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Labour’s private school tax plan strongly backed by public, poll shows - The Guardian

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  1. Labour’s private school tax plan strongly backed by public, poll shows  The Guardian
  2. VAT on private schools ‘won’t raise enough to hit new teacher target’  The Times
  3. It’s not just tax. Private school fees are rising in a facilities ‘arms race’  Financial Times
  4. Labour lacks good ideas for improving Britain’s schools  The Economist
  5. VAT on schools is not a tax, but an act of class warfare  The Telegraph

France Concerns Hamper Euro, Keep French-German Bond Yield Spreads Wide

The Wall Street Journal 

Spreads between French and German government-bond yields remained elevated as investors worry that a newly-formed government in Paris could still fail to attract sufficient support for a budget that would reduce the country’s deficit, Swissquote Bank said.

Newsmakers of 2024: Navigating the Elon Musk maze

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

For Elon Musk, 2024 was another whirlwind, a year marked by both wins and controversies. From his friendship with president-elect Donald Trump to the integration of X, the former Twitter, into his broader AI ambitions, Musk continued to hit the headlines, often leaving a trail of both awe and apprehension in his wake.

'Champagne tennis' from Kyrgios

Sydney Morning Herald 

Nick Kyrgios showed off his quick reflexes against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, nabbing a point from the Frenchman at the net.

Arsenal ‘In Talks’ with Premier League Club to Hijack Spurs’ Move for 25-year-old Defender – Report

EPLIndex | Premier League stats & Blog 

Arsenal Enter Huge Transfer Battle with Tottenham Hotspur As the January transfer window looms, the rivalry between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur is intensifying not just on the pitch but in the transfer market as well. The latest scoop from TBR Football reveals both clubs are keen on securing the services of Crystal Palace’s left-back Tyrick […]

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New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day 2025: Know what's open and closed in US

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

New Year's eve and New Year's Day 2025: While not all stores and businesses may not be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day in America, some may have varying hours depending on the location. Government offices and USPS are closed on January 1, 2025. Major retailers like Walmart are open, but stores like Aldi are closed. Pharmacies have modified hours, and banks rely on ATMs and apps.

Taiwan Says 2024 Was Hottest Year On Record

International Business Times 

Taiwan said Tuesday that this year was the hottest since records began 127 years ago, echoing unprecedented temperature highs felt around the world.