E.V. Owners Don’t Pay Gas Taxes. So, Many States Are Charging Them Fees.
States are using higher registration fees for electric cars to make up for declining fuel taxes, but some are punitive, environmentalists say. A federal tax could be coming.
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How much should you be paying for tax prep? Read this first.
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 - 1d -
Why so many Thais were captured by Hamas
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Top Trump adviser says new tariffs will pay for eliminating taxes on tips
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Crockett: 'We have a thug in charge of the United States'
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WNBA free-agency chaos: Why did so many All-Stars move for one-year contracts?
Executives around the WNBA largely expected this offseason’s market to serve as a tune-up for next winter. At the start of the offseason, only two non-rookie contract players had deals that ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
To help pay for Trump tax cuts, new taxes on worker benefits become GOP target
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Fright club: why are so many of us hooked on spooky tales?
The paranormal has hit prime time, with scary stories on podcasts and TV shows more popular than ever. We head to UncannyCon to meet fans and creators to understand the thrill of the chill. A ...The Guardian - 4d -
40 Video Game Movies In The Works: How Many Of Them Will Actually Come Out?
Like the seemingly unending comic book movie craze, Hollywood loves to find a type of film that it can turn into the next big cultural touchstone. Over the years, we've seen movies based on video ...GameSpot - 6d -
How did so many Thai farmers end up held hostage by Hamas?
Five Thai nationals held hostage by Hamas since its Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel were released Thursday. They were among 31 Thais taken by the militant group.NBC News - 6d -
Wise ordered to pay $2.5mn in US for misleading fee advertising
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How did so many Thai farmers end up held hostage by Hamas?
Five Thai nationals held hostage by Hamas since its 2023 attack on Israel were released Thursday, while one remaining Thai citizen remains in captivityABC News - Jan. 30 -
Why do so many people dream of being dog groomers? Haven’t they seen the toll it can take? | Adrian Chiles
Hour after hour of washing, trimming and blow-drying unwilling pups is not my idea of fun – or my dog’s . Lots of people like the idea of grooming dogs for a living. Some survey sought to identify ...The Guardian - Jan. 30 -
Trump has refused to pay £290,000 in legal fees after case dismissed in UK, court told
Trump brought suit against firm over allegations in dossier written by Christopher Steele, but claim was thrown out. Donald Trump has refused to pay £290,000 ($360,000) in legal fees after his ...The Guardian - Jan. 29 -
Many animals, plants losing their genetic diversity, making them more vulnerable
Two-thirds of animal and plant populations are declining in genetic diversity, which makes it harder to adapt to environmental changesABC News - Jan. 29 -
Bans, Fees, Taxes. Can Anything Stop Overtourism?
Efforts to limit visitors in tourist hot spots have had mixed results, at best. Competing interests have a way of impeding attempts to stem the tide.The New York Times - Jan. 28 -
Climate disasters are political — so let’s politicize them
That said, there’s still a wrong way to politicize these disasters.The Hill - Jan. 27 -
Many so-called experts will owe RFK Jr. an apology in 4 years
Kennedy has dedicated his life to saving the lives of others. Most especially children.The Hill - Jan. 25 -
Corporate tax cuts don’t boost the economy — despite what many investors believe
Raising corporate taxes — not cutting them — frequently delivers faster economic growth.MarketWatch - Jan. 25 -
Paying for Trump's tax cuts could lead to big changes for taxpayers
Republican lawmakers are floating a range of ideas to pay for an extension of President Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.CBS News - Jan. 24 -
What Republicans Could Cut to Pay for Trump’s Tax Cuts: Medicaid and More
President Trump wants a massive tax cut and immigration crackdown bill. Now Republicans must decide what to cut to help pay for it.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
Sun owner to pay Prince Harry 'substantial' damages
News Group Newspapers offers an "unequivocal apology" to the Duke of Sussex for "serious intrusion".BBC News - Jan. 22 -
Here’s What Looming Tax Hikes Could Mean for Small-Business Owners
The 20 percent Small Business Deduction has been the “single most beneficial tax deduction for small-business owners,” says one accountant.Inc. - Jan. 22 -
Trump promised to lower gas prices — but his tariffs could help raise them instead
President Donald Trump’s “drill, baby, drill” pledge is well known, but drivers may end up paying more at the pump in the coming months despite his plans to lift U.S. oil production.MarketWatch - Jan. 22 -
TikTok owner asks Chinese staff in Singapore to pay taxes to Beijing
ByteDance’s missive comes as China steps up enforcement of global tax collectionFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
‘So Much Uncertainty’: Businesses Worry About Trump’s Many Tariff Plans
The incoming president has floated numerous tariff plans. Retailers say their livelihood could depend on which ultimately come to fruition.The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
Why are so many Americans checked out when it comes to local elections?
As a nation, we are nothing but a collection of smaller states and local governments. Without active participation, small, unrepresentative groups will dictate policies that shape our daily lives.The Hill - Jan. 18 -
Top Supreme Court lawyer charged with tax evasion related to poker winnings
Lawyer Tom Goldstein co-founded SCOTUSblog, which chronicles Supreme Court cases. He has appeared dozens of times before the high court.CNBC - Jan. 17 -
Republican states sue EPA over ‘methane fee’ implementation
A group of 23 Republican-led states is suing the Biden administration over its implementation of a fee for excess methane emissions imposed on the oil and gas industry. The fees were written into ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
US woman to face shop owner murder plot charge
Aimee Betro, from Wisconsin, is due in court over matters dating back to 2019, prosecutors say.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
BT scraps EV charging point scheme having only installed one
It hoped to turn 60,000 roadside green cabinets into chargers - but now says it will focus on wifi instead.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
GOP rep to reintroduce bill to eliminate taxes on overtime pay
A Republican House member is reintroducing legislation Wednesday that would eliminate taxes on overtime pay, an idea that has gained momentum among some lawmakers after President-elect Trump touted ...The Hill - Jan. 15 -
Can I cut how much I pay towards my children’s school fees?
My ex-wife has chosen a school with very high fees and I can’t afford them following VAT changesFinancial Times - Jan. 15 -
How to Pay Your Taxes Online
Paying US federal and state taxes online can be confusing, and one wrong move can result in penalties or extra money owed. We break it down so you can have the most worry-free tax filing possible.Wired - Jan. 14 -
The new-build owners who say roof leaks are causing them misery
Housebuilder Bellway says it has worked hard to resolve issues reported by residents.BBC News - Jan. 14 -
Robinhood to Pay $45 Million Fine to Settle SEC Charges
The upstart brokerage agreed to pay the Securities and Exchange Commission for failing to protect sensitive customer data, among other infractions.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
Americans are still flocking to these 10 states—but not as many as before
Americans are still moving to the Sun Belt, but overall migration is slowing due to high homeownership costs.CNBC - Jan. 11 -
Many Americans are leaving U.S. states with abortion bans, study finds
Abortion bans enacted since Roe v. Wade was overturned may be driving Americans to leave restrictive states, researchers find.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Anti-Trump former Georgia official on getting kicked out of state GOP: 'What took them so long?'
Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan (R), among the party's highest-profile critics of President-elect Trump, responded to getting kicked out of the Georgia Republican Party on Thursday by asking ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Many Pay Their Respects to Jimmy Carter in the Georgia Cold
It was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to pay their respects to a president. They were not going to miss it, even if meant waking up in the middle of the night.The New York Times - Jan. 8
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