Billionaires who earn $1 salaries and other legal ways the extremely wealthy use to maintain their wealth
Boston Law Professor Discusses Tax Code and Wealth Inequality A Boston University law professor has released a new book titled The Second Estate: How the Tax Code Created America’s Aristocracy. In a recent talk with podcast host Kara Miller on “It Turns Out,” she examined how the American tax system has evolved over the past […]
Rangers earn a point in overtime defeat against Avalanche
Rangers Show Determination Despite Overtime Loss On Saturday afternoon, the Rangers demonstrated the kind of determination they’ve been aiming for this season, though they could only secure a single point. After an intense sixty minutes, they pushed the NHL-leading Avalanche into overtime but ultimately fell 3-2 when Nathan MacKinnon netted the game-winner just 2:46 into […]
Police officers in New Jersey earn $2.6 million in salary and yearly increases while being suspended for using a racial slur.
Three police officers from New Jersey who were suspended for using racial slurs, including the “n-word,” back in 2019 have appealed their suspensions and managed to rack up over $2.6 million in salary during this time, including yearly raises. Chief Pedro Matos, Sergeant Joseph Teston, and Captain Vincent Consina have all been earning six figures […]
DSA leaders in NYC earn key positions in Zohran Mamdani’s transition team
Transition Team Announced for Mayor-Elect Zoran Mamdani Zoran Mamdani’s transition team is taking shape, led by two key figures from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in New York City. This past Monday, as part of his preparations for assuming office, Mamdani appointed a recognized progressive advocate—someone with a history in Bill de Blasio’s administration—to […]
New York City ‘bounty hunters’ earn close to a million dollars for reporting traffic ‘idling’
Some individuals are making nearly $1 million each by recording videos of trucks and buses idling and releasing pollution, prompting local police to address these hefty payouts. “The era of the six-figure bounty hunter is finished,” remarked Queens City Councilman James Gennaro, the head of the environment committee. “We don’t do that anymore,” he commented. […]
Why does the government dislike those who earn a living?
Trump Administration Focuses on Small Business Reform The Trump administration is prioritizing small businesses, making a significant move by narrowing the rules of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) regarding beneficiary information. Initially, this regulation mandated that small businesses provide sensitive data to the Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) or face hefty fines and […]
Eric Adams aims to earn a doctorate and transition from being the ‘Party Mayor’ to the ‘Party Doctor’
Mayor Eric Adams Outlines Future Plans Mayor Eric Adams shared on Thursday that his primary aim after leaving office is to pursue a Ph.D. He mentioned having received a “great offer” for his next endeavor. During an unrelated news conference, Adams discussed his aspirations beyond City Hall. He expressed interest in returning to school, working […]
What you can earn in 2026 while still avoiding capital gains tax
D3 Sign | Moment | Getty Images The IRS has revealed the capital gains tax brackets for 2026, along with increased income limits for the 0% tax rate. Financial experts suggest this change might open up some tax planning strategies for a variety of investors. Tommy Lucas, a certified financial planner from Moisand Fitzgerald Tamayo […]
Trump could still earn the Nobel Prize if he aids in Ukraine’s liberation
Last week, the Nobel Committee announced the recipient of the 2025 Peace Prize. While President Trump was not the winner, he had expressed a strong desire for the honor and frequently discussed his candidacy for it. Trump has argued—quite convincingly—that he has resolved multiple long-standing global political and military disputes. One of the gravest conflicts […]
Harvard students miss classes yet still earn high grades because of grade inflation
Harvard Faculty Criticizes Student Engagement and Grade Inflation A group of faculty at Harvard University has expressed concerns over the level of student engagement on campus. Many students, they say, are not attending classes, ignoring reading assignments, and are generally disengaged from tough conversations, relying instead on grade inflation to graduate. The Classroom Social Compact […]