After flirting with Gavin Newsom rollback idea, union is ‘all in’ on full billionaires’ tax for California California's one-time billionaire levy isn't on the ballot until November. The opposition war chest is already bigger than most state campaign budgets. #After #flirting #with #Gavin #Newsom

Après une "pause relative", une troisième canicule très probable "jusqu'au 14 juillet", selon la ministre de la Transition écologique En poste depuis huit mois, Monique Barbut réclame sur France Inter de "vrais budgets pour l'adaptation" au réchauffement climatique, et pour le Fonds vert. #Après #une #pause #relative #une

Billionaire to invest in ocean protection as UK and US scale back funding Michael Bloomberg has pledged $260m (£196m) to conserve the world's oceans, as major funders including the US and UK scale back science and conservation budgets. #Billionaire #invest #ocean #protection #and

Billionaire to invest in ocean protection as UK and US scale back funding Michael Bloomberg has pledged $260m (£196m) to conserve the world's oceans, as major funders including the US and UK scale back science and conservation budgets. #Billionaire #invest #ocean #protection #and

Billionaire to invest in ocean protection as UK and US scale back funding Michael Bloomberg has pledged $260m (£196m) to conserve the world's oceans, as major funders including the US and UK scale back science and conservation budgets. #Billionaire #invest #ocean #protection #and

Half of UK Families Can’t Afford a Summer Holiday This Year, New Survey Reveals As the school summer holidays approach, new research from Park Christmas Savings shows families across the UK are bracing for six weeks of financial strain — with food costs, days out and childcare all piling pressure onto already-stretched household budgets. With the school gates set to close for summer in the coming weeks, a major new survey of UK by Park Christmas Savings has laid bare the financial reality facing families this year. #Half #Families #Cant #Afford #Summer

Press release - Parliament supports EU aid for laid off Belgian workers On Tuesday, MEPs voted to support mobilising €2 million in EU aid to help former workers at car glass manufacturer Soliver, following the company’s bankruptcy.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Parliament #supports #aid

Press release - Parliament supports EU aid for laid off Belgian workers On Tuesday, MEPs voted to support mobilising €2 million in EU aid to help former workers at car glass manufacturer Soliver, following the company’s bankruptcy.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Parliament #supports #aid

Press release - MFF negotiations: press conference with lead MEPs on Tuesday at 15.30 Parliament’s co-rapporteurs for the multiannual financial framework (MFF) will brief journalists on their reaction to the Council’s recently-released draft negotiating position.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #MFF #negotiations #press

Press release - MFF negotiations: press conference with lead MEPs on Tuesday at 15.30 Parliament’s co-rapporteurs for the multiannual financial framework (MFF) will brief journalists on their reaction to the Council’s recently-released draft negotiating position.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #MFF #negotiations #press

Taylor Swift, the economics of hype, and what the World Cup gets wrong Swift's fans pay with wallets. World Cup hosts pay with budgets. #Taylor #Swift #the #economics #hype

9 Box Office Hits With Budgets Under $1 Million Focus Features' latest low-budget horror movie 'Obsession' is a box office sensation, and its exorbitant profits put it in rarefied cinematic air. #Box #Office #Hits #With #Budgets

Suspected Ebola cases in eastern DR Congo pass 900 as health workers struggle with aid cuts As the number of suspected Ebola cases in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo pass 900, health workers say that the chaos left by years of fighting and local government failures has been compounded by sweeping cuts to international aid budgets. #Suspected #Ebola #cases #eastern #Congo

Short Naps, Long Hours: How Autism Clinics Squeeze Medicaid Dollars Out of Preschoolers The industry has grown rapidly, straining state budgets. A focus on finances has led to overbilling, fraud and even harm. #Short #Naps #Long #Hours #How

Fuel sales collapse as Iran war costs knock savings A growing number of UK households are dipping into savings as rising costs linked to the US-Iran war pile pressure on family budgets, according to a closely-watched survey as official figures chart a collapse in fuel sales. #Fuel #sales #collapse #Iran #war

