Tax on tips in New York uncertain
Tax Exemption on Tips Under New Law ROCHESTER, N.Y. — When the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” was enacted on July 4, it introduced a significant tax exemption for tips. This new law allows specific employees—like housekeepers, hairdressers, restaurant staff, and bartenders—to deduct qualified tips from customers, with a limit of $25,000 per year, effective […]
Dealing with a health insurance denial? Here are some tips to assist you.
When Sally Nix found out that her health insurance wouldn’t cover the costly treatment her doctor suggested for her nerve pain, she braced herself for a fight. After years filled with mixed decisions and changing insurance companies, she finally received approval in January. Now, she dedicates her time to assisting other patients in their battles […]
Hochul will not support Trump’s ‘no tax on tips’ approach, frustrating NY restaurant staff
New York Lawmakers Remain Silent on Tax Relief for Service Workers Governor Kathy Hochul and Democratic lawmakers in New York have chosen not to extend the federal “tip-free” policy to state income taxes, which significantly impacts bartenders and restaurant workers amidst ongoing discussions about affordability in the state. Leon Gallagher, a 30-year-old bartender at The […]
Peter Som offers fun tips and recipes from his “Family Style” cookbook
Insights on Food and Family from a Culinary Journey You come from a family that loves food. Who has influenced your cooking the most? Without a doubt, my grandmother and mother. They were the heart of our family kitchen. My grandmother had this natural talent for Cantonese cooking, while my mother was practical and had […]
Danica McKellar shares her tips for staying in shape at 50
Danica McKellar Shares Her Health Secrets at 50 At 50, Danica McKellar looks fantastic, and the star of Great American Family recently opened up about how she manages to fend off temptations, especially during the holidays. “One of my tricks is that I hold off on desserts or unhealthy foods until I’ve filled up on […]
Doctor shares tips for staying healthy during holiday airplane travel this season
Holiday Travel Risks and Tips As the holiday season approaches, many Americans are gearing up for travel, flying to reconnect with family and friends. Just over Thanksgiving weekend, the TSA screened a staggering 3.1 million travelers, and that number is expected to rise during Christmas. However, the surge in travelers means airports and airplanes will […]
Dick Van Dyke shares tips for living to 100
Dick Van Dyke Reflects on His Longevity and Lifestyle Changes Dick Van Dyke, the beloved star of “Mary Poppins,” recently shared insights on his long life as he approaches his 100th birthday on December 13. Van Dyke believes that significant changes in his lifestyle, particularly giving up drinking and smoking, have played a crucial role […]
Warning about MetaMask wallet verification scams and tips for avoiding fraud.
You might have recently spotted an email from ‘sharfharef’ featuring the MetaMask logo, titled ‘Wallet Verification Required.’ These messages prompt you to click a link to authenticate your wallet, but they’re actually a tactic used by scammers to steal your cryptocurrency information. What is MetaMask and Why Scammers Like It MetaMask is a widely-used crypto […]
Middle school in Maryland taught kids about transgender awareness, including tips on binding and coming out.
Middle School Celebrates Transgender Awareness Week A middle school in Maryland recently marked Transgender Awareness Week by presenting a slideshow aimed at sixth-graders, featuring topics such as “Advice for Coming Out” and “8 Tips for Being Nonbinary.” Students at Westland Middle School in Bethesda were introduced last month to the concept that “a person’s gender […]
IRS agents might need to monitor OnlyFans due to uncertainty about Trump’s tax policy on tips.
It seems like there’s going to be a real eye-opener regarding pornography. IRS officials may find themselves needing to keep an eye on OnlyFans to figure out what falls under the category of “pornographic activity” as opposed to what might be exempt from President Trump’s tip tax exemption. In July, the president signed the One […]