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Senate Democrats Move to Block Taxpayer-Funded Reimbursements to Jan. 6 Rioters

The Trump administration already agreed to a $5 million settlement with the family of Ashli Babbitt, who was shot and killed by a Capitol Police officer.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Ireland's tax take hit record €106bn in 2025 despite fears over Trump tariffs

Tánaiste welcomed figures but also pointed to companies frontloading exports in response to US moves

Irish Times - Business - 1 hour ago

Despite record taxes, the Coalition needs to take more care with spending

The strong figures will increase pressure on the Government to spend more and more

Irish Times - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Business - Corporation tax take surges 17pc to nearly €33bn - Almost €33bn in corporation tax was collected last year, up by 17.2pc on 2024, new Exchequer ...

Almost €33bn in corporation tax was collected last year, up by 17.2pc on 2024, new Exchequer returns show.

Independent.ie - Business - 4 hours ago

Business -- Corporation tax take surges 17pc to nearly €33bn

Almost €33bn in corporation tax was collected last year, up by 17.2pc on 2024, new Exchequer returns show.

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

5 years after Jan. 6, Democrats seek to ban taxpayer-funded payouts to rioters -- Five years after the U.S. Capitol attack, some Senate Democrats are introducing new legislation to prevent taxpayer money from being awarded to convicted and now-pardoned rioters.

Five years after the U.S. Capitol attack, some Senate Democrats are introducing new legislation to prevent taxpayer money from being awarded to convicted and now-pardoned rioters.

CBS News - Politics - 9 hours ago

Later salary rises no longer a way for high-earning FDI workers to access tax scheme

Special Assignee Relief Programme aims to entice ‘high-calibre’ executives to Ireland

Irish Times - Politics - 16 hours ago

Nvidia wants to power robotaxi fleets with chips, software by 2027

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has said that robotics — including self-driving cars — is the company's second most important growth category after AI.

CNBC - Technology - 19 hours ago

South and West side clergy seek relief from 'sinful' property tax spikes

Faith leaders gather outside Trump Tower and call on county officials to roll back tax assessments and request lawmakers in Springfield to enact caps on the amount property taxes can be raised year over year.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 20 hours ago

New laws: Illinois' grocery tax to end, drinking water protections begin

Nearly 300 Illinois laws took effect Jan. 1. The Illinois’ 1% statewide grocery tax is eliminated, but more than half the state’s cities and towns have passed an ordinance establishing their own grocery tax.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

More than 145 countries agree to amended global minimum corporate tax deal after U.S. raised concerns

Washington had argued that the original 2021 agreement would penalize U.S. multinationals

The Globe and Mail - Business - 1 day ago

Deaths set to outnumber births 'in new era' leading to higher taxes

With birth rates falling, think tank Resolution Foundation said the UK will need to rely on immigration for population growth

Independent UK - Politics - 1 day ago

342 people filed tax return in the last hour of 2025, says HMRC

Nearly 5.65 million people still need to file their self-assessment tax return before the January 31 deadline.

Evening Standard - Business - 1 day ago

Tory leader Findlay pledges to cut taxes ahead of 'cost-of-living election'

Russell Findlay vowed to increase some tax rate thresholds which he said were a ‘stealth tax’.

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

New year, new tax measures: What to expect in 2026

The coming year will see some changes to existing tax measures, the abandonment of others and some help for personal support workers. But overall changes to the taxes individuals pay will be minor in 2026.

CBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

The 2025 Tax Game-Changer: What Retirees Need to Know Now

New rules from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and SECURE 2.0 create both tax breaks and planning challenges.

Epoch Times - Business - 3 days ago

Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire -- Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight. -- Jan 1

Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.

CBS News - Health - 3 days ago

Made-in-U.S. cars to qualify for new tax perk, IRS says

Taxpayers should check the vehicle information label to figure out whether a car they purchased this year qualifies for Trump’s new tax deduction for car loan interest.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 3 days ago

Ackman rips blue state's billionaire wealth tax as seizure of property

Bill Ackman slams California's proposed billionaire wealth tax as "expropriation of private property" as tech moguls reportedly consider leaving the state.

Fox News - Business - 4 days ago

Tesla loses EV crown to China's BYD as competition, tax credit expiry hit demand

Tesla ceded its crown as the world's top electric vehicle maker to China's BYD, after annual sales fell for a second year.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Israeli tech billionaire Shlomo Kramer urges Americans to 'limit the First Amendment,' sparks outrage

“I know it’s difficult to hear, but it’s time to limit the First Amendment in order to protect it,” Shlomo Kramer said during the interview.