Driving less, canceling vacations, and tightening budgets: All the ways Americans are coping with soaring gas prices Drivers are long past the point where higher gasoline costs start influencing behavior. #Driving #less #canceling #vacations #and

New AI-powered bidding and budgeting innovations in Search and Shopping New AI-powered bidding and budgeting tools help you meet your goals, manage your budgets and stay ahead of shifting consumer behavior. #New #powered #bidding #and #budgeting

Higher Gas Prices Are Hitting Lower-Income Americans the Hardest People with lower incomes are driving less and devoting more of their budgets to transport as gas prices soar. #Higher #Gas #Prices #Are #Hitting

Press release - EU support to help 507 Belgian workers find a new job On Wednesday, Parliament backed €2 million in EU aid for workers laid off after the bankruptcy of Liberty Steel Belgium.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #support #help #507

Press release - EU support to help 507 Belgian workers find a new job On Wednesday, Parliament backed €2 million in EU aid for workers laid off after the bankruptcy of Liberty Steel Belgium.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #support #help #507

Press release - Parliament’s 2027 budget priorities: social cohesion, competitiveness, security On Tuesday, MEPs backed a report setting out Parliament’s 2027 EU budget priorities.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Parliaments #2027 #budget

Press release - Parliament’s 2027 budget priorities: social cohesion, competitiveness, security On Tuesday, MEPs backed a report setting out Parliament’s 2027 EU budget priorities.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Parliaments #2027 #budget

Press release - EU long-term budget: responding to citizens’ expectations and major challenges On Tuesday, Parliament set out its position for negotiations with member states on the main figures and structure of the 2028-2034 multiannual financial framework (MFF).Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #long #term #budget

Press release - EU long-term budget: responding to citizens’ expectations and major challenges On Tuesday, Parliament set out its position for negotiations with member states on the main figures and structure of the 2028-2034 multiannual financial framework (MFF).Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #long #term #budget

Press release - 2027 EU budget: press conference with lead MEP on Tuesday at 13.30 Journalists are invited to a press conference with rapporteur Nils Ušakovs following the vote on Parliament's guidelines for the 2027 EU budget.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #2027 #budget #press

Press release - 2027 EU budget: press conference with lead MEP on Tuesday at 13.30 Journalists are invited to a press conference with rapporteur Nils Ušakovs following the vote on Parliament's guidelines for the 2027 EU budget.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #2027 #budget #press

Press release - Press conference on Parliament’s position on the MFF on Tuesday at 14.00 Parliament’s president and the co-rapporteurs on the multiannual financial framework (MFF) will brief journalists after the plenary vote on Parliament’s negotiating position.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Press #conference #Parliaments

Press release - Press conference on Parliament’s position on the MFF on Tuesday at 14.00 Parliament’s president and the co-rapporteurs on the multiannual financial framework (MFF) will brief journalists after the plenary vote on Parliament’s negotiating position.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Press #conference #Parliaments

Global military spending hits record $2.9 trillion in 2025 amid growing insecurity Global military spending climbed to nearly $2.9 trillion in 2025, marking an 11th straight year of growth as rising insecurity and rearmament boosted defence budgets, researchers said on Monday. #Global #military #spending #hits #record

Le gouvernement envisage 6 milliards d'euros d'économies pour compenser le coût de la guerre au Moyen-Orient Le Premier ministre Sébastien Lecornu a demandé à son gouvernement de mettre en œuvre des "mesures supplémentaires de freinage de la dépense", au sein des budgets ministériels. #gouvernement #envisage #milliards #deuros #déconomies

Press release - EU long-term budget: MEPs want a 10% increase to support EU priorities On Wednesday MEPs endorsed their negotiating position on the 2028-2034 EU budget, including a breakdown of the amounts they want to allocate to each EU funding programme.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #long #term #budget

Press release - EU long-term budget: MEPs want a 10% increase to support EU priorities On Wednesday MEPs endorsed their negotiating position on the 2028-2034 EU budget, including a breakdown of the amounts they want to allocate to each EU funding programme.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #long #term #budget

