Crash Course
Taxes: Crash Course Economics
We've been talking about the unavoidables recently. Last time, we covered Death. This time, it's taxes. So, what are taxes? Why do we pay taxes? What is all that tax money used for? This week, Adriene is going to cover all that and more....
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How "No Tax on Tips" Could Backfire
New ReviewNo Tax on Tips is one of the few issues that everyone seems to agree on... except economists!
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Thousands of protesters call on Trump to release taxes
Demonstrators held 'tax marches' in cities across the country Saturday, calling for U.S. president to release the last 10 years of his tax returns
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'Phantom' tax collectors receive more than $2M from the CRA
Canada Revenue Agency trying to collect $2M in paycheques mistakenly sent to former employees
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German government’s proposal for tax breaks for foreigners causes uproar
The proposed plan is aimed at dealing with major shortage in skilled labour caused by an aging population.
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IRS Quietly Changes The Rule On How Your Children’s Inheritance Will Be Taxed
The IRS issued Revenue Ruling 2023-2, which had a substantial impact on estate planning, particularly where an irrevocable trust is involved. In the last decade or so, more families have begun utilizing irrevocable trusts to protect...
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The IRS Quietly Changed The Rules On Your Children’s Inheritance I Kiplinger
In March, the IRS issued Revenue Ruling 2023-2, which had a substantial impact on estate planning, particularly where an irrevocable trust is involved. In the last decade or so, more families have begun utilizing irrevocable trusts to...
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Use Your 401K To Delay Getting Social Security I Kiplinger
Your 401(k) can be a bridge from retirement to a higher monthly income.
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'Pandora Papers' leak exposes secret offshore accounts of politicians, celebrities
A massive new leak of tax-haven financial records, even bigger than the Panama Papers, show 35 current or former world leaders and more than 300 other public officials around the globe who have held assets in or through tax havens.
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How To Hedge Against Tariffs
How to protect your business or investments from the negative financial impacts of tariffs.
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Understanding Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)?
What is Qualified Charitable Distribution?
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GST holiday had little impact on economy, new numbers show
The federal government's two-month break on the GST ends Saturday, and while a small percentage of restaurants and other businesses saw sales increase, most saw no overall change. There were also complaints about the work needed to...
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Quebec moves to clamp down on growing ‘tip inflation’ at restaurants
Quebec’s justice minister has tabled a bill that would require restaurants to calculate tips on prices before taxes to protect cost-weary consumers from misleading tip recommendations.
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We can’t ‘turn it around in one month’ says Chancellor as UK economy flatlines
The UK economy flatlined in July for the second month in a row, according to the latest official figures, as the Chancellor said she is “under no illusion about the scale of the challenge” the country faces.The Office for National...
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Apple, Ireland lose €13bn sweetheart tax deal case in victory for EU's 'tax lady'
Low tax bills paid by the tech giant were an unlawful subsidy, EU judges ruled, in a move which EU Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager hailed as a 'big win' for tax justice.
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Why should we pay tax?
Pupil outcome: I can explain the different types of tax and arguments in support and counter arguments for equal taxation. Key learning points: - Taxation is the primary method by which governments generate revenue to fund public...
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Can taxes be avoided?
Pupil outcome: I can explain how tax avoidance affects the UK economy and why paying tax is everyone’s responsibility. Key learning points: - Taxation funds essential public services, ensuring universal access to healthcare, education...
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How much of our pay goes to the Government?
Pupil outcome: I can explain what information can be found on a payslip and how much of our pay goes to the Government. Key learning points: - A portion of our earnings is deducted by the Government for taxes like Income Tax and National...
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Articles of Confederation
The Articles of Confederation created the United States' first government. This foundational document paved the way for the development of a more unified and powerful federal system, under the U.S. Constitution.
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The Stamp Act
The Stamp Act of 1765 imposed the first direct British tax on American colonists, igniting widespread protest and setting the stage for rebellion.
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The Economic Impact of the American Revolution
The American Revolution cost lives, livelihoods and millions of dollars in cold, hard cash. So how did the fledgling United States generate funds, and what impact did the war have on the U.S. economy?
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Shays' Rebellion
In the summer of 1786, the first major armed uprising in the newly formed United States began. Shays' Rebellion was a conflict over debt and taxes that would shake the foundations of the U.S. government.
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Causes of the War of 1812
The War of 1812 pitted the fledgling United States against Great Britain in a second war of independence. But what factors influenced Congress’ contentious decision to declare war in the first place?
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The Seven Years' War: Britain and France Fight for Power
Fought between 1756 and 1763, the Seven Years' War was the first truly global conflict. In this video, learn about how the war reshaped power dynamics between Great Britain and France.