Tag: 2023

LIVE March 24, 3:15 PM ET: 2023 Black Conservative Summit in Chicago

Freedom’s Journal Institute, a black Christian Conservative organization, and its partners hold the Black Conservative Summit 2023 from March 24 to 25 in Chicago. The church leaders, advocates, and activists “will discuss the Black Conservative Agenda: How to Fix Black America.” All times are in local time (CST) Events on March 24: 2:15–2:25 p.m. Dr….


IRS Warns Taxpayers of Consequences for Failure to Meet Certain Tax Obligations

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) this week issued a notice to “gig economy” service workers and those who receive a foreign source of income that they have to report potential tax obligations on income. An IRS release issued Mar. 1 says that taxpayers have to report income from the gig economy on their tax returns, “even…


A Michigan City Is Best Place to Live in America in 2023, Experts Say

The city of Ann Arbor in Michigan is the best place to live in the United States in 2023, according to a new study examining experts’ opinions. Research company StudyFinds looked at 10 expert lists to round up the top five best places to live in the United States this year, based on everything from climate…


These States Are Still Sending Out Stimulus Checks in 2023

While there are likely no federal stimulus checks being handed out in the near future, some states are still issuing stimulus payments or rebates in 2023. Colorado Colorado residents who obtained an extension and filed their taxes by the Oct. 17, 2022, deadline will receive a $750 rebate, or $1,500 for joint filers, by Jan. 31. People…


These States Are Still Sending Out Payments in 2023

While there are likely no federal stimulus checks being handed out in the near future, some states are still issuing payments or rebates in 2023. Colorado Colorado residents who obtained an extension and filed their taxes by the Oct. 17, 2022, deadline will receive a $750 rebate, or $1,500 for joint filers, by Jan. 31. People who…


Body Positivity Advocate Named Australian of the Year

Australian body positivity advocate, writer and film director Taryn Brumfitt has been named Australian of the year for her work to help women and men in Australia and around the world be comfortable in their own skin. The documentary maker’s advocacy stemmed from her 2016 film Embrace, which explored the pervasive issue of body shaming…


IRS Announces Start of 2023 Tax Season: Here Are Some Key Changes

The Internal Revenue Service announced Thursday that the agency will begin accepting 2022 tax returns on Jan. 23 and that April 18 is the deadline to file taxes. In a news release, the agency said it expects that 168 million individual tax returns will be filed this year, and the “vast majority” will be filed before…


2023 Economic Recession Will Be Milder Than Predicted: Former Chief Economist

Despite alarming messages of high unemployment and a looming devastating recession, economic markers show any recession will be “more mild” than previously thought, Thomas Hogan stated in an interview, which aired on Newsmakers by NTD and The Epoch Times on Jan. 4. Hogan is currently a senior research faculty at the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) and was…


How California Went From Billions of Surplus to Billions of Deficit in One Year | Scott Baugh

“It wouldn’t surprise me that this budget deficit, depending on a recession, would get to $50 to $100 billion.” Siyamak sits down with Scott Baugh, a former California state representative and Republican assembly leader. California could be looking at a $25 billion budget deficit in the coming fiscal year. What caused the state to experience…


Tips to Make New Year’s Resolutions Stick

Most Australians give up on their resolutions for a healthier and wealthier new year at the first turn, but experts say by breaking down our goals, we are more likely to achieve success. Health and financial goals make up the bulk of resolutions, with exercising and healthy eating the most common, according to research by…