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The Edmonton Oilers are turning to goalie Devon Levi, with the young netminder set to make his first start in a game against the Vancouver Canucks. Coverage notes the Oilers' unusual three-goalie setup, which is drawing comparisons to past seasons, and reports the team had considered Winnipeg's goaltending situation before acquiring Levi. Coaches describe him as a confident young player as they give the rookie a look.

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has put cutting inheritance tax at the centre of a major speech, describing the levy as 'immoral'. The pledge, reported by The Times, signals an attempt to reposition the party around tax cuts for families and businesses as debate over the UK's inheritance tax burden intensifies.

Le Figaro reports that France's National Assembly is seeing a return of fiscal creativity, with lawmakers proposing new taxes, levies and tax loopholes as the government searches for revenue. The debate comes as concern over a possible financial crisis in France grows, with the public finances and deficit under close scrutiny and the budget negotiations drawing wide attention.

Shoppers are poring over Amazon's Prime Day discounts, with roundups highlighting the best remaining offers on popular products such as Levi's apparel, AirPods, and Echo devices. Media outlets are publishing last-call lists as the sale event winds down, urging buyers to act before the deals expire. Interest spans multiple countries, with Echo products drawing attention in both French and Japanese markets.

The European Commission is preparing to make big technology firms pay a new levy targeting very large companies, according to a Financial Times report picked up by German media. Discussion under the heading of a 'digital tax' is spreading in Germany, where the idea of making US tech giants contribute more has long been debated. The proposal would reportedly apply to major corporations rather than only digital platforms, and details such as rates and revenue thresholds remain to be clarified.

Russia's Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP) has come out against the proposed windfall tax on excess revenues from mineral extraction, the ProFinance outlet reports. The proposal is associated with Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, whose name is drawing searches in Russia. The business lobby argues the one-off levy on mining profits would discourage investment and burden companies already facing high taxes.

New York City's pied-à-terre tax exemptions continue to accumulate after Zohram Mamdani again pushed back the deadline for compliance. The repeated postponements mean more second-home owners are avoiding the levy intended to tax largely vacant luxury apartments. Critics say the delays undermine the tax's purpose and favor wealthy property owners, while the issue has become a flashpoint in city tax policy debates.

President Trump says he is considering suspending the federal gas tax, according to the Guardian. The proposal, floated amid ongoing economic pressures, would temporarily cut the roughly 18-cents-per-gallon federal levy on gasoline. Commenters are weighing whether the move would meaningfully ease costs at the pump for drivers or largely benefit oil companies, and whether it is a serious policy or a political gesture ahead of the midterms.

Retailers including Lands' End and Levi's are offering clothing discounts during Amazon's Prime Day shopping event, with CNN rounding up the deals shoppers need to know. Coverage highlights apparel offers from major brands as the annual sale draws consumer attention worldwide.

Amazon's Prime Day clothing discounts are ending within hours, and shoppers are being urged to act fast. CNN highlights deals on apparel from Lands' End, Levi's and other major brands, part of the broader Prime Day sales event that draws heavy bargain-hunting each year as limited-time offers expire.

Crimean authorities report that 1,688 electric vehicles registered in the region have been included under the transport tax. The disclosure is drawing attention amid ongoing debate in Russia over whether electric cars, which have enjoyed tax exemptions in many regions, should continue to be excluded from the levy. Owners in Crimea are now facing tax notices despite the federal push to encourage electric vehicle adoption.

A blog post is promoting Levi's men's faux leather motorcycle jacket, presenting it as a classic biker style suited to everyday wear. The item is being shared with fashion and menswear tags, though there is no indication of new product news, reviews or wider discussion beyond the promotional listing itself.

The governing coalition's parliamentary groups in Germany are planning to introduce a new tax on plastics, according to DIE ZEIT. The levy would target plastic materials, adding to existing European measures against plastic waste. The proposal is drawing attention as part of broader environmental policy, with debate expected over costs for industry and consumers and how the revenue would be used.

Malevy Leons is generating buzz as the Portland Trail Blazers, with a reworked roster, host the Golden State Warriors in their preseason opener. Fans are watching to see where the Dutch forward fits into Portland's new-look rotation as the team evaluates its depth before the regular season begins.

Director and producer Shawn Levy has signed an overall deal with Disney after nearly a decade working with Netflix, Variety reports. Levy is known for producing Stranger Things and directing films in the Deadpool and Night at the Museum franchises. The move is drawing attention as one of the more high-profile producer switches between the streaming service and the legacy studio.

