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Voters in six states to decide eight income or wealth tax ballot measures in 2026

In 2026, voters in six states will decide—or have already decided—nine statewide ballot measures related to income or wealth taxes. On August 4, voters defeated Missouri Amendment 5, which would have required reductions in the individual income tax until the tax was eliminated in the state. The remaining eight measures…

Ballotpedia · Sep 9

Trash Talk Nyc Project: 100-day cleanup sparks gardens; neighbours build a movement

David Clarke took it upon himself to clean a neglected block in New York City using simple tools. His shared updates on social media sparked wider community interest, leading to a collaborative effort. He invested his own funds to create gardens in tree beds, inspiring neighbors to participate in maintaining…

The Times of India · Sep 9

The Feds Are Spying on Your Bank Account

While the Treasury forces money changers to report on suspected immigrants, Homeland Security is having police pull people over for suspicious transactions.

Reason · Sep 9

Cartels Turn to Tunnels and Sewers to Smuggle Migrants as Trump Tightens Border: Report

As U.S. border apprehensions drop to historic lows, drug cartels are turning to cross-border tunnels and sewer systems to smuggle migrants into the United States.

Latin Times · Sep 9

In 1896, 40,000 people traveled to the middle of nowhere in Texas to watch two trains crash intentionally. Two died in the 'The Crash at Crush' event

An 1896 Texas event featured two steam locomotives colliding at high speed. This spectacle, organized by the Katy Railroad, drew thousands of paying spectators. The collision caused both locomotives and their boilers to explode unexpectedly. Fatalities and injuries occurred, and a photographer was permanently blinded. Despite the tragedy, the event…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

As midterms approach, new poll finds that few Americans trust campaigns or Trump

Americans now show less trust in federal government information across key areas. This skepticism has increased since 2024 and is higher than previously observed. Partisan divides in trust have widened significantly, impacting perceptions of government data. Concerns about election result accuracy are widespread as midterms approach. Few citizens trust political…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Maine buried 20,000 old tires beneath a road and they helped against frost damage. Now engineers are exploring them for walls, highways and more

In an innovative engineering experiment, shredded tires were utilized in road construction, effectively tackling both durability and tire waste problems. The incorporation of tire chips offered enhanced insulation and superior drainage underneath the road surface. This groundbreaking method outperformed traditional gravel, particularly noted during the spring thaw, revealing discarded tires…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

'Same Style Gloves': Break-In Suspect Triggers Online Copycat Fears in the Ongoing Nancy Guthrie Search

A YouTuber's claim that a Yuma break‑in suspect wore the 'same style gloves' as the man wanted in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping has reignited interest in the unsolved case.

International Business Times UK · Sep 9

Retirees Track a 3.6 Percent Social Security Estimate as Medicare Premiums Threaten to Absorb Part of It

The 2027 Social Security COLA is projected at 3.6 percent. Rising Medicare Part B premiums will take a share before checks arrive.

Medical Daily · Sep 9

Should the State Pay Stay-at-Home Moms?

Plus: AI doom, trolling the DSA, and more...

Reason · Sep 9