The recent ruling by the European Union’s highest court forcing Apple to pay 13 billion euros ($14.4 billion) in unpaid taxes to Ireland has put the small EU member state in a politically awkward, albeit enviable, position. Irish lawmakers are now faced with the challenging task of figuring out how to best utilize this unexpected
During the recent presidential debate hosted by ABC News, Donald Trump took a firm stance on China policy, defending his decision to increase trade duties. He proposed imposing blanket tariffs ranging from 10% to 20%, along with additional tariffs of 60% to 100% on Chinese goods. Trump claimed that other countries would finally reimburse the
Popular ‘weight-loss’ diets that are hyper-focused on carbohydrates, like the keto diet, may be doing more harm than good in the long run. Sticking to a low-carb meal plan can help some with diabetes manage their weight and blood sugar levels, but a new study from Australia questions the long-term effectiveness and safety of this
In a recent turn of events, pop superstar Taylor Swift publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, following a heated debate between Harris and former president Donald Trump. Swift took to her Instagram account, which boasts over 280 million followers, to express her support for Harris. The singer praised Harris for her dedication to
The UK economy has shown signs of unexpected stagnation in the month of July, marking the second consecutive month of no growth. The Office for National Statistics reported that the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) remained flat in the weeks following the election of the Labour government, contrary to economists’ expectations of a 0.2% expansion. Despite
The Toronto International Film Festival, known for showcasing some of the most anticipated movies of the year, garnered an unexpected response during the Canadian premiere of Sony’s latest film, Saturday Night. The audience reaction was so overwhelmingly positive that it hinted at a potential win for the Audience Award, a prestigious recognition often linked to
After the successful 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, all eyes are now on Los Angeles for the next summer Games in 2028. Key stakeholders in the event believe that the city will be ready to host an unforgettable Olympic experience. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass expressed her anxiety about the preparations needed for the
Liraglutide, also known as Saxenda, has been found to be effective in reducing BMI in young children with obesity according to the phase IIIa SCALE Kids trial. The study, which included children aged 6 to Findings of the SCALE Kids Trial At week 56, children in the liraglutide group lost 5.8% of their BMI, while
In a shocking turn of events, a total of 31 individuals have been charged in connection with the riots that took place in Cardiff last year. The disorder erupted in the Ely area of Cardiff following the tragic deaths of teenagers Kyrees Sullivan and Harvey Evans in a crash involving an electric bike on Snowden
Recently, Europe’s top court ruled against tech giant Apple in a 10-year court battle over its tax affairs in Ireland. The European Court of Justice made this pronouncement just after Apple announced new product offerings. The court’s decision highlights the ongoing conflict between U.S. tech giants and the EU over issues like taxation, antitrust, and