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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.

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.

Google co-founder Sergey Brin is publicly opposing a proposed California tax targeting billionaires, urging other wealthy residents to join the fight against the measure. The proposal would levy a tax on the state's richest residents, and Brin's intervention has drawn attention to the broader debate over wealth taxation in California and whether billionaire founders should shape tax policy.

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.

Florida officials are discussing a proposal to eliminate state property taxes, potentially replacing the lost revenue with new fees or levies targeting Canadian snowbird homeowners. Canadians own large numbers of Florida properties, and commentators north of the border are pushing back on the idea that they should shoulder the cost. The plan is still at an early stage, with costs and legality unclear.

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.

CNN has published a roundup of the standout Prime Day clothing deals, highlighting discounts from Lands' End, Levi's and other apparel brands during Amazon's sale event. The guide collects the best clothing offers shoppers can currently find, helping readers pick from the wide range of markdowns running alongside the broader Prime Day discounts.

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.

Shoppers have only hours left to take advantage of Prime Day clothing discounts from brands including Lands' End, Levi's and other labels. The event, tied to Amazon's annual sale, offers limited-time price cuts on apparel, and retailers are urging customers to buy before the deals expire. The final hours of the sale typically drive a surge in last-minute purchases.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The European Commission is preparing a levy on large corporations, aimed primarily at capturing revenue from major US technology companies, according to a report in the Financial Times picked up by Reuters. The proposal signals a renewed push by Brussels to make Big Tech pay a bigger share of taxes within the EU. Details of the rate and scope remain unclear while the plan moves through the Commission.

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.

Economists Nancy Lazar, Neil Ryding and Mickey Levy agreed that the recent selloff in government bonds is what is driving central bank rate hikes right now, though they split over what steps policymakers should take next. The discussion highlights how surging yields are forcing monetary authorities to respond, with uncertainty lingering over the appropriate policy path.

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 launched an investigation into how the European Union's carbon border tax affects American trade. The probe will examine whether the EU's carbon levy, which places costs on imports based on their emissions, disadvantages US exporters. The review could heighten trade tensions between Washington and Brussels at a time when both sides are already at odds over subsidies and tariffs.

Levi Strauss is directing money recovered from tariff refunds into efforts to revive its consumer business, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The apparel maker is using the funds to support marketing and initiatives aimed at strengthening demand for its jeans and related products as the company works to improve sales.

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.

The Edmonton Oilers are starting rookie goaltender Devon Levi against the Vancouver Canucks, prompting fans and sports outlets to ask who the young netminder is. Yahoo Sports breaks down Levi's background and what the surprise start means for Edmonton's goaltending situation in the matchup.

Levi Strauss reported mixed results for its fiscal third quarter, prompting retail analyst Dana Telsey to break down the numbers in a CNBC interview. The discussion focused on how the denim maker is balancing revenue pressures against its outlook, with Telsey weighing in on what the quarter signals for the brand's direction and the broader retail and apparel landscape heading into the holiday season.

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.

The European Union is considering increasing a levy on large companies as part of efforts to tax major technology firms more heavily. The proposal would target big tech businesses operating in the bloc, raising their contributions. It forms part of ongoing EU debates over how to make digital giants pay a fairer share of taxes, though details of the plan remain limited.