Readers support free tuition at state universities, but with conditions
December 28, 2024 3 a.m. Pacific Time To the editor: Columnist George Skelton is right to call for supporting college…
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Trump calls for no tax on overtime at Tucson campaign rally
In his final economic pitch to voters, former President Trump on Thursday called for no tax on overtime pay while…
Investors rush to shift positions after Trump-Harris debate | US 2024 election news
Investors are rushing to shift their positioning following the closely watched debate between US Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Vice…
Ruto dismisses majority of Kenyan cabinet amid growing discontent | Politics
News Kenyan President William Ruto has sacked most of his cabinet as the government battles discontent over the country's cost…
Why young people are protesting against the finance bill in Kenya | protests
News Deadly protests have gripped Kenya, where demonstrators are demanding the scrapping of new tax increases. Here's a quick look…
The Supreme Court upholds the tax on corporate wealth abroad
WASHINGTON- The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to impose new limits on corporate wealth taxes. In a setback for anti-tax…
Kenya abandons some proposed tax increases, including 16% VAT on bread | Tax
News Wide-ranging proposed tax increases, including a 16 percent value-added tax on bread, sparked protests and clashes in Kenya's capital.…
Russia plans to raise taxes on the rich and corporations as cost of war in Ukraine rises | Tax News
The new tax thresholds and increased corporate tax are expected to raise around 2.6 trillion rubles ($29 billion) a year.…
South Lake Tahoe considers tax on homeowners who leave homes empty
Owning a vacation home in South Lake Tahoe could become more expensive if residents approve a ballot measure that imposes…
Editorial: Even with tax and fee increases, Southern California water is still pretty cheap
It's the most frustrating part of conservation. To save water, you tear up the grass, shorten your shower time, collect…