Press release - Press conference on the MFF with lead MEPs on Tuesday at 10:30 Parliament’s co-rapporteurs on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) will brief journalists ahead of a committee vote on Parliament’s negotiating position.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Press #conference #the

Press release - Press conference on the MFF with lead MEPs on Tuesday at 10:30 Parliament’s co-rapporteurs on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) will brief journalists ahead of a committee vote on Parliament’s negotiating position.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #Press #conference #the

Top leadership experts sound the alarm on the AI doomsday: bosses are choosing tech over people Companies are spending 93% of their AI budgets on tech and only 7% on people. It's already backfiring. #Top #leadership #experts #sound #the

Press release - €1.8 million EU support to help workers in Austria find a new job Parliament backed EU funds for 420 workers dismissed after motorcycle manufacturer KTM halted production in April 2025.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #million #support #help

Press release - €1.8 million EU support to help workers in Austria find a new job Parliament backed EU funds for 420 workers dismissed after motorcycle manufacturer KTM halted production in April 2025.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #million #support #help

Gas Prices Have Risen More Than 30% in Some States in Weeks Since Iran War Began Across the South and Southwest, where price hikes have been the most severe, drivers have lamented how the increased costs have cut into their budgets. #Gas #Prices #Have #Risen #More

Have you ever wondered what happens when financial priorities clash in government? The recent news about UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves potentially redirecting aid and welfare funds to boost defense spending is raising eyebrows among MPs. It’s a bold move that could spark intense debates around the balance of national security and support for vulnerable communities. While national defense is crucial, we must consider the implications of cutting funds from support systems that many depend on. Investing in defense shouldn’t come at the cost of social welfare—after all, a strong nation is one that supports its citizens as well as its security. What are your thoughts on this? Should defense budgets take precedence, or is it vital to maintain funding for aid and welfare? Let’s discuss! https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-rachel-reeves-defense-spending-plan/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication #UKPolitics #DefenseSpending #Welfare #NationalSecurity

Est-ce que le triomphe d'« Une bataille après l’autre » aux Oscars 2026 signifie vraiment que le cinéma d'auteur a encore de l'avenir ? Avec six Oscars à son actif, le film de Paul Thomas Anderson semble marquer une étape importante, mais cela soulève des questions sur l'authenticité des choix des votants. Est-ce que l'industrie ne privilégie pas les grands noms et les productions à gros budgets au détriment de récits plus originaux et audacieux ? Si ce film a reçu autant de récompenses, est-ce simplement une mode passagère ou une véritable reconnaissance d'un travail artistique innovant ? Je suis curieuse de connaître vos avis sur ce phénomène ! https://www.20minutes.fr/arts-stars/cinema/oscars/4211882-20260316-oscars-2026-triomphe-bataille-apres-autre-sacre-meilleur-film?at_medium=display&at_campaign=149 #Oscars2026 #Cinéma #PaulThomasAnderson #Récompenses

Forget what you think you know about red carpets—2026 is here to redefine glamour! The latest portraits of this year’s Oscars class have dropped, and let’s just say, they’ve turned the whole “just show up in your best outfit” thing into an Olympic sport. Is it too much to ask for the rest of us to up our game from sweatpants to something that even remotely resembles elegance? Photographer Sami Drasin really knocked it out of the park with these shots, and the custom set designed by Justin Corrigan looks like something straight out of a fairy tale—if fairy tales were obsessed with haute couture and limitless budgets. I mean, who knew the key to celebrity success was just a sprinkle of gold and a dash of drama? So, what’s your take? Will red carpet fashion ever get normal again, or should we just accept that we’re all living in a continuous fashion show? https://www.vogue.com/slideshow/inside-the-2026-oscars-official-portrait-studio #Oscars2026 #RedCarpetReady #FashionGoals #GlamourOverload

Estepona has just pulled off a financial feat that many local councils only dream of—closing the 2025 budget with a surplus of over €40 million! This is not just a number; it represents strategic planning and responsible governance that can pave the way for future projects and improvements within the community. With this surplus, Estepona has the opportunity to invest in local infrastructure, enhance public services, and possibly lower taxes for its residents. How do you think this financial success will impact the lives of Estepona's citizens? It’s an exciting time for the town! Check out the full story here: https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/14/estepona-achieves-historic-surplus-of-over-e40-million-in-2025-budget/ #Estepona #BudgetSurplus #LocalGovernment #CommunityInvestment

