In recent months, Missouri has subtly established itself as a leader in tax policy by phasing out individual taxpayer capital gains taxes beginning in 2025. House Bill 594, which Governor Mike Kehoe signed into law, permits people to deduct 100% of capital gains from their Missouri taxable income that are reported on their federal returns. Despite its apparent technicality, this shift is having a major impact on the state’s investment and economic climate. Missouri’s deliberate removal of the capital gains tax burden has sparked a discussion that is not only extremely pertinent to tax lawyers and accountants but also incredibly…
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Nestled between Hannibal and St. Joseph, Marceline, Missouri, might appear as a mere dot on a map. However, despite having a population of just over 2,000, this railroad-born town has a remarkably broad influence. Over the past few decades, Marceline has become more than just a picturesque Midwestern destination; it has become the emotional foundation of Walt Disney, one of the most significant creative forces in the history of entertainment. The Disney family relocated from Chicago to a small farm in Marceline in the early 1900s. This move would prove to be a spiritual turning point for Walt, who was…
Jenna Ortega’s face has been the subject of public conjecture in recent weeks. Viewers saw a sharply sculpted change in her cheeks after she appeared at the Wednesday Season 2 premiere in Paris. Posts contrasting her younger old photos with her current appearance started making the rounds on social media sites like Instagram, X, and Reddit within hours. One tweet advocating to “stop the buccal fat removal” garnered over 50 million views, putting the 22-year-old actress at the forefront of a debate she never initiated but is unable to avoid. Fans used closely cropped screenshots and side-by-side comparisons to highlight…
Walking through the Columbus Zoo at night, instead of being led by path lights, but by luminous turtles, phoenixes with wings that pulse like a heartbeat, and towering LED dragons, is unquestionably magical. The Lantern Festival blurs the boundaries between fantasy and nature in a remarkably effective way, welcoming visitors with glowing giants that feel both ancient and futuristic from the first evening on July 31, 2025. Incorporating handcrafted lanterns, which were painstakingly made by Zigong, China artisans, has allowed the Zoo to honor centuries-old craftsmanship while also making it very evident that this is no typical after-hours event. Located…
The Wesley Ridge wildfire, which has spread over 511 hectares and is threatening hundreds of homes, has become one of British Columbia’s most urgent crises in recent days. The fire, which is located on Vancouver Island’s rocky terrain above Cameron Lake, has spread swiftly, leading officials to designate it as a “Wildfire of Note.” This classification draws attention to both its scope and the direct danger it poses to residential neighborhoods, public roads, and natural resources. More than 164 responders, including local firefighters from Coombs and Dashwood as well as provincial crews, had been sent to the scene by Monday.…
With the eagerly awaited publication of 107 Days, a political memoir chronicling her incredible run for the presidency in 2024, Kamala Harris has made a comeback in recent days—not at a podium, but on paper. This book, which was published by Simon & Schuster, offers what many people believe to be the most personal and unvarnished description of a campaign that reinterpreted ambition, urgency, and emotional fortitude. In his frank reflection on the country’s shortest presidential campaign in contemporary history, Harris illustrates how quickly political life can change and unravel. The book does more than just outline her actions; it…
One song has maintained an almost unreal presence in recent weeks, when new songs are released every Friday and social media feeds are ablaze with trends. Alex Warren’s rendition of “Ordinary,” which has been at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 for 24 weeks in a row, has outperformed both viral sensations and industry veterans. Its emotional subtlety, in addition to its consistency, is what makes its presence so potent; rarely does a song this subdued reach this high, much less remain there. The Billboard Hot 100 has changed significantly over the last ten years, adjusting to cross-platform influence,…
A painful end to a once-rising career defined as much by his music as by the violence that accompanied it has been brought about by the conviction of Jacksonville rapper Ksoo, whose legal name is Hakeem Armani Robinson, for first-degree murder in recent days. Following a little more than three hours of deliberation, the jury returned a verdict that sent shockwaves through a community where music and retaliation have become remarkably entwined. The prosecution presented a strikingly compelling picture of a young man consumed by grief, retaliation, and a desire for fame by assembling forensic evidence, social media posts, and…
Amazon’s H-1B salary data has sparked discussions in tech hiring circles during the first half of 2025. The numbers not only show aggressive international hiring, but they also highlight a strategic shift in which top talent is not only welcomed but also handsomely compensated. From financial analysts to machine learning experts, the pay scale shows a deliberate rebalancing of Amazon’s approach to luring and keeping talent. By providing base salaries that significantly surpass industry standards, Amazon Web Services has shown in recent filings that it is incredibly committed to hiring people under the H-1B program. Before bonuses or stock, a…
The experience of living in St. Charles, Missouri, is remarkably similar to entering a more affordable version of suburban America, where charm isn’t sacrificed for functionality. With its incredibly efficient cost structure, the city, which is tucked away along the Missouri River and serves as a peaceful diversion from the bustle of St. Louis, attracts working professionals, expanding families, and frugal retirees. The figures are more than encouraging when compared to national norms. Residents enjoy living expenses that are significantly lower than those found in many similarly sized urban-adjacent areas, thanks to a cost of living index of 97.5. More…