Belgium’s economic mission led by H.R.H. Princess Astrid lands in San Francisco in October 2025. Clear goal: connect Belgian founders and scale-ups with California decision-makers across tech, health, clean energy, film and luxury. Through official meetings, sector...
President Emmanuel Macron’s announcement that he will nominate a new French Prime Minister within 48 hours has sent ripples across France’s political and economic landscape. The decision follows weeks of turmoil after the resignation of Prime Minister Gabriel Attal,...
France blends a 67–68 million consumer base with world-class infrastructure, deep capital markets, and a thriving innovation scene. Corporate income tax is 25% and standard VAT is 20% (reduced rates of 10%, 5.5%, and 2.1% apply). Paris, Lyon, and Marseille anchor...
Multiple outlets report that negotiators have secured a first-phase framework between Israel and Hamas that combines a time-bound pause in hostilities, a staged release of hostages and detainees, and humanitarian corridors into Gaza. The proposal, advanced with...
America’s most walkable places aren’t only New York and San Francisco. Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, Chicago, Miami, Seattle, Portland, and Long Beach—and midsize gems like Minneapolis and Pittsburgh—pair strong transit with human-scale streets. That mix keeps...
Multiple outlets report that Nvidia is taking a $2 billion equity stake in Elon Musk’s xAI as part of a broader ~$20 billion package blending ~$7.5B equity and ~$12.5B debt, reportedly linked to five-year GPU arrangements for xAI’s “Colossus 2” buildout. Nothing is...
Hungary keeps it simple for founders with a flat 9% corporate tax, a flat 15% personal income tax, easy small-business options, and fast company setup in Budapest and key cities. This is a practical, budget-friendly base to scale across the EU—details, steps, and...
The Netherlands offers a clear corporate tax system (19% up to €200,000 and 25.8% above), broad participation exemption on qualifying shareholdings, 15% dividend withholding (often reduced or exempt by treaties/EU rules), a 9% Innovation Box for eligible IP income,...
Here’s everything you need in one place for the Dongfeng · Voyah Wuhan Open 2025 — the final WTA 1000 of the season. You’ll find quick facts, who’s playing, daily schedule links, broadcast info, venue details, and a friendly how-to guide. No fluff — just clean,...
Hong Kong continues to stand as one of the world’s most dynamic business hubs, bridging global innovation with China’s fast-growing economy. Entrepreneurs from Germany, France, and across Europe are increasingly choosing Hong Kong to start and scale their ventures,...
