New top US envoy to Taiwan pledges to help island defend itself, China responds with show of force

(Opinion) Brazil stands at an energy paradox, endowed with rich renewable resources yet plagued by exorbitant electricity costs. Understanding this contradiction requires a closer look at several key factors. First up is the taxation system. In Brazil, taxes and subsidies account for nearly 40% of the electricity bill. Every year, the government introduces new levies, […]