Most tariffs will be paid by American consumers, according to Goldman economists.
Impact of Tariffs on US Consumers and Inflation According to a recent report from economists at Goldman Sachs, US consumers are poised to experience the full effects of President Trump’s tariffs once these taxes are eliminated. Up until now, most of the tariffs have been shouldered by businesses, which has, in a way, kept prices […]
Unknown buyer paid $250,000 for broken Nintendo and GameStop CEO’s underwear.
They Did It for Larz A notable pair of Crypto enthusiasts spent a staggering $250,000 on a broken Nintendo Switch and even used underwear from GameStop’s CEO during a charity auction in New York City, aimed at raising funds for a children’s hospital. The duo, who chose to remain anonymous for safety reasons, emphasized the […]
Getting paid for results? How Oregon pension managers can increase their earnings even when investments decline.
Oregon’s Pension Fund Struggles Amid Incentive Payments In 2022, the value of Oregon’s public pension investment fell by 1.55%, only earning $6.6 billion. This marked its poorest performance since the financial crisis of 2008, worsening an already significant funding shortfall. Interestingly, this year saw some of the highest earnings yet for the state’s civil servants […]
Some businesses provide paid tax assistance while local officials claim it’s available for free.
In response to concerns, the tax secretaries from Cobb, Fulton, and DeKalb counties decided it was important to let residents know that certain services are available at no cost from the county. “We want to emphasize that these services are free for taxpayers and homeowners; all you need to do is visit the tax office,” […]
When the Druze Spoke Up, Israel Paid Attention: Warfare Expert Criticizes Worldwide Inaction on Syrian Massacre
Critique of Global Inaction on Syrian Druze Atrocities John Spencer, a noted expert on urban warfare, is sounding the alarm over the ongoing violence against Syrian Druze minorities. He argues that “human rights groups say very little,” while Western capitals respond with vague statements or remain silent. This situation has become increasingly dire. As the […]
The true first responders in Appalachia were not paid employees.
Hurricane Helen’s Impact on Western North Carolina On September 27, 2024, while I was at Blaze News’ headquarters in Irving, Texas, Hurricane Helen struck Appalachia. It didn’t take long for the aftermath in western North Carolina to reveal itself, and I felt compelled to be there. “I’m getting overwhelmed,” I mentioned to my editor. “I […]
New Missouri law requires sales tax to be paid when buying a car and introduces new temporary tag regulations.
Changes for Missouri Car Buyers: New Temporary Tags and Sales Tax Rules ST. LOUIS – Missouri residents purchasing vehicles will notice some adjustments in the way temporary tags are issued and sales tax is handled, following a new law signed by Gov. Mike Kehoe. This law, known as Senate Bill 28, is set to modernize […]
Missouri cancels law that allowed paid sick leave, which was approved by voters.
The governor of Missouri, Mike Kehoe, recently signed a law that repeals the paid sick leave provisions that were approved by around 58% of voters less than a year ago. The governor’s office stated that the Paid Sick Leave Act imposed burdensome requirements on small businesses, including strict guidelines on how leave should be administered […]
Migrants paid off New York officials to obtain drivers’ licenses
Driving School and DMV Employees Accused of License Fraud A driving school in Queens is reportedly involved in a collaboration with three Staten Island DMV workers to orchestrate a driver’s license fraud scheme. T&E Driving School, located in Flushing, is accused of working with DMV personnel who conducted driving tests, allowing customers to pay $2,000 […]
Landscaper accused of holding a paid party at a customer’s empty house
Party Gone Wrong in North Carolina A landscaper in North Carolina found himself in quite the predicament after allegedly hosting a huge party at a former client’s house. Michael Brown, 37, is said to have drawn in “hundreds” of guests to his home in Weddington on June 21. It appears Brown anticipated that the homeowner […]