Einem Podcast zufolge soll Axel-Springer-Chef Mathias Döpfner Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz zu einer Zusammenarbeit mit der AfD gedrängt haben. Springer weist die Vorwürfe als »glatte Lüge« zurück, während die Bundesregierung von »absurden Gerüchten« spricht. Die RND-Journalisten berufen sich auf »gut informierte Personen«.
Lloyds Banking Group will phase out the Halifax brand, migrating all accounts to Lloyds branding by early 2027. While no branches will close, the move ends the 173-year-old former building society's presence on UK high streets and has drawn criticism from loyal customers.
Shutterstock has terminated its $3.7 billion acquisition deal due to a UK regulatory requirement for the company to divest its editorial business. The decision impacts the planned integration and future operations of Shutterstock.
Karl Stefanovic is reportedly being removed from his ARN Media radio show, The Long Weekend, just days after his departure from Nine. The move follows backlash from a controversial interview with Tommy Robinson on Stefanovic's independent podcast.
La taxe française sur les petits colis, mise en place en mars, est suspendue faute de résultats. Elle n'a rapporté que 2,3 millions d'euros au lieu des 400 millions attendus, les géants du e-commerce l'ayant contournée. Elle est remplacée par une taxe européenne de 3 euros.
La taxe française sur les petits colis, mise en place en mars, est suspendue faute de résultats. Elle n'a rapporté que 2,3 millions d'euros au lieu des 400 millions attendus. Une taxe européenne de 3 euros la remplace.
Two earthquakes struck Venezuela's Caribbean coast, leaving over 1,700 dead and tens of thousands missing. Survivors are being rescued days later, but hope fades amid economic crisis. International aid is arriving, but the government's response and past corruption are questioned.
Sweden will deliver 16 Gripen E fighter jets to Ukraine for $2.54bn. Denmark also announced a $671.8m military aid package. Meanwhile, Ukraine's military prepares for a potential Russian offensive from the north, and a parcel bomb injured three in Monaco, reportedly targeting a Ukrainian-origin businessman.
L'UE double ses droits de douane sur l'acier importé et instaure une taxe sur les petits colis dès le 1er juillet, visant principalement la Chine. Ces mesures cherchent à protéger l'économie européenne face aux surcapacités chinoises et à la concurrence déloyale.
India has reduced windfall taxes on diesel and aviation fuel exports to Rs 8.5/litre and Rs 7.5/litre respectively, while increasing the petrol export duty to Rs 4/litre. These changes, effective July 1, aim to manage domestic supply amidst easing global oil prices and extend exemptions to more neighbouring countries.
German media group Axel Springer has finalized its £575m acquisition of The Telegraph, concluding three years of ownership uncertainty. The deal, which received regulatory approval in the UK, Ireland, and Austria, aims to boost the newspaper's digital transformation and expand its reach, particularly in the US.
Nouveaux congés de naissance, retour du leasing social, taxe européenne sur les colis, augmentation du prix du gaz, unification des listes électorales, changement de nom pour les huissiers de justice et report de l'exonération de cotisations patronales pour l'emploi d'aide à domicile : voici les principaux changements qui entrent en vigueur ce 1er juillet.
L'Union européenne supprimera le 1er juillet ses droits de douane sur les produits industriels et agricoles américains, honorant un engagement de l'accord commercial négocié l'an dernier avec Washington, salué comme une "bonne nouvelle" pour les relations transatlantiques.
UK households saw a 0.8% drop in real disposable income in Q1 due to rising inflation and capital gains tax, marking the fourth decline in five quarters. The ONS reported 0.6% GDP growth, while political figures like Andy Burnham pledge to tackle living costs, and economists forecast a cautious economic outlook.
Andy Burnham, a potential future UK prime minister, may raise taxes on slot machine shops and casinos by up to £460m, a move supported by a Social Market Foundation poll, to address concerns about the gambling industry's impact on vulnerable people.
Twin earthquakes devastated northern Venezuela, killing over 1,700 and leaving tens of thousands missing. Residents in hard-hit areas like La Guaira are conducting self-rescue efforts due to slow government aid, while international assistance, including from the US, Netherlands, and China, is mobilizing amidst fading hopes for survivors.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger faces calls to remove a proposed budget amendment increasing penalties for public marijuana use, citing racial and economic disparities
While taxing billionaires' wealth might seem appealing, California's proposed one-time 5% tax on fortunes over $1bn may not be the most effective solution. Instead, closing loopholes in the current tax system, restoring fairness to income taxation, and reforming the estate tax could generate more revenue without the practical and political risks associated with wealth taxes.
Maxence Lacroix exprime sa joie après la victoire 4-1 de la France contre la Norvège, soulignant l'importance de ce succès pour l'équipe et pour le sélectionneur Didier Deschamps. Il salue la performance d'Ousmane Dembélé et de Mike Maignan, tout en reconnaissant des points à améliorer en défense.
Chelsea is nearing a €55m deal for Crystal Palace's Maxence Lacroix and signing Atalanta's Marco Palestra. Newcastle added Felix Nmecha to their shortlist but rejected Arsenal's £55m offer for Bruno Guimaraes. Tottenham seeks Antonin Kinsky, while Man Utd, Chelsea, and Arsenal pursue Maxi Araujo. Mason Greenwood eyes Roma, and AC Milan agreed a record deal for Goncalo Ramos.
Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on any country that implements a digital service tax on US tech companies. The former president stated on Truth Social that these tariffs would override any previous agreements and named Europe as a potential target.
Donald Trump a menacé de droits de douane de 100% les pays européens taxant les services numériques, malgré un accord commercial limitant les taxes. Il vise aussi les régulations européennes entravant les exportations américaines.
Donald Trump a menacé de frapper de droits de douane de 100% les pays européens qui taxeraient les services numériques américains, malgré un accord commercial récent. L'UE a réagi fermement, dénonçant des mesures unilatérales injustifiées.
President Donald Trump threatened to impose 100% tariffs on goods from any country that implements a digital services tax on U.S. companies, stating these tariffs would supersede existing trade deals. This move targets "Numerous European Countries" and raises questions about the legal authority for such actions, following previous Supreme Court rulings against Trump's reciprocal tariffs.
