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Me, worry? For US small businesses, Trump’s tariffs are now a non-issue

A year ago it was the hot topic, but business owners have seen there’s a limit to the president’s royal decreesIn two weeks, I’m speaking to a group of companies in the packaging industry about issues affecting their businesses this year. I’m going to discuss the economy, navigating higher costs, leveraging new tax legislation, AI and what companies are doing to find and retain workers in a volatile job market.You know what I won’t be talking about? Tariffs. Continue reading...

Bitcoin’s Uselessness As ‘Money’ Well Predates Its Recent Decline

BusinessPolicyBitcoin’s Uselessness As ‘Money’ Well Predates Its Recent DeclineByJohn Tamny,Contributor.Follow AuthorJun 14, 2026, 10:00am EDTISTANBUL, TURKEY - NOVEMBER 08: Gold Bitcoins are seen in the window of a Bitcoin and cryptocurrency exchange office on November 08, 2024 in Istanbul, Turkey. Bitcoin has soared to new record highs nearing 77,000 in the days after Donald Trump's re-election and on his campaign promise to support Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency market. (Photo by Chris McGrat...

Rock pins INCREDIBLE 144 to clinch stunning deciding leg victory over Latvia

Josh Rock checked out of 144 to clinch an 8-7 victory for Northern Ireland against Latvia in the quarter-finals of the World Cup of Darts.

How Sovereign Wealth Funds Are Shaping AI And Global Growth

BusinessEnergyHow Sovereign Wealth Funds Are Shaping AI And Global GrowthByKen Silverstein,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ken Silverstein analyzes the Energy Transition, AI and GeopoliticsFollow AuthorJun 14, 2026, 08:45am EDTArtificial Intelligence AI on Financial Markets. 3D RendergettyGlobal power is no longer defined only by oil, trade routes, or military reach. A quieter shift is underway—one driven by pools of capital that sit betwe...

UK poised to water down 2030 EV sales targets after industry and union pressure

Keir Starmer ready to overrule Ed Miliband after warnings that manufacturers would be penalised and jobs put at riskThe UK government is poised to water down its 2030 targets for electric vehicle sales after intense lobbying by the car industry and unions.The government is preparing to consult on less ambitious targets for the transition to fully battery-powered electric cars over the rest of the decade after carmakers and unions warned that they would penalise manufacturers and put jobs at risk...

UK poised to water down 2030 EV sales targets after industry and union pressure

Keir Starmer ready to overrule Ed Miliband after warnings that manufacturers would be penalised and jobs put at riskThe UK government is poised to water down its 2030 targets for electric vehicle sales after intense lobbying by the car industry and unions.The government is preparing to consult on less ambitious targets for the transition to fully battery-powered electric cars over the rest of the decade after carmakers and unions warned that they would penalise manufacturers and put jobs at risk...

The Unusual Alliances Tackling Weather Risk To The Insurance Industry

InnovationScienceThe Unusual Alliances Tackling Weather Risk To The Insurance IndustryByMarshall Shepherd,Senior Contributor.Follow AuthorJun 14, 2026, 08:35am EDTWindshield and body of a car severely damaged by hailstorm. Front view of unrecognizable vehicle.gettyAs the nation continues its 250th anniversary celebration today, potentially crippling heat, strong winds, and extreme rainfall are in the forecast for Washington D.C. A major UFC event is being hosted at the White House, and officials...

Trump's rural approval falls to 50% as war-driven costs bite

US President Donald Trump's support among rural Americans has fallen to its lowest level since returning to the White House. The voter base contributing as key pillar for his electoral success is now declining due to rising fuel and food prices, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll, and the concerns over the US-Israeli war on Iran is the driving this growing dissatisfaction.

BYD Local Plant, Flash-Charging, Denza To Boost Europe Prospects

InnovationTransportationBYD Local Plant, Flash-Charging, Denza To Boost Europe ProspectsByNeil Winton,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. U.K.-based Neil Winton covers the European Auto industry.Follow AuthorJun 14, 2026, 08:24am EDTDenza Z9 GT (Photo by Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images)NurPhoto via Getty ImagesBYD, the leading electric vehicle maker which also wants to become the biggest automaker in the world, is making headlines in E...

Elon Musk is the world's first trillionaire. Here is what he can still not afford

Fund boosts support for financial struggles

The £300k fund will expand support for residents struggling with financial pressures in Devon.

HMRC knowingly overcharged millions of Britons in income tax — are you affected?

HM Revenue & Customs has been knowingly overcharging millions of pensioners on their income tax for at least ten months without informing the public or issuing automatic refunds.The Government agency may have collected up to £43.5million through the error, which added roughly £5 to the tax bills of as many as 8.7 million pensioners who pay income tax.The issue was first brought to HMRC's attention in August last year, yet the agency did not notify the Department for Work and Pensions until Octob...

What To Expect For The Stock Market's Last 6 Months Of 2026

Today’s StocksMoneyWhat To Expect For The Stock Market's Last 6 Months Of 2026ByPeter Cohan,Senior Contributor.Edited bySophia Acevedo,Associate Editor.for Investor HubFollow AuthorsJun 14, 2026, 06:30am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryThe S&P 500 has gone up 7.7% so far in 2026, primarily driven by a massive AI capital spending boom that has overshadowed concerns about rising inflation and tariffs....

'No disaster awaiting India': Sitharaman dismisses Rahul's 'economic tsunami' warnings

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman strongly defended the Modi government's achievements, countering Rahul Gandhi's criticisms. She highlighted India's robust economic growth amidst global challenges, citing IMF acknowledgments and significant poverty reduction. Sitharaman also detailed the government's welfare initiatives and infrastructure investments, particularly in Karnataka, urging collective effort towards a developed India by 2047.

How a woman who was mocked for her short height by almost everybody found love

Aashna Kushwaha endured relentless bullying and mockery due to her short stature throughout her childhood and adolescence. Despite facing humiliation, rejection, and even being disowned by her parents, she found strength and self-acceptance. Her journey highlights the resilience of the human spirit in overcoming societal judgment and defining one's own worth.

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كيف يكسب إيلون ماسك 300 مليون دولار يوميًا: روتين يومي مثير للذهشة!

إيلون ماسك، الرجل الذي غير مفهوم الأعمال الحديثة، يكسب 300 مليون دولار يوميًا بفضل روتينه اليومي الغريب والمبتكر. تابعوا كيف يمكن لجدول زمني منضبط وأفكار جريئة أن تصنع من شخص واحد أغنى رجل في العالم.

Unlocking the Secrets: How Elon Musk’s Daily Routine Generates $300 Million Every Day

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make $300 million a day? Discover the daily routine of Elon Musk, the mastermind behind Tesla and SpaceX, and how it fuels his astronomical net worth of over $250 billion.

Indian-flagged Virat 1 involved in 'incident' off Oman coast; search on for crew

An Indian-flagged vessel, Virat 1, carrying 14 crew members, has been involved in an incident off Oman's coast. Search and rescue operations are actively under way, coordinated with Omani authorities and nearby vessels. This event highlights ongoing concerns for Indian seafarers in the region, following recent incidents involving fatalities and diplomatic discussions.

How Israel’s ‘trampoline’ economy has adapted to war

After two decades of growth the country has proven to be surprisingly resilient to war and energy shocks