Harris’s proposal for a lower tax rate than the one laid out by Biden suggests she wants to appeal to a broader base of voters.Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has proposed raising the capital gains tax rate for those earning $1m or more to 28 percent, instead of the 39.6 percent rate proposed by President Joe Biden in his fiscal 2025 budget. On Wednesday, Vice President Harris also told cheering supporters at a brewery in North Hampton, New Hampshire, about 10 miles south of Portsmouth, that she would push for a $50,000 tax deduction for new small businesses, 10 times…
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The student center at Quinnipiac University has reopened after getting a report of a possible pipe bomb on campus. University officials told NBC Connecticut that Carl Hanson Student Center was evacuated and people were asked to steer clear of the area. In a message to students, officials said that the Regional Bomb Squad responded to campus for reports of a pipe bomb, but no bomb was found. The student center and Tator Hall have reopened and the buildings have been deemed safe. A spokesperson for Quinnipiac told NBC Connecticut a student saw the bomb threat on social media and alerted…
The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs applauds the progress achieved by the Electoral Reform Consultation Panel as it undertakes the process of considering electoral reform but emphasised the need for effective and proactive public consultation to enable broader societal participation. The committee received a progress report from the panel including the development of a draft programme of action, adopting preliminary guiding principles and undertaking preliminary desktop research, and identifying thematic areas for research. “While this is commendable progress, we must emphasise the importance of effective and meaningful public participation to ensure broader participation. Of most importance will be to ensure…
Here are the nominees for the best young talent (Kopa Trophy) 2024 award confirmed by the organizers of the Ballon d’Or today.In an official announcement, the organizers of arguably one of the biggest football award ceremonies in history, the nominees for the Best Young Talent 2024 also known as the Kopa Trophy award were confirmed today, Wednesday, September 4, 2024.What is the Kopa Trophy?The Kopa Trophy is an annual award given to the best soccer player in the world under the age of 21, as determined by the Ballon d’Or jury voting system. Unlike the Golden Boy prize, which is…
In the 10 seasons of NASCAR’s elimination-style playoff bracket, there’s never been a more intimidating first round of races for the championship hopefuls to traverse. Atlanta, Watkins Glen and Bristol comprise the three-race Round of 16, after which four drivers will be eliminated from championship contention. As little as three years ago, a round made up of those three venues would’ve been seen as fairly straightforward, but with the advent of the Next-Gen car and changes to track configurations, there are no guarantees that any driver — even those considered venerable favorites — will advance. If you were to poll NASCAR fans…
Detention comes amid tensions over Venezuela’s disputed election, with US seizing President Maduro’s plane this week.Venezuelan authorities have detained a United States Navy sailor who was travelling in the Latin American country, according to Pentagon officials. White House national security spokesperson, John Kirby, confirmed on Wednesday that “a US service member” had been detained. He said that Washington was trying to get more information from Venezuelan authorities. “We’re obviously in touch as appropriate, as you would be, with Venezuelan authorities to try to get more knowledge,” Kirby said. He added it was his “understanding that this individual was on some…
Harvey Weinstein could be charged with more allegations of sexual misconduct by a New York grand jury this week, a source said Wednesday. A New York grand jury has been convened to weigh whether to bring new charges against the disgraced former movie mogul, a source with knowledge of the proceedings told NBC News, adding that a decision could be announced as early as Friday. Weinstein’s attorney, Arthur Aidala, said Wednesday in a statement: “We will be prepared for whatever comes our way, they are going to do whatever they can to make sure Harvey doesn’t see the light of…
Big West, the musical project and persona of Dan Westerlund, embodies the expansive spirit of the American West, both in name and sound. Originating from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Dan’s journey out west in 2017 profoundly influenced his creative direction, partially inspiring the moniker “Big West.” This name reflects not just a geographical shift but a personal evolution that’s echoed in his music. With a sound rooted in indie/reggae yet unconfined by any single genre, Big West draws on an eclectic mix of influences ranging from classic rock to 2000s hip-hop—genres that shaped his upbringing. Starting as a solo venture, Big West…
Sonia Umurungi, Managing Director, Green Dreams Ltd believes there is a real need to simplify the process for exporting coffee, avocado, and horticulture products in Rwanda: “Simplifying export procedures is crucial for farmers, as the current complexities negatively impact our competitiveness in the global market. This workshop is essential for reviewing and identifying key simplification reforms to implement necessary changes”. Jean Pierre Mwizerwa, Rwanda Trade Information Portal Coordinator and Customs Business Analyst at the Rwanda Revenue Authority, shares Sonia’s views: “Rwanda sets a benchmark in the East African Community for reducing export procedures for coffee, avocado, and other horticulture products.…
The organizing body of the Ballon d’Or award ceremony has confirmed the list of managers who have been nominated for the 2024 award ceremony.The coach’s award will include recognition for both men’s and women’s coaches. It’s a new award that will be a part of the expanded Ballon d’Or event, co-organized by UEFA and Groupe Amaury, the owner of France Football. According to the body, the awards will maintain their “unchanged and independent” voting system, with UEFA contributing its expertise and managing global commercial rights.UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said,”UEFA and Ballon d’Or are synonyms of sporting excellence, so our partnership…