Political tensions rise as leaders clash over NGO funding, debt forgiveness, and tourist and property taxes in Slovakia, Spain, and Catalonia. Key players include Šimečka, Fico, and Illa. Read more...

E-commerce platforms clash over proposed tax increases while Shein faces scrutiny for child labor. Plus, coaches are making a comeback in the UK, and the latest Women in Work Index is out. Read more...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over inheritance tax policies and potential green spending cuts, while a UK man is jailed for a tragic murder. The UK's political landscape is shifting. Read more...

Economic headwinds buffet both Brazil and the US as consumer confidence plummets in Brazil and concerns rise over the Fed's ability to manage Trump's policies in the US. Read more...

A summary of recent political news in Brazil, including a guide on tax impact for black women, a former advisor's witness request, and commentary on the justice system. Read more...

Recent news highlights failures in ministry oversight across various countries, from education scandals and tax policies to cultural management and labor practices. Read more...

A Scottish tax loophole allows some civil servants to avoid higher taxes, while the Tories propose lowering the school leaving age to 14. New guidelines in England and Wales aim to protect pregnant offenders from jail. Read more...

Naftogaz and Orlen have agreed to supply Ukraine with LNG from Lithuania, transported via a pipeline through Poland. Separately, Brazil's Ministry of Finance adjusts tax policies. Read more...

A roundup of recent political news, including a murder conviction, education policy changes, defense spending debates, a thief's re-arrest, and fiscal tensions in Madrid. Read more...