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Trump promises to end ‘double taxation’ on Americans abroad
Former President Donald Trump pledged to eliminate filing U.S. taxes for Americans living abroad as part of his 2024 campaign tax reform platform. The proposal aims to end what is often referred to as “double taxation” for expatriates, a move that could simplify tax obligations for over 4 million U.S. citizens overseas. Currently, Americans living… -
Earthquake in Iran fuels online speculation of nuclear testing
Tensions between Israel and Iran have intensified amid fears that a recent earthquake in Iran was not a natural disaster, but rather the result of a secret underground nuclear test. This online speculation arises as both nations exchange warnings concerning Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Israel views Iran’s nuclear program as an existential threat, and over the… -
Developer denies HBO documentary claim he created Bitcoin
A new HBO documentary claims to have identified the creator of Bitcoin, a mystery that has captivated the cryptocurrency world for over a decade. But the man named in the film, Canadian developer Peter Todd, is rejecting the claim, calling it “ludicrous.” In “Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery,” filmmaker Cullen Hoback names Todd as the… -
VP nominee Walz supports national popular vote over Electoral College
Minnesota governor and Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz recently expressed support for abolishing the Electoral College in favor of a national popular vote. Speaking at a fundraiser hosted by California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Walz emphasized that while many share this sentiment, the likelihood of seeing such a change in the current political landscape remains… -
Russian ‘floating bomb’ remains anchored off UK coast
A Russian cargo ship carrying over 1,000 tons of ammonium nitrate remains stranded just off the coast of Kent in southeast England, after being denied entry to several European ports. Authorities are monitoring the ship, dubbed a “floating bomb” by experts, as it continues to pose a potential threat due to the volatile nature of… -
Games drive user growth at New York Times, surpassing news audience
The New York Times is seeing a major shift in its user base as more visitors are flocking to its platform for games rather than news. Recent data shows that the number of users engaging with the publication’s games has more than doubled the traffic for news content. The latest addition to the Times’ game… -
‘Abandon Harris’ group endorses Jill Stein, bringing doubt to Michigan turnout
A progressive political group, known as “Abandon Harris,” has formally endorsed Green Party candidate Jill Stein. The endorsement signaled a shift away from the Democratic Party ahead of the 2024 election. The move comes as growing discontent among the party’s left-wing base threatens to undermine Democratic efforts to secure key swing states, particularly Michigan, where… -
AI tools consume up to 4 times more water than estimated
A new report shows that artificial intelligence tools, including ChatGPT, are using up to four times more water than previously believed. This discovery raises concerns about the sustainability of data centers as AI continues to expand. Researchers from the University of California, Riverside found that processing 10 to 50 queries on AI chatbots can consume… -
‘Merchant of Death’ allegedly returns to arms trade after US release
Viktor Bout, the infamous Russian arms dealer known as the “Merchant of Death,” is reportedly back in the arms trade after his release by the U.S. in 2022. According to The Wall Street Journal, Bout is now reportedly brokering weapons deals for the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. Bout was originally sentenced to 25 years… -
New details revealed for deadly pager attack operation on Hezbollah
Israeli intelligence agency Mossad used an elaborate covert operation involving explosive-laden pagers to carry out a massive strike on Hezbollah, killing dozens and injuring thousands of the group’s operatives, according to The Washington Post. The operation, which took place in September, targeted the militant group’s communication network across Lebanon and Syria, dealing a significant blow… -
Google threatens to cut New Zealand news links if compensation bill passes
Google has warned it may remove links to New Zealand news sites if the country’s proposed Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill is passed. The law aims to compensate publishers for their content, but Google claims it could harm both the company and local news organizations. The tech giant’s New Zealand director labeled the proposed legislation… -
US pushing to elect new Lebanese president as Hezbollah weakens
The U.S. reportedly wants to take advantage of Hezbollah’s weakened state after recent Israeli airstrikes to help elect a new Lebanese president. Lebanon has been without a president for almost two years, which has only made its political and economic crisis worse. In late September, Israeli airstrikes killed Hezbollah’s leader Hassan Nasrallah, along with several… -
US Supreme Court to decide if Mexico can sue gun manufacturers
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a case brought by Mexico against major American gun manufacturers amid claims that these companies are indirectly responsible for escalating violence fueled by drug cartels. The lawsuit alleged that the manufacturers failed to enforce proper safeguards, allowing firearms to be trafficked into Mexico, where they contribute to…