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For some Columbia students, protest encampment is living history lesson

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For some Columbia students, protest encampment is living history lesson

Students at Columbia University set up a pro-Palestinian protest encampment on campus, inspired by a course called “Columbia 1968” about past protests. The encampment led to arrests and suspensions by the school administration, but protesters continue to demand divestment from companies supporting Israel. The protests have drawn support from various groups and have sparked debates and activities on campus. Despite criticism, students remain committed to their cause.

Last Year, $1,748 of Your Taxes Went to Corporate Pentagon Contractors

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Last Year, $1,748 of Your Taxes Went to Corporate Pentagon Contractors

The Institute for Policy Studies releases a tax receipt each year to show where taxpayers’ money goes. In 2023, the average taxpayer spent ,974 on the Pentagon, with 5 going to troops’ salaries and ,748 going to corporate Pentagon contractors. The Pentagon budget is set to increase by billion in 2024, with half going to for-profit contractors. This spending on military contracts could be redirected to programs like the Child Tax Credit and renewable energy, which have proven benefits for society.

Putin’s War Will Soon Reach Russians’ Tax Bills

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Putin’s War Will Soon Reach Russians’ Tax Bills

Russia’s president, Vladimir V. Putin, is planning to increase income and corporate taxes to help finance the war in Ukraine. This move demonstrates his control over Russian policy and reflects his confidence in his political control over the Russian elite.

Legislation round-up: taxes, housing, employment … and more – NH Business Review

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Legislation round-up: taxes, housing, employment ... and more - NH Business Review

Fact: The second legislative session in New Hampshire is tackling many business-related proposals on the House and Senate floors.

Colorado paramedic to be sentenced in Elijah McClain’s death, bringing case to a close

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Colorado paramedic to be sentenced in Elijah McClain’s death, bringing case to a close

A paramedic in Colorado is set to be sentenced for his involvement in the death of Elijah McClain, a young Black man who died after being put in a chokehold by police and injected with ketamine. The sentencing closes out the legal proceedings related to McClain’s death, which led to significant police reforms in Colorado, including banning chokeholds and prohibiting police from pressuring paramedics to use ketamine on suspects. The case has also highlighted the importance of district attorney races in holding law enforcement accountable.

FACTBOX-Who are the mega-rich donors backing Trump?

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FACTBOX-Who are the mega-rich donors backing Trump?

Mega-rich donors have emerged as key backers of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, collectively donating more than million to support his candidacy against Democratic incumbent Joe Biden.

Yen falls on BoJ inaction, focus on US PCE inflation

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Yen falls on BoJ inaction, focus on US PCE inflation

The Japanese Yen is trading at its weakest level in over three decades against the US Dollar after the Bank of Japan decided to leave monetary policy settings unchanged.

First Covid, now heat: online schooling returns to the Philippines

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First Covid, now heat: online schooling returns to the Philippines

Fact: Record heat in the Philippines this month has forced schools to send children home for online classes, reviving memories of Covid lockdowns and raising fears that more extreme weather in the years to come could deepen educational inequalities.

How California Dems Are Finding Workarounds to Cash Payment Race Reparations

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How California Dems Are Finding Workarounds to Cash Payment Race Reparations

Experts say the proposals for reparations to black descendants of slaves in California, which include subsidized property taxes and expedited business licenses, may be unconstitutional due to violating guarantees of equal treatment of citizens regardless of race.

Tax costs to UK businesses jumped 27% in the last year to £13.1bn – The CFO

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Tax costs to UK businesses jumped 27% in the last year to £13.1bn - The CFO

Two-thirds of UK business taxes were introduced in the past decade, costing businesses £13.1bn in the last year, up 27% from the previous year.