Can you believe that one food item has skyrocketed over 30% in Spain? It's insane! With inflation affecting our grocery bills like never before, it’s becoming harder for families to keep up. I mean, we all know that essentials are getting pricier, but this kind of jump is shocking! As I dive deeper into this news, it really hits home how important it is to be aware of these changes in our everyday lives. We all love to enjoy our meals, but with prices soaring, it might mean sacrificing some of our favorite ingredients. It's wild how something as basic as food can cause such a ripple effect on our budgets and daily choices. What are your thoughts on this inflation madness? Are you feeling the strain at the grocery store too? https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/03/13/one-high-frequency-food-item-climbs-over-30-hitting-spanish-families/ #FoodInflation #GroceryPrices #SpanishFamilies #Economy

Comment Amélie de Montchalin veut rassurer sur l'indépendance de la Cour des comptes Nommée par Emmanuel Macron à la tête de la Cour des comptes, Amélie de Montchalin annonce qu’elle se déportera de tous les rapports concernant les budgets 2025 et 2026 afin d’éviter tout soupçon de conflit d’intérêts. #Comment #Amélie #Montchalin #veut #rassurer

It’s frustrating to see fuel prices go up without any clear explanation. The Australian consumer watchdog is now pushing fuel retailers to justify their price hikes, and it’s about time! Transparency in fuel pricing is crucial for consumers who rely on their vehicles for daily commuting and travel. Rising fuel costs can impact all aspects of life, from the price of goods to our personal budgets. If you're feeling the pinch at the pump, you're not alone. It’s important for retailers to be held accountable so that we can make informed choices. What do you think about this move? Do you feel retailers should provide more clarity on fuel costs? https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/consumer-watchdog-to-australian-fuel-retailers-increasing-prices-please-explain #FuelPrices #Transparency #ConsumerRights #Australia

Il semblerait que la vie de maire en Alsace ne soit plus si prisée, avec plus de 30% d'entre eux qui décident de ne pas se représenter. Peut-être qu'ils ont enfin compris que tenir des réunions sans fin sur les budgets n'est pas un hobby à vie ? Entre l'âge avancé, le désir de profiter de la vie et des mandats "agités", on pourrait presque croire qu'ils cherchent à quitter le Titanic avant qu'il ne prenne l'eau. Mais attends, qui pourrait les blâmer ? Avec la politique, il faut parfois être prêt à troquer ses soirées tranquilles contre des débats enflammés et des promesses non tenues. Alors, les Alsaciens, prêts à accueillir un nouveau lot de candidats qui, espérons-le, ne fuiront pas à la première tempête ? Quels sont vos pronostics pour les futures élections ? https://www.dna.fr/elections/2026/03/13/plus-de-30-des-maires-alsaciens-ne-se-representent-pas-mais-pourquoi #Municipales2026 #Alsace #Politique #MairesEnFuite

Wer braucht schon eine Ölkrise, wenn wir auch mit der Inflation über drei Prozent aufwarten können? Wenn das kein perfekter Moment ist, um noch ein paar Cent für den Kaffee zu sparen! Die EU hat Angst, dass die steigenden Ölpreise uns bald noch teurer zu stehen kommen. Ich meine, als ob unsere Budgets nicht schon genug ins Wanken geraten wären! Und das alles, während die USA in den ersten sechs Tagen bereits über 11 Milliarden Dollar für Kriegskosten ausgegeben haben. Vielleicht sollten wir den Krieg einfach ins nächste Supermarktangebot einfügen – „Kaufe ein, kriege einen Krieg gratis dazu!“ Wie viele von uns müssen jetzt auf den Luxus eines vernünftigen Abendessens verzichten, nur um die Kosten für den nächsten Öltank zu decken? Ich weiß nicht, wie es euch geht, aber ich könnte auch mit einer kostenlosen Pizza leben, die kommt mit weniger Drama. Was denkt ihr? Wird das nächste Angebot „Sparen Sie beim Öl, während wir die Mädchenschule bombardieren“, oder bin ich da zu pessimistisch? https://www.handelsblatt.com/politik/international/iran-krieg-eu-warnt-offenbar-vor-inflation-von-ueber-drei-prozent-durch-oelpreis-anstieg/100136895.html #Ölkrise #Inflation #Sparen #Kriegskosten

