Prince Harry, Meghan Markle work 1 hour a week for $13M Archewell charity: tax docs

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle work 1 hour a week for M Archewell charity: tax docs

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry vowed to become “financially independent” after abandoning working royal duties — but how much labor are they actually putting in? In January 2020, Meghan and Harry infamously announced that stepping down from “The Firm” would “provide our family with the space to focus on the next chapter, including the launch … Read more

Soda tax slashes obesity rates in young girls: UK study

Soda tax slashes obesity rates in young girls: UK study

Obesity has kicked the can amongst youngsters after the implementation of a soda tax. A new study conducted by the University of Cambridge shows that the pop tax significantly reduced rates of obesity among sixth-grade girls in the UK — by about 5,000 fewer cases, they estimated. In 2018, the UK implemented a sugary drink … Read more

Hochul pressured to provide film tax break to Sherri Shepherd show

Hochul pressured to provide film tax break to Sherri Shepherd show

Gov. Kathy Hochul is being urged by black leaders to sign a bill into law to provide a controversial film tax break to the Sherri Shepherd morning talk show, which replaced the Wendy Williams show and films in New York. The unusual carve-out is being advocated by lawmakers who feel that Shepherd’s production deserves the … Read more

Todd, Julie Chrisley face sentencing for fraud, tax evasion this week with prison looming

Todd, Julie Chrisley face sentencing for fraud, tax evasion this week with prison looming

ATLANTA (AP) — Todd and Julie Chrisley were driven by greed as they engaged in an extensive bank fraud scheme and then hid their wealth from tax authorities while flaunting their lavish lifestyle, federal prosecutors said, arguing the reality television stars should receive lengthy prison sentences. The Chrisleys gained fame with their show “Chrisley Knows Best,” which … Read more

Shakira tax fraud: Spanish court orders pop star to stand trial

Shakira tax fraud: Spanish court orders pop star to stand trial

A Spanish court ordered pop star Shakira to stand trial for a tax fraud case that could land her in prison for more than 8 years Tuesday. Shakira, 45, is accused of defrauding the Spanish government out of 14.5 million euros ($15 million) in taxes between 2012 and 2014. The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer argues … Read more