Billionaire investor Mark Cuban has invited Elon Musk to a public discussion about Vice President Kamala Harris’ tax policies, specifically the proposed 25% tax on unrealized capital gains for wealthy individuals. Cuban, a frequent advisor to Harris, insists that the Vice President does not intend to implement this tax, while Musk has been critical of the proposal. This exchange highlights the ongoing debate about tax policies and their potential impact on the U.S. economy.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss ways to curb the flow of migrants arriving by boat. Both leaders, despite their political differences, are focused on finding solutions to this complex issue. The meeting also touched on UK-EU relations and support for Ukraine.
Actor David Oyelowo discusses his return to the stage in a production of ‘Coriolanus’ at the National Theatre, the challenges of creating meaningful art in today’s entertainment landscape, and why he’s not interested in a career in politics despite his own charisma and the public’s fascination with it.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised to repay the love and support of Jammu and Kashmir residents by working diligently for the state’s development and prosperity. He made this commitment during his first election campaign address in Doda, ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, where the first phase of voting is scheduled for September 18th.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced he’s done apologizing for issues beyond his control, particularly those tied to politics and Facebook’s role in the 2016 US election. He acknowledges taking on too much responsibility for external problems, highlighting the complexities of navigating political landscapes and online platforms.
A Dreamcast mod, ‘Crazy Taxi: Tim Walz Edition,’ lets you play as the Vice Presidential candidate in the iconic arcade game. The mod even includes Minnesota-themed touches and a nod to his running mate, Kamala Harris.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has shown gratitude to a barber in his Lok Sabha constituency, Raebareli, by gifting him a shampoo chair, two hair-cutting chairs, and an inverter battery. This gesture comes three months after Gandhi got his beard trimmed at the barber’s shop during his Lok Sabha election campaign.
Mark Cuban, billionaire entrepreneur and ‘Shark Tank’ star, has publicly criticized former President Donald Trump, calling him a ‘lousy president’ and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the upcoming election. Cuban, who initially supported Trump, has since changed his opinion after examining Trump’s policies and business record. He has also praised Harris’s pro-business stance and her centrist economic approach.
Sitaram Yechury, the General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), passed away on Thursday at the age of 72. He was a prominent Left leader known for his sharp political acumen, cross-party connections, and ability to forge pragmatic alliances. Yechury’s linguistic skills and humor were also legendary, once earning him a playful warning from Jyoti Basu.
Former President Donald Trump announced the launch date for his controversial cryptocurrency venture, World Liberty Financial, set to debut on X spaces next Monday. The announcement sparked debate, with concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest and criticism of the project’s political leanings. Meanwhile, Trump’s son, Eric, expressed enthusiastic support for the DeFi project, highlighting the growing interest in cryptocurrency.