New York Post - Technology - 4 days ago

FanDuel, DraftKings, other big sportsbooks sue to block new Chicago sports betting tax

The city is counting on about $26 million in next year's budget from a new tax that betting companies argue would violate the state constitution.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 4 days ago

Billionaire tax proposal sparks soul-searching for Californians

Economists say a tax on California's wealthiest residents could be the only way to pay for needed healthcare services in the state.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 4 days ago

Tax Season Survival Guide for Home Services Professionals: Expert Answers to the Most Common Invoicing Questions

Tax season can feel stressful for home services professionals. To help, we spoke with a tax advisor who works closely with contractors. Below is a clear Q&A guide, simple tips, and real stories to help you stay calm and prepared.

International Business Times - Business - 4 days ago

Crowd chants 'tax the rich' as Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim mayor of New York

Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist, comes to power at a time when Trump has pushed a hard-right agenda.

SBS - Politics - 4 days ago

Reeves' stealth taxes 'hammer' workers while pensioners 'better off'

Labour chancellor’s freeze on tax thresholds will mean a worker currently earning £50,000 would be £505 worse off by 2030-31, analysis finds

Independent UK - Politics - 5 days ago

Worse Than (Most) Humans: Driverless Waymo Taxi Disrupts First Responders at Active Fire Scene

An autonomous Waymo taxi took a wrong turn and drive straight into an active fire scene in Los Angeles, California.

Breitbart - Technology - 5 days ago

The 'billionaire next door' bows out

Warren Buffett, the legendary investor who made billions at the intersection of Wall Street and Main Street, retires as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at age 95.

NBC News - Business - 6 days ago

Beyoncé becomes 5th musician to join the billionaire club -- Abby Hughes -- -

The elusive pop star can credit her massive catalogue of hits and high-grossing tours for pushing her into 10-figure territory, according to Forbes — though a few business ventures, concert films and live performances have added to her wealth.

CBC News - Entertainment - 7 days ago

Tech Founders Slam Proposed California Wealth Tax, Warn of Potential Exodus

A proposed wealth tax targeting billionaires in California has sparked intense pushback from tech founders in the state, with some preparing to leave if the tax becomes law. Prominent conservative tech entrepreneur Palmer Luckey explains, "One market correction, nationalization event, or prohibition of divestiture (not at all uncommon during wartime) and I am screwed for life."

Breitbart - Technology - 7 days ago

Tech billionaires threaten to flee California over proposed 5% wealth tax

Silicon Valley tech founders threaten to leave California over proposed 5% wealth tax on billionaires. The controversial measure could trigger an exodus from the state.

Fox News - Business - 7 days ago

Silicon Valley Founders Warn They May Flee If California Billionaire Tax Passes

Silicon Valley billionaires warn a proposed California wealth tax could drive founders and jobs out of the state.

International Business Times - Business - 7 days ago

A clearer picture of the Board of Review: Commissioners fix errors on property tax assessments

Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi unfairly blamed the board for high property tax bills, a commissioner writes. Also, letters on the "right-to-die" law and safety in the city and on the CTA.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 8 days ago

Budget Vat cut would be an 'extremely significant' cost to the taxpayer, department officials warned

Officials warned that a cut in Vat for cafes, restaurants and fast-food chains would come at an “extremely significant” cost to the taxpayer and would crea...

Independent.ie - Business - 10 days ago

Welsh holiday let owners fight council tax that would cost them millions

Holiday unit owners in Powys are expected to pay a council tax premium of 75% on top of the normal charge

WalesOnline - Business - 13 days ago

Farmers rejoice after Starmer waters down inheritance tax raid

After months of fierce protests by farmers, Labour has downscaled its plan for the so-called ‘tractor tax’

Independent UK - Politics - 14 days ago

How has the inheritance tax plan for farmers changed?

Labour has updated its plan for the ‘tractor tax’ after fierce backlash from farmers

Independent UK - Politics - 14 days ago

New Uber-backed driverless taxis to hit UK streets in 2026

The plan sets the scene for simultaneous trials by US and Chinese autonomous taxi giants in London, as the capital becomes the European centre of a self-driving revolution.

Sky News - Technology - 15 days ago

Waymo resumes service after power outage leaves robotaxis stalled

Kurt 'CyberGuy' Knutsson breaks down robotaxi risks after a power outage in San Francisco and the 'quishing' QR scam hitting restaurants, explaining how to protect your phone and money.