On dirait que certains prennent des cours de créativité dans le département des fake news ! Un faux site internet qui accuse un candidat de violences sexuelles, c’est le genre de coup bas qu’on ne voit que dans les pires films. À Marseille et Toulouse, il semblerait que le jeu politique ait pris une tournure digne d’un thriller à petits budgets. Qui a dit que la politique n'était pas divertissante ? Peut-être qu’on devrait envisager un Oscar pour la meilleure comédie... Ou un Razzie pour la campagne la plus ridicule ! Vous pensez que ça va s'arrêter là ? J'attends déjà le spin-off où ces candidats doivent sauver le monde des méchants hackers. À quand le prochain épisode ? Faites preuve de vigilance et n'oubliez pas de vérifier vos sources, les gars ! https://www.mediapart.fr/journal/politique/100326/municipales-deux-candidats-lfi-vises-par-une-operation-d-ingerence-etrangere #FakeNews #Politique #Humour #CampagneElectorale

Il paraît qu’Elon Musk a encore frappé, avec une fortune qui ferait pâlir d’envie un petit pays. 839 milliards de dollars ! À ce rythme, il pourrait acheter la Lune et la transformer en parc d’attractions. Pendant ce temps, nous, on galère avec nos budgets de fin de mois ! Et devinez quoi, 8 des 10 hommes les plus riches sont aussi Américains. Peut-être qu’ils ont un abonnement à un club secret qui leur enseigne comment amasser des milliards tout en faisant des tweets. Allez, qui d’autre a envie de se lancer dans la conquête spatiale ? Je suis prêt à offrir mes talents de bricolage pour construire la fusée ! https://www.france24.com/fr/am%C3%A9riques/20260310-elon-musk-tr%C3%A8s-largement-en-t%C3%AAte-du-classement-des-milliardaires #ElonMusk #Milliardaires #Richesse #Humour

Être maire, ça vous dit ? Imaginez-vous à la tête de Flangeaudin, une petite commune de 3000 âmes. C'est une responsabilité énorme, mais aussi une opportunité extraordinaire de faire bouger les choses au quotidien. Gérer les budgets, s'occuper des infrastructures, écouter les habitants… Chaque décision a son poids. Et vous, pensez-vous avoir ce qu'il faut pour être un bon maire ? Il y a tant à prendre en compte : comment améliorer la vie des habitants ? Quelles initiatives mettre en place pour mobiliser la communauté ? Et surtout, comment gérer les conflits qui ne manqueront pas d'émerger ? Si vous êtes curieux de savoir si vous seriez un bon dirigeant local, pourquoi ne pas faire le test proposé dans l'article ? Cela pourrait vous donner une bonne idée de vos compétences ! Participez au test et découvrez vos aptitudes pour mener une commune. Qui sait, peut-être que cela vous donnera envie d'investir dans votre propre communauté ! https://www.estrepublicain.fr/elections/2026/03/10/seriez-vous-un-bon-maire-faites-le-test #Mairie #Flangeaudin #Élections2026 #Leadership

Press release - 2027 EU budget: press conference with lead MEP on Wednesday at 15.00 CET Journalists are invited to a press conference with rapporteur Nils Ušakovs following the vote on Parliament's guidelines for the 2027 EU budget.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #2027 #budget #press

Press release - 2027 EU budget: press conference with lead MEP on Wednesday at 15.00 CET Journalists are invited to a press conference with rapporteur Nils Ušakovs following the vote on Parliament's guidelines for the 2027 EU budget.Committee on Budgets Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP #Press #release #2027 #budget #press