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France has the highest cannabis consumption in Europe. It’s high time to tax it | Alexander Hurst
With the nation’s finances in a parlous state, decriminalisation could raise millions of euros – as well as cut crime. France might not be broke , but the state of its public finances is, well, ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Europe must build resilience against Trump’s America – and welcome those desperate to flee it | Alexander Hurst
From capitalising on a transatlantic brain drain to regulating US social media giants, it’s time for the continent to stand up for itself. I am resisting the temptation to write a lamentation of ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Hawaii has the highest cost of living in the U.S.: The state has 'really high home prices' and expensive goods, expert says
The most expensive states were found by analyzing the cost of living by The Council for Community and Economic Research.Business - CNBC - November 3 -
Netflix Europe offices raided in tax fraud probe
The raid is part of an investigation in France and the Netherlands that began in November 2022.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
The UK’s high-wire act between the US and Europe
Post-Brexit Britain faces stark strategic choices with Trump taking office. Walking a line between both powers will be trickyBusiness - Financial Times - November 22 -
Hidden behind the budget is a terrible bombshell: billions in cuts for disabled people | Frances Ryan
The DWP confirms that draconian ‘savings’ are coming down the track. Are we a nation that will repair hospitals, but not help a nurse with long Covid?. In the days after the budget, the headlines ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
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Apple’s Quarterly Profit Down Because of Tax Payment in Europe
Sales for the iPhone maker were up 6 percent to to $94.93 billion. But a $14.4 billion tax bill cut profits that would have topped expectations.Tech - The New York Times - October 31 -
Gilgeous-Alexander scores career-high 45 as Thunder beat Clippers in first game without Holmgren
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a career-high 45 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Los Angeles Clippers 134-128 in their first game this season without Chet HolmgrenSports - ABC News - November 11 -
Macron to attend ‘high-risk’ France-Israel football match
French president offers ‘fraternity and solidarity’ as Israel discourages wearing of ‘Jewish symbols’ abroad. Emmanuel Macron will attend the France-Israel football match at the Stade de France on ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
Gas prices at one-year high in Europe amid Russian supply threat
Gazprom could stop flow of gas into continent as result of their legal battle with Austrian company OMV. Europe’s gas market rose by as much as 5% on Thursday to its highest price in a year after ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
Trump ushers in Europe’s high-stakes moment to defend Ukraine
US may not have patience to wait for Kyiv’s fortunes to improve before seeking negotiated settlementWorld - Financial Times - November 16 -
Rafael Nadal has made $134 million in career prize money, will retire as No. 2 highest-earning tennis player ever
The 38-year-old's career earnings are surpassed only by Novak Djokovic's.Business - CNBC - November 19 -
Final phase for mass rape trial that has horrified France
Fifty-one men are on trial in a case that focuses on a formerly married couple, Dominique and Gisèle Pelicot.Top stories - BBC News - November 17 -
Gisèle Pelicot, the woman at the heart of a trial that has shocked France
She has shown extraordinary strength as a court hears how she was drugged by her husband and raped by strangersWorld - Financial Times - November 23 -
France's new dictionary struggles to keep up with the times
The full ninth edition of the Dictionnaire de l’Académie Française has been presented to France's President Macron.Top stories - BBC News - November 14 -
Farmer uproar a consequence of Labour’s high-risk tax pledges
Farmers’ union and government diverge on scale of impact of Budget changesWorld - Financial Times - November 20 -
Green Thumb Industries looks past ‘tricky time’ for cannabis stocks as the company notches another profit
Green Thumb’s Ben Kovler says the big drop in canna stocks this week isn’t causing the Chicago-based company to change course.Business - MarketWatch - November 8 -
While legalizing marijuana is in limbo, FDA clears a PTSD study that could boost cannabis stocks over time
The move marks a rare action by the FDA to sanction a study on cannabis despite the plant’s current Schedule I classification under federal law as a drug with no therapeutic use, in the same ...Business - MarketWatch - November 22 -
Retiring to another state for lower taxes? The hidden costs you need to know.
Moving can work out well financially, but there are some expenses that you may be overlookingBusiness - MarketWatch - November 9 -
Europe Braces for Trump: ‘Worst Economic Nightmare Has Come True’
The United States is the biggest trading partner for the European Union and Britain, whose economies could be at risk from the president-elect’s policies.Business - The New York Times - November 12 -
Europe’s Hottest Striker Has Already Scored 33 Goals This Season
At the age of 26, he is coming into his prime. Tonight he faces Arsenal in the Champions League.Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
Police make 2 arrests after fan-fight at high-security France-Israel soccer match
Paris police made two arrests after a brief fan-fight at a Nations League soccer game between France and IsraelSports - ABC News - November 15 -
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High-stakes trial that could derail presidential ambitions of France's Marine Le Pen wraps up
A high-stakes trial in France that could derail the presidential ambitions of far-right leader Marine Le Pen is wrapping upWorld - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Trump has a ‘super clear’ mandate on taxes — but here’s why it’s not a done deal
If tax policy is a poker game, the open matter of House control is a valuable chip.Business - MarketWatch - November 7 -
Carville: Democratic Party trailing on understanding media consumption
Veteran political strategist James Carville suggested early Tuesday that the Democratic Party needs to do a deep dive into where people get their information and, beyond that, how to retain voters. ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Trump’s return is terrible news for Ukraine. Europe should step into the breach – but will it? | Timothy Garton Ash
With Germany’s government collapsing and Europeans so divided in their response to Trump, unity is essential yet elusive. The first victim of Donald Trump’s second term as US president is likely to ...World - The Guardian - November 8 -
South-west France swelters in ‘staggering’ 26.9C November night heat
Temperatures of this week would be exceptional for summer, says climatologist, never mind late November. Towns in south-west France roasted in “completely extreme” heat in the early hours of ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago -
With JuJu Watkins leading a star-studded roster, USC has high expectations
As All-American JuJu Watkins embarks on her sophomore season, the Trojans are loaded with two impact graduate transfers and three incoming McDonald's All-Americans.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4 -
Fabian Hürzeler’s emphasis on rapid transitions has high-octane Brighton on the up
Albion took a risk when appointing the Premier League’s youngest manager but it is paying off so far this season . By Ben McAleer for WhoScored . Three points separate the teams third and 11th ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Dolphin strandings on Cape Cod at an all-time high
The waters off of Cape Cod, Massachusetts are teeming with life, especially dolphins. More than ever, these animals are getting stranded on the shore, with the number spiking this year.Top stories - CBS News - November 20 -
China’s support for Russia has hurt its relations with Europe, say Nordic and Baltic states
Leaders warn Beijing’s backing for Moscow and the war in Ukraine is having a negative impactWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
EV tax credits could soon vanish. Is now the time to buy?
California plans to blunt any GOP efforts to scrap U.S. tax rebates for electric vehicles. But with uncertainty ahead, experts say current savings may not last.Top stories - NBC News - 4 days ago -
