The European Commission proposed the CORE tax for companies with at least 100 million euros in business volume, with annual payments up to 750,000 euros. However, this tax could negatively affect companies with low profit margins and increase prices for consumers.
The Middle East is tense due to instability in Syria, tensions between Israel and Turkey, and disparate views among the Druze minority. Israel and Netanyahu fear the advance of Sunni Islamism in Syria, while some support stability in Syria and others consider al-Sharaa a threat.
Reimagine Rural Podcast’s Third Season, with Tony Pipa, will release new episodes featuring visits to coastal towns, exploring community changes and public policies. From disaster recovery in North Carolina to revitalization in Kentucky and clean energy in Minnesota, Pipa discusses how rural communities face challenges and thrive. Listen to Reimagine Rural.
The EU seeks to manage strategically Chinese investment in electric vehicles, balancing manufacturing benefits and knowledge gains with risks of dependency and market distortions.
The Trump presidency has brought significant changes to the U.S. and the world, with massive deportations, commercial conflicts, and diplomatic tensions. Trump’s popularity has decreased and his administration has generated economic uncertainty and attacks on institutions and civil rights. His policies are in conflict with his peaceful promises and his management is seen as extreme and challenging for American democracy.
