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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Why do so many people dream of being dog groomers? Haven’t they seen the toll it can take? | Adrian Chiles
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Sun owner to pay Prince Harry 'substantial' damages
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Here’s What Looming Tax Hikes Could Mean for Small-Business Owners
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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
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‘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
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US woman to face shop owner murder plot charge
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BT scraps EV charging point scheme having only installed one
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GOP rep to reintroduce bill to eliminate taxes on overtime pay
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Can I cut how much I pay towards my children’s school fees?
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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 -
Anti-Trump former Georgia official on getting kicked out of state GOP: 'What took them so long?'
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Many Pay Their Respects to Jimmy Carter in the Georgia Cold
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As student loan bills become a normal part of life again, tax break will be available to many
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These EV 'Battery Belt' Towns Are Betting Trump Won't Ditch Them
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UK visitors from dozens of countries will have to pay a new entry fee starting this week
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Volkswagen and Xpeng to build super-fast charging network in China for EVs
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Channel migrants: The real reason so many are fleeing Vietnam for the UK
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Retail investors never had so many ways to invest. What’s at stake in 2025.
New technology can make investing easier — or more complicated — for retail investors.MarketWatch - Jan. 4
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