Fox News - Technology - 15 days ago

Capital Gains Tax: a £30bn investor nightmare? All you need to know

Frozen thresholds, inflation and increased tax rates all mean people can end up paying more without doing anything differently at all

Independent UK - Business - 15 days ago

Rachel Reeves refuses to rule out further tax rises in 2026

The chancellor increased taxes by £26bn in November’s Budget

Independent UK - Politics - 17 days ago

Production / Tax Credits

The Hollywood Reporter's coverage of film and television tax incentives, production updates and soundstage news.

Hollywood Reporter - Business - 18 days ago

Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman is confirmed as new NASA chief

Isaacman was first nominated for the role year ago, but President Trump withdrew his nomination months later. Then Trump renominated Isaacman last month.

NBC News - Science - 20 days ago

Birth control: China slaps new taxes on condoms, contraceptives in effort to boost birth rates

With contraception more expensive under the new law, which takes effect Jan. 1, 2026, officials are hoping other financial incentives help usher in a baby boom.

New York Post - Weird - 24 days ago

Government issues update amid calls to 'double' UK State Pension tax threshold

A parliamentary petition claims that "State Pensioners should have double the tax-free allowance"

WalesOnline - Politics - 24 days ago

Chicago's head tax was long called a job killer, but is there evidence to back that up?

A WBEZ analysis of employment data finds a lack of evidence that Chicago’s previous head tax, or its repeal, is to blame for job trends in Chicago, and sheds light on who the mayor’s new proposal could affect.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 25 days ago

Billionaire who moved business to Florida now selling final property in blue city at discount

Billionaire Ken Griffin set to complete Chicago real estate exit as final condo reportedly goes under contract.

Fox News - Business - 27 days ago

The real reasons taxes went up - and it's not what the PM says

The reasons the government has decided to raise taxes are perfectly logical, even if some will disagree on their wisdom. But what's misleading is how the prime minister and chancellor have attempted to explain their decisions.

Sky News - Politics - 1 month ago

Influencers hit with €3.3m in tax bills as Revenue targets the sector

Social media influencers have stumped up €3.3m in tax after the Revenue Commissioners investigated their online activities.

Independent.ie - Business - 1 month ago

Budget tax calculator: Find out how much the threshold freeze and pensions tax changes will cost you

Rachel Reeves extended the freeze on tax thresholds for a further three years. She's also announced a change to tax rules on pension contributions. Find out what those changes mean for your take-home pay with our calculators.

Sky News - Politics - 1 month ago

Minimum wage increased for Britishers: Will it fuel more taxes in new budget?

The salaried class in Britain seems less burdened after the UK government announced a 4.1% rise in the minimum wage in its new budget.According to the UK Government's announcement on Tuesday,...

International The News - Business - 1 month ago

How to use the tax-loss selling occurring now to pick up quality stocks on the cheap

Kevin Simpson on how to use this annual phenomenon to your advantage.

CNBC - Opinion - 1 month ago

Oregon Fast-Tracks Renewable Energy Projects as Trump Bill Ends Tax Incentives

Gov. Tina Kotek ordered the move, which follows reporting by Oregon Public Broadcasting and ProPublica that highlighted impediments green energy advocates blame for the state’s poor ranking when it comes to the growth of renewables.

ProPublica - Environment - 2 months ago

Detroit could raise up to $50M a year with admissions tax on sports, entertainment events, study finds

The city could use the extra money to reduce property taxes, fund city services, and attract national events

Detroit Metro Times - Top Stories - 4 months ago

How Elon Musk, George Soros and Other Billionaires Are Shaping the Most Expensive Court Race in U.S. History

Ten years ago, Wisconsin approved unlimited political spending. Now, as spending for its Supreme Court race surpasses more than $80 million, some campaign reformers are wondering if the state is reaching a tipping point.

ProPublica - Politics - 9 months ago

How a Washington Tax Break for Data Centers Snowballed Into One of the State's Biggest Corporate Giveaways

Companies have saved $474 million since 2018, with most of the windfall going to Washington-based tech giant Microsoft. Lawmakers repeatedly expanded who qualifies, and they lowered the number of jobs expected in return.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

Abramovich flew to Ankara, might sell Chelsea FC to Turkish billionaire: report

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, the owner of the Chelsea Football Club, flew to Turkey on Wednesday, as he aims to finalize the sale of Chelsea, according to a special report by the Dailymail news website.

Turkish Minute - Sports - 2 years ago