Discounts, benefits, financial support: Senior citizens unlock perks in the Philippines

Financial assistance remains a vital pillar. The Social Pension (SocPen) programme, managed by the Department of Social ...
KAIT

Farmers Sales Tax Exemption Card now available

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) - The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announced Monday a “Farmers Sales Tax Exemption Card” is now available. The card, which is ...
Log Cabin Democrat

Farmers sales tax exemption card available

The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announced a “Farmers Sales Tax Exemption Card” is now available. The card, which is the result of Act 621 of 2025, makes it easier for ...
USA Today

DHS won't accept a REAL ID in lieu of a passport

With over 45 million travelers screened by the Transportation Security Administration this holiday season, many may have learned firsthand what a REAL ID is and isn't. Passed by Congress in 2005 and ...
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Farmers sales tax exemption card now available in Arkansas

The Department of Finance and Administration says the card makes it easier for farmers to obtain certain sales tax exemptions at checkout. RFK Jr., CDC, in seismic shift, reduce number of recommended ...
Indiatimes

Biometric entry-exit at US border: New rule for non-US citizens, Green Card holders comes into effect today

From December 26, mandatory biometric checking of all non-US citizens, including Green Card holders, at border points comes into effect. This means their photographs would be taken by US Customs and ...
Global Times

China issues implementing regulations for value-added tax law

China on Tuesday released the implementing regulations for its law on value-added tax (VAT), detailing operational tax rules ahead of the law's 2026 rollout, which authorities said will help promote ...
Daily FTOpinion

Making TIN mandatory for vehicle registration in Sri Lanka

In a significant policy shift aimed at strengthening financial accountability and improving tax compliance, Sri Lanka’s ...
CNET

How to Check if Your License Is Real ID Compliant in Seconds (and Save $45)

Anyone without a Real ID will be required to pay a $5 surcharge to fly domestically, as well as undergo a biometric scan starting Feb. 1. Jason Chun is a CNET writer covering a range of topics in tech ...
MyBroadband

All the bank branches where people can get smart IDs and passports in South Africa

South Africans who need a smart ID card are unlikely to benefit from Home Affairs’ new digital partnership model with banks until March 2026 at the earliest. However, qualifying citizens who need the ...
Reuters

China taxes condoms, contraceptive drugs in bid to spur birth rate

HONG KONG, Jan 2 (Reuters) - China removed a three-decade-old tax exemption on contraceptive drugs and devices from January 1 in new steps to spur a flagging birth rate. Condoms and contraceptive ...