A well-known wine business is making a move. Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, which has been around for 53 years, is opening a new store in Marin County. This is their first new retail spot since they opened in Berkeley way back in 1972. The new shop is in the Marin Country Mart shopping center in Larks
A construction contractor in Pennsylvania recently scored a partial victory in a tax dispute. The state's Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) ruled that the contractor deserved a refund for some taxes paid. The contractor had asked for a refund on taxes paid on building machinery and equipment given
In a recent decision, the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) gave a partial win to a taxpayer seeking a sales tax refund. The issue? The taxpayer had paid sales tax on items bought for use in the Keystone Opportunity Zone before getting the necessary exemption certificate. This certific
A new proposal from Republicans might lead to higher healthcare costs for many Americans. The CARE Act, introduced by Senator Bernie Moreno, aims to extend ACA Premium Tax Credits temporarily and gradually phase out COVID-era subsidies over two years. During the pandemic, enhanced ACA tax credits h
Choosing the right cryptocurrency to gift can be tricky. With so many options out there, it's best to stick with well-known ones like Bitcoin or Ether. These are easier to manage and have a solid track record. Newer, cheaper coins might seem tempting, but they can be risky for beginners. Gift cards
Ross Ulbricht, the mastermind behind the infamous Silk Road dark web marketplace, has been a polarizing figure in the crypto world. He spent over a decade behind bars after being convicted of serious charges, including drug trafficking and hacking. But in a surprising twist, former U. S. President D
A new movie from Slovenia is making waves. It's called "Little Trouble Girls" and it's about a young girl finding her way in a strict religious world. The director, Urška Djukić, is new to making full-length films, but she's already making a big splash. The story is about a shy 16-year-old named Lu
A big chill is heading to Tennessee, thanks to a polar vortex. This weather event is pushing cold air from the Arctic into the Eastern United States. Over the weekend, temperatures in Tennessee are expected to drop significantly, reaching the low 20s and upper teens. In the Appalachian region of Ea
In a world where electronic warfare is becoming the norm, NATO is turning to innovative solutions to keep its communications secure. Astrolight, a Lithuanian tech company, has been putting its POLARIS laser communication terminal through its paces in recent NATO exercises. The POLARIS terminal was
The political scene in the United States is heating up, and not in a good way. Recently, several lawmakers have decided to call it quits. They're leaving Congress, and many are pointing to a toxic work environment as the reason. But what does this mean for the country? First, let's talk about the p
