former head of Azerbaijan’s Presidential Administration, Ramiz Mehdiyev, was placed under four months of house arrest by a Baku court on October 14, 2025. He is facing serious charges related to treason, seizing state power, and money laundering. [1, 2] Details of the arrest Accusations: The criminal case against the 87-year-old Mehdiyev alleges several serious offenses under the Azerbaijani Criminal Code: Article 278.1: Actions aimed at seizing or retaining state power. Article 274: High treason. Article 193-1.3.2: Legalization of property obtained through criminal means (money laundering). Legal proceedings: The Sabail District Court ordered the