EU official’s announcement freezing aid to Palestinians causes confusion before officials backtrack

The U.K. tests universal basic income of US$2,000 in response to high cost of living

England is preparing to launch a two-year trial of a universal basic income (UBI) program, offering participants a monthly sum of £1,600 (US$2,000). The pilot project will involve 30 individuals each month, regardless of their employment status, and will take place in Jarrow and East Finchley. Autonomy, the think tank leading the initiative, estimates that […]

Shakira Settles Spanish Tax Fraud Case

Shakira, the renowned Colombian singer, reached a crucial agreement with Spanish prosecutors, admitting to tax fraud. She agreed to pay nearly $8 million in fines to avoid imprisonment. In a hearing in Barcelona, Shakira confirmed her guilt and accepted the penalties, thus preventing a potential jail term. The penalty imposed is half the total fraud […]