Levi Strauss reported third-quarter results that were mixed, drawing commentary from prominent retail analyst Dana Telsey. Speaking on CNBC, Telsey broke down the denim maker's quarterly performance, addressing where the company beat expectations and where it fell short. Investors and retail watchers are focused on what the results signal for consumer demand and Levi's outlook heading into the holiday season.

Singapore is introducing a world-first green levy on flights departing the city-state, adding to costs for air travellers at a time when airfares are already rising. The levy is aimed at reducing aviation's environmental impact, but commentators note it will increase the price of flying out of Singapore.

Shoppers are being pointed to discounts on puffer jackets from brands including Columbia and Levi's, with prices at Amazon of $100 or less. The deals arrive as colder weather drives demand for winter outerwear, making the seasonal sale a popular topic among bargain hunters looking for name-brand coats at lower prices.

Levi Strauss is putting money recovered from tariff refunds back into efforts to revive its consumer business, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The jeans maker is directing the recovered funds toward initiatives aimed at boosting demand for its products as it works to strengthen sales.

Economists Nancy Lazar of Evercore's Ed Yardeni team and Mickey Levy joined Thiel macro analyst Jim on a central bank panel, agreeing that a sharp bond selloff is now forcing central banks to raise interest rates. They disagreed, however, on what policymakers should do next, with differing views on how aggressively to respond to market-driven rate pressures.

Spartak Moscow forward Levi Garcia has agreed a three-year contract with Greek club Panathinaikos, according to Soviet Sport. The move would end the Trinidad and Tobago winger's spell with the Russian club and see him continue his career in Athens, with Russian football fans closely following the transfer.

New tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Mexican tomatoes could push up costs for US restaurants that rely on imported produce. Reports from Texas public radio outlets suggest the levies may force restaurants, especially Tex-Mex and Mexican eateries, to stop offering the complimentary chips and salsa that diners have long expected. The tariffs are the latest trade measure to ripple through the food service industry.

New tariffs on tomatoes imported from Mexico under the Trump administration could raise costs for US restaurants, and some outlets warn the complimentary chips and salsa traditionally offered to diners may be dropped as a result. Mexico supplies the majority of American tomatoes, so the levies are expected to push up ingredient prices and squeeze already thin restaurant margins.

The Times reports that Britain is preparing to impose tariffs on electric cars imported from China. The move would follow similar steps by the United States and the European Union, which have raised import duties on Chinese electric vehicles over concerns about state subsidies giving Chinese manufacturers an unfair price advantage in Western markets. Details of the tariff levels and timing have not yet been confirmed by the government.

Sber's subsidiary has been designated as the operator of the technological fee (technological sbor) in Russia. This means the company will administer the levy aimed at supporting domestic radio-electronics production. The appointment gives Sber's division a central role in collecting and managing the fee paid on electronics imports, a scheme that has drawn significant public and industry attention.

New York City's proposed pied-à-terre tax, aimed at luxury apartments that sit largely vacant, is drawing attention for its potential effects beyond the high-end market. Observers suggest the levy could influence property values, buyer behavior, and revenue planning across the city's real estate sector, with developers and homeowners watching how wide the impact might reach.

The US Trade Representative has opened an investigation into the European Union's carbon border tax and how it affects American exports. The EU mechanism charges importers for the carbon emissions embedded in goods like steel and aluminium, which Washington fears could disadvantage US producers. The probe signals growing trade friction between the two allies over climate policy.

The Times reports that the UK is expected to impose tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, following the European Union's move to levy duties on EVs imported from China. The reported step would align British trade policy with the EU's as both blocs respond to the surge of subsidised Chinese electric cars entering their markets. The report has drawn attention from trade and automotive watchers assessing the impact on prices and UK-China relations.

Schleswig-Holstein's Minister-President Daniel Günther has lodged a complaint with CDU leader Friedrich Merz over plans by federal economy minister Katherina Reiche concerning the EEG renewable energy levy and electricity grid package. The dispute within the union over energy policy has drawn public commentary, with some voices suggesting the CDU would poll better if it had more politicians like Günther.

North Tonawanda, a city in Niagara County, New York, has put forward a budget plan that would raise the property tax levy by 4.25%. Local residents are watching the proposal closely as it would directly affect their tax bills. Details on the city's spending priorities and public reaction to the increase have not yet been widely reported.

Kiplinger is asking whether property tax bills are too high, pointing homeowners toward reviewing their assessments and potential ways to lower what they owe. With property values and levies rising in many areas, the piece speaks to growing concern about housing costs, and readers are being encouraged to check whether their assessed value and exemptions are accurate.

Voters in Washington County will decide whether to renew the county's behavioral health levy, a local tax that funds mental health and related services. The measure goes before residents in an upcoming election, and local outlets are covering what the renewal would mean for continued funding of behavioral health programs in the county.