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Americanswers... on 5 Live! Will the US leave Nato?
And will Trump exclude Europe from Ukraine peace talks?BBC News - 3d -
DOGE and Musk: The 5 biggest controversies so far
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has caused uproar almost from the moment of its inception. DOGE is not an official government department, despite its name. Only Congress can ...The Hill - 2d -
Illegal border crossings at lowest level in 5 years
Illegal crossings along the southern border continue to decrease and are now at the lowest level they've been in nearly five years, according to new monthly data released by U.S. Customs and Border ...CBS News - 1d -
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5 pivotal questions (and predictions) for key NFC teams
Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon puts the spotlight on five NFC teams facing big questions this offseason.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
How much should you pay to do your taxes? Maybe nothing — if you qualify for free tax prep.
Major tax-prep providers like Intuit’s TurboTax and H&R Block say they can do “simple” federal income-tax returns for free. The IRS also has two different free filing options equipped for these ...MarketWatch - Feb. 8 -
Senate Republicas propose bills to kill EV tax credit, add road repairs tax
Senate Republicans introduced a pair of bills on Wednesday aiming to strip the country of its electric vehicle (EV) tax credits and instead replace it with an obligatory $1,000 tax payment to be ...The Hill - Feb. 13 -
Make AI safe again
It is a fallacy to believe there is a trade-off between regulation and innovationFinancial Times - Feb. 13 -
For Playwrights, Making It to Midcareer Is a Cliffhanger
Act 1 was a constant struggle for rent and opportunity. But now that these emerging dramatists have emerged, what will they make of Act 2?The New York Times - 1d -
Blackhawks' Worst Defensive Pair This Season
Chicago's worst pairings have stayed together for too long now.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Spurs shutting down Wembanyama for season
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is expected to miss the remainder of the season with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder.ESPN - 2h -
Wall Street Prepares to Defend Carried Interest, a Favored Tax Break, Again
President Trump called for ending the so-called carried interest loophole, which saves financiers billions. It’s a tax break that has survived time after time.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
Poor customer service hitting trust in UK tax authority
Both individuals and most businesses have lost faith in HMRC, spending watchdog findsFinancial Times - Feb. 10 -
How long does the IRS give you to pay your taxes?
If you think you'll owe money to the IRS for last year's taxes, here's how long you have to pay what's owed.CBS News - Feb. 10 -
Trump expresses confidence Democrats will help extend tax cuts
President Trump expressed confidence that Democrats will help Republicans extend his 2017-era tax cuts, despite the minority party showing no interest in helping with the president’s agenda. The ...The Hill - Feb. 11 -
Home office deduction: Here's who qualifies and how to claim it on your taxes
The home office deduction could provide a tax break on your 2024 return. Here's who qualifies and how to claim it.CNBC - Feb. 11 -
Reeves faces cutting spending or raising taxes as UK growth disappoints
Chancellor’s fiscal headroom has been wiped out, according to preliminary forecasts by watchdogFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
HMRC ‘vastly underestimating’ UK tax evasion, MPs say
Cross-party committee warns agency is not ‘sufficiently curious’ about scale of illegal practiceFinancial Times - Feb. 12 -
Republicans weigh ending Wall Street’s favorite tax break
Republicans are considering doing away with one of Wall Street’s favorite tax breaks at the encouragement of President Trump, one that has long enjoyed Republican support and that could put up yet ...The Hill - Feb. 12 -
House Republicans release budget plan, with trillions in tax and spending cuts
House Republicans released a budget resolution on Wednesday, laying a foundation for approving President Trump's agenda.CBS News - Feb. 12 -
Reform UK sets out plan to tax renewable energy
Deputy leader Richard Tice argues net-zero policies are to blame for higher energy bills in the UK.BBC News - Feb. 12 -
House GOP releases budget calling for trillions in cuts to taxes and spending
House Republicans released a budget resolution that calls for cutting taxes by up to $4.5 trillion and sets a goal of slashing federal spending by $2 trillion.NBC News - Feb. 13 -
What is the IRS three-year rule and how does it affect your taxes?
It may not be the most well-known IRS rule, but it can still have a significant impact on your tax situation.CBS News - 6d -
Rachel Reeves leaves door open to raising UK taxes next month
Poor economic data and flatlining growth are threatening to erode the chancellor’s £9.9bn margin of errorFinancial Times - 6d -
Woman Pleads Guilty in Covid Tax Credit Scheme That Netted $33 Million
A Nevada business owner prepared and filed false tax returns to fraudulently obtain Covid relief money for her businesses and others, prosecutors said.The New York Times - 6d -
Trump’s tariffs and tax plans are inflationary. Voters won’t tolerate it.
Trump can no sooner repeal the law of gravity than change some macroeconomic realities.MarketWatch - 5d -
Republicans Want Lower Taxes. The Hard Part Is Choosing What to Cut.
House Republicans are preparing to adopt a plan that puts a $4.5 trillion limit on the size of the tax cut, but even that will not be enough for some of President Trump’s promises.The New York Times - 3d -
IRS warns against taking tax advice from social media
While social media is a great place for DIY tips and new recipes, the IRS is cautioning taxpayers against using it for tax advice. Misinformation could end up costing you more than you bargained ...CBS News - 3d -
What to Know About VAT, the Tax System Used in Europe That Trump Despises
The president says the VAT system used across Europe gives other countries unfair trade advantages. Here’s how the system started.The New York Times - 3d -
H&R Block Coupons and Deals: $50 Off Tax Prep in 2025
When you visit your local H&R Block store, you can save up to $50 when you use one of our (unique) codes.Wired - 1d -
Bottom Line: Citibank signs alum as tax fight heats up
As Republicans gear up to pass the first major tax bill since the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Citibank hired Ernst & Young LLP to lobby on issues related to international and corporate taxes, ...The Hill - 1d -
KFC to become Texas fried chicken in HQ move to low-tax state
Dismay in Kentucky at decision by Yum! Brands to relocate corporate headquarters of fast-food chain. KFC, the fast food chain previously known as Kentucky Fried Chicken, has come in for some heat ...The Guardian - 1d -
Google agrees to pay Italy $340 million to settle a tax evasion investigation
Italian prosecutors say they are seeking to drop a tax evasion investigation against Google after the tech giant agreed to pay a 326 million euro ($340 million) settlementABC News - 1d -
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Nigeria sues crypto giant Binance for $81.5bn in economic losses and back tax
Authorities blame crypto exchange, already facing four counts of tax evasion in the country, for currency woes. Nigeria has filed a lawsuit seeking to compel Binance to pay $79.5bn for economic ...The Guardian - 1d -
Hong Kong’s low-tax appeal threatened by property slowdown
Years of budget deficits have forced financial hub’s government to look further afield for revenueFinancial Times - 23h -
Trump’s vow to preserve Medicaid collides with House GOP plan for tax cuts
President Trump’s vow to keep Medicaid intact is colliding headlong into the Republicans’ strategy to extend their 2017 tax cuts, complicating the GOP effort to secure a major policy win in the ...The Hill - 14h -
What is the IRS 90-day tax rule and how does it work?
If you're facing back taxes or tax disputes, it's important to understand how this rule works. Here's why.CBS News - 8h
