With the arrival of 2024, several landmark anniversaries have come into focus: the 80th anniversaries of D-Day and the Bretton Woods conference, and the 75th anniversary of NATO's founding. These historical events provide a vital backdrop to reflect on the postwar order's triumphs spurred
The introduction of new European Union (EU) tax rules concerning the art market, as outlined in Directive 2022/542, aims to streamline the previously convoluted value-added tax (VAT) system among EU member states. The directive went into effect on January 1, spurring varied and far from uniform
The City of Swartz Creek has laid out an ambitious and comprehensive development plan for 2025, focusing on enhancing parks and recreation, revitalizing economic development, and undertaking significant infrastructure projects. Underlining the city's commitment to improving the quality of life
In an unexpected move, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's recent budget proposal has sparked heated debates, especially with a $4 million allocation to private and alternative education. This decision appears to contradict Noem's proclaimed commitment to prioritize education, as it
The 2017 enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) under President Donald Trump's administration significantly altered the U.S. tax landscape by lowering tax rates for individuals and corporations. This large legislative reform aimed at stimulating economic growth, but it consequentially
The rapid expansion of digital lending across international borders presents both opportunities and significant challenges for lenders and regulators. As technology enables financial services to transcend geographic boundaries, stakeholders must navigate a web of fragmented regulations, compliance
