The new auto loan interest deduction is causing quite a stir among banks, credit unions, and captive finance companies. The confusion lies in what exactly they need to tell car buyers about this tax break. There's no clear agreement on how to handle this yet. This tax break is part of a bigger law
Canada is finally moving towards a more secure banking system. The government has announced a new framework for open banking, set to launch in 2026. This system will replace the risky practice of sharing online banking passwords with third-party apps. Instead, users will be able to securely share th
KDE, a favorite among Linux users, just hit a major milestone. They raised over €297, 000, which is almost three times their goal of €100, 000. This is huge news for the Linux community, especially for those who are making the switch from Windows. KDE is known for its user-friendly interface and po
The Czech Republic has a new government, and it's not what everyone expected. Andrej Babiš, a billionaire and populist leader, is back in charge. He was sworn in by President Petr Pavel. This new government is a mix of Babiš's ANO movement and two smaller parties: the anti-migrant Freedom and Direct
Amazon frogs are in trouble. Pesticides and climate change are teaming up to make life harder for them. Scientists wanted to see how these two problems affect frog tadpoles. They looked at two types of frogs: Osteocephalus taurinus and Scinax ruber. They tested how these tadpoles handle a pesticide
Anthony Joshua, a heavyweight boxing champion, has shown support for influencer boxing. This is a trend where famous people, who are not professional boxers, step into the ring. Joshua believes this is good for the sport. He thinks it shows that boxing can be successful without needing a championshi
On a warm Sunday evening, Bondi Beach in Sydney was buzzing with life. People were there for different reasons: some to cool off, others to join a local Jewish group celebrating Hanukkah. The event promised fun activities like a petting farm, face painting, and donuts, with the aim of spreading joy
In Ukraine, most people are not willing to make big compromises for peace. A recent survey shows that three out of four Ukrainians think it's wrong to give up land or limit their military without solid security promises. This puts President Zelenskiy in a tough spot as he tries to negotiate with Rus
Money is pouring into education, but are students really learning what they need? In New York City, private high school tuition can hit a staggering $70, 000 a year. On top of that, families are spending big on tutors, test prep, and extracurriculars. Yet, despite all this investment, many teens are
Southern Boone County R-I School District is considering a big change. They might switch to a four-day school week. This could start in the 2026-27 school year. On the days they do go to school, classes would run longer. School would start at 7:50 a. m. and end at 3:25 p. m. from Tuesday to Friday.
