One issue that has been discussed many times during the tax reform saga is the marriage penalty: Many married couples pay more taxes as a couple than they would if they were single. In fact, President Trump’s campaign tax plan called for the elimination of the marriage penalty in a […]
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Mild temperatures ahead for central US, while flooding plagues parts of the west
The weather for most of the U.S. on Saturday and Sunday will be ideal for heading out in search of those sought-after post-Thanksgiving sales. That’s right: For the most part, leave the umbrella and winter gear at home. Sunshine is expected for most of the nation, including the southwest, Southern […]
Here’s How Your Social Security Benefits Are Calculated
Ever wonder where the benefit amounts listed on your Social Security statement come from? Understanding how your Social Security benefits are determined will help you understand how to maximize said benefits. Continue Reading Below Qualifying for Social Security benefits In order to receive any Social Security retirement benefits at all, […]
Germany’s Merkel vows to get government in place quickly
German Chancellor Angela Merkel holds a news conference after a Eastern Partnership summit at the European Council Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, November 24, 2017. REUTERS/Eric Vidal November 25, 2017 BERLIN (Reuters) – German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Saturday she aimed to get a government in place as quickly as […]
French minister believes banks had ‘good reasons’ to close National Front accounts
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire attends the “Fund Me Day” event, a day dedicated to the development of startups organized by Tech in Paris, France, November 20, 2017. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes November 25, 2017 PARIS (Reuters) – French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said on Saturday he believed the banks […]
Consumer watchdog head names a successor, and Trump does too
The director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau resigned Friday and named his own successor, leading to an open conflict with President Donald Trump — who announced a different person as acting head of the agency later in the day. That means there are now effectively two acting directors of […]
Pakistani police fire tear gas at Islamists blockading capital
Rescue personnel transport a man injured during clashes between police and protesters, at a hospital for treatment in Rawalpindi, Pakistan November 25, 2017. REUTERS/Faisal Mahmood November 25, 2017 By Asif Shahzad and Kay Johnson ISLAMABAD (Reuters) – Pakistani police used tear gas and watercannon, and fought running battles with stone-throwing […]
Bangladesh says agreed with Myanmar for UNHCR to assist Rohingya’s return
Rohingya refugees wait at a relief centre after crossing the Bangladesh-Myanmar border in the Teknaf area, Bangladesh, November 23, 2017. REUTERS/Susana Vera November 25, 2017 By Ruma Paul DHAKA (Reuters) – Bangladesh and Myanmar have agreed to take help from the U.N. refugee agency to safely repatriate hundreds of thousands […]
Ousted Zimbabwe finance minister Chombo in court to face corruption charges
FILE PHOTO: Finance Minister Ignatius Chombo speaks at a rally of the ruling ZANU PF party in Harare, Zimbabwe November 8, 2017. REUTERS/Philimon Bulawayo/File Photo November 25, 2017 HARARE (Reuters) – Former Zimbabwe finance minister Ignatius Chombo, who was among those detained by the military when they seized power before […]
James has another triple-double as Cavs win seventh straight
Nov 24, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) shoots over the defense of Charlotte Hornets center Dwight Howard (12) during the second half at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports November 25, 2017 (The Sports Xchange) – LeBron James changed shoes at halftime […]