Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
Despite some improvements in the rising housing market, a report suggests that those with a less affordable income will suffer the worst of it. Here are the reasons why. A Widespread Affordability Crisis Rental affordability in the U.S. has become worse than ever, affecting both high and low-income tenants. The Harvard Joint Center for Housing … Read more
Ukraine seeks to use $300bn in frozen Russian assets for its reconstruction, facing costs near $500bn due to war damage. With only $5.5bn secured for 2024’s immediate needs, the ongoing conflict underlines the urgency of international support and asset confiscation for recovery. Frozen Assets Since the war in Ukraine started, Russian assets have been frozen … Read more
The battle over college financial aid has become a focal point in the latest government shutdown saga, affecting hundreds of thousands of students across the nation. Despite initial promises, the political standoff in Washington is leaving students and colleges in a bind, scrambling for clarity and support as the situation rapidly evolves. Abrupt Promises and … Read more
In a bold move, two U.S. senators have reached out to President Joe Biden with a plea to overhaul the current policy that lets packages from China enter the U.S. without duty if they are under $800 in value. This policy, they argue, puts American businesses at a disadvantage and could have significant implications for … Read more
In a landmark legal showdown, the U.S. Supreme Court is tackling a crucial question that could reshape the internet as we know it: Can tech companies control what you see and say online? Introduction to Supreme Court Cases The court recently listened to arguments in two cases, one from Texas and another from Florida, that … Read more
California restaurants and delivery services will no longer be allowed to collect service fees from customers beginning this July. This news struck a nerve for business owners, and famed entrepreneur Jon Taffer spoke out against the new law. California’s Recent Wage Changes After the announcement recently that many California fast food workers would soon be … Read more
In modern society, the quest for equal access to healthcare remains a pressing issue as disparities persist among different demographic groups. From income inequality to racial biases and geographic limitations, various factors contribute to unequal access to medical services and ultimately impact health outcomes. In this article, we delve into the multifaceted nature of health … Read more
Tax evasion, the act of not paying taxes that you owe, is a big problem in the United States. The people who are supposed to pay the most taxes, like millionaires and billionaires, are actually not paying their fair share. In fact, they’re avoiding over $150 billion in taxes every year, according to the head … Read more
A new research report shows that dozens of major U.S. companies shell out more in executive salaries than they do in federal tax. Shedding Light on Corporate Tax According to the latest research analysis, some of the biggest companies in the U.S. pay their leading executives more in annual salaries than they pay in taxes … Read more
The 2024 National People’s Congress (NPC) in China convenes this week against the backdrop of a slowing economy thanks to an aging workforce, strained U.S. relations, and a housing sector crisis. Amid these issues, the NPC aims to increase economic confidence and set growth targets while facing public and investor unease over the country’s economic … Read more