Financial literacy, including basic tax concepts, empowers children to view money simply as something to spend, and also as something to manage thoughtfully. Through age-appropriate conversations and practical examples, educators and families can help children begin to understand how taxes work, why they exist, and how they impact both individuals and society at large. Elizabeth...
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Trump Warns of Threatening 50% Tariffs on EU Goods and 25% on Apple iPhones,
The GuardianBoth are reporting similar developments.Donald Trump has issued plans to impose major tariffs on European Union imports and Apple products, intensifying trade tensions and sparking immediate market reactions. Trump announced in a post on his social media platform Truth Social that he intends to implement a 50% tariff on goods imported from Europe starting...
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Thirteen Bodies Are Recovered From Rubble in Northern Gaza Due to Ongoing Israeli Airstrikes
May 22, 2025 — Early April 26th saw at least 13 Palestinians killed and several more still missing after an Israeli airstrike struck a residential building in Gaza City’s Sabra neighborhood, as part of Israel’s intensified military campaign across Gaza that has killed thousands and uprooted nearly the entire population.Al Jazeera reports that Gaza’s civil...
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Modi Government Cracks Down on Dissent in Wake of Pakistan Conflict: New York Times
After recent military clashes between India and Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government have undertaken measures that appear to be an attempt at silencing dissident voices. According to The New York Times report, such measures include arresting academics, blocking social media accounts, detaining individuals under stringent laws and arresting activists – raising serious...
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“US Muslim Group Denounces Israeli Aid As ‘PR Stunt’ Amid Gaza Famine Threat
CAIR, the largest Muslim civil rights organization in the U.S., has harshly condemned Israel’s recent decision to allow limited aid trucks into Gaza as “completely insufficient and psychotic PR stunt” which does not address an escalating humanitarian crisis in the region. Cair has expressed this sentiment to Al Jazeera.On May 19, 2025, Israel granted nine...
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Over 100 People Killed in 24 Hours Due to Israeli Strikes on Gaza Including Dozens of Children
Israeli forces intensified their air and ground operations across Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, killing more than 100 Palestinians – including many women and children – including entire families killed in some of the deadliest bombings since October 2023. Hospitals and emergency services reported many victims were women or children.Al Jazeera reports that...
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Iran Condemns Increased Israeli Assaults on Gaza, Blames the West
Iran strongly condemned Israeli military operations in Gaza Strip, labeling them as unprecedented crimes and holding Western allies accountable, such as the US and UK, directly responsible. Iran made this statement following reports of increased Israeli airstrikes resulting in civilian casualties at refugee shelters and medical facilities as well as attacks against refugee shelters and...
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Russia Demands Territorial Recognition and Ukrainian Neutrality Amid Stagnating Peace Talks
Russia and Ukraine engaged in their first direct peace talks since three years, held in Istanbul. Russian negotiators presented an array of demands which have met strong resistance from Kyiv and its Western allies; talks aimed at finding an end to their ongoing conflict concluded without an armistice agreement, further underscoring deep divisions between both...
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Rajnath Singh Urges the IMF to Revamp $1 Billion Aid Package for Pakistan; Amit Shah Applauds Operation Sindoor
Rajnath Singh, India’s Defence Minister, has expressed concerns that Pakistan could use funds from an International Monetary Fund loan of $1 billion approved recently to support terrorist activity. Speaking at Bhuj Airbase in Gujarat, Singh stated: “I believe much of that $1 billion coming from IMF will be used for funding terror infrastructure.” mes Hindustan...
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Divided by Border, United by Fear: Kashmiris Pick Up the Pieces after India-Pakistan Take Step Back From Brink
After the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan, residents of Kashmir are left reeling from one of the most intense escalations periods seen for decades. A four-day conflict ignited by an attack on Hindu tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir led to major military exchanges until an American-brokered truce was finally agreed upon on May 10 (CT...