France is making a big move. They want to charge tech giants more money. Lawmakers just voted to increase the tax on companies like Amazon, Google, and Facebook. This tax could go from 3% to 6%. It's part of their plan for the budget in 2026. This isn't just about money. It's about power. Big tech
Javier Milei, Argentina's president, has made big moves in the midterm elections. His libertarian group, La Libertad Avanza (LLA), gained a lot of seats. But now, the real work starts. He needs to find allies to push through his big plans for changes. Milei wants to make big changes to taxes and la
The U. S. intelligence community has a clear message: Russia's President Vladimir Putin is not backing down from the war in Ukraine. This is not new, but the intensity of his commitment has grown, according to recent assessments shared with U. S. lawmakers. Putin's resolve is unwavering, despite Ru
India's central bank has been busy lately, moving a lot of its gold from foreign banks back home. Now, over 65% of its gold is stored within the country. That's a big jump from just four years ago. Why the rush? Well, after some countries froze Russia's gold reserves due to the Ukraine conflict, Ind
On a recent CNN show, things got heated when conservative commentator David Urban shared his thoughts about Donald Trump's influence. Urban suggested that even after his presidency, Trump would still be a major force in politics. He mentioned that Trump might not be president, but he could still be
Larry Fink, the head of BlackRock, recently shared his thoughts on why people are investing in crypto and gold. He believes that these investments are driven by fear. People worry about their money losing value, so they turn to these assets for security. This was said at a big investment conference
Technology is changing how we care for older adults. One exciting development is digital health twins (DHTs). These are virtual copies of real people. They can help doctors and nurses take better care of older adults. But, like any new technology, there are challenges. First, there are ethical conc
In the Chicago area, Head Start programs are safe for now, but the future is uncertain. The federal government shutdown could hit hard if it continues. Nationwide, 65, 000 kids and their families might lose access to early education and childcare. But in Chicago, the impact won't be felt right away.
The World Series is heating up, and if you're looking to watch the Dodgers take on the Blue Jays in Game 4 without cable, there are plenty of options. Let's break down the best ways to stream the game live. First up, DirecTV is a solid choice. It offers access to Fox and FS1, the channels you need
Samsung is cooking up something big for its next foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold8. Even though it won’t hit the shelves until next year, whispers about its features are already out there. The latest buzz is all about its display and battery. The Galaxy Z Fold8 is rumored to have a new "laser-dril
