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Low-Tax States Outperform High-Tax Counterparts, Leaving Liberals Baffled

Recent analyses reveal that states with lower tax burdens, such as Texas, Florida, and Tennessee, are experiencing robust economic growth, job creation, and population increases. In contrast, high-tax states like California, Illinois, and New York are witnessing resident outflows and economic challenges. This trend underscores the impact of tax policies on state prosperity. Read the full article here.
 

What Just Happened?

  • U.S. Vetoes U.N. Resolution for Gaza Cease-Fire: The United States has vetoed a United Nations resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, citing concerns over the release of hostages taken by Hamas.
  • Hezbollah Spokesman Killed in Israeli Airstrike: Mohammed Afif al-Naboulsi, Hezbollah's chief spokesman and key adviser, was killed in an Israeli airstrike in central Beirut, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
  • President-Elect Trump Announces Key Cabinet Appointments: President-elect Donald Trump has announced key cabinet appointments, including ex-WWE CEO Linda McMahon to lead the Department of Education and Dr. Mehmet Oz to head the Medicare and Medicaid office.

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5 Weird Tidbits for the Day

  • Snowflake Twins? Not Likely: While no two snowflakes are scientifically proven to be identical, researchers did once find two nearly identical flakes in Wisconsin in 1988.
  • Frosty Weather and Vanilla Ice Cream: Ice cream sales tend to increase during colder months in parts of the U.S., possibly because people are spending more time indoors where it's cozy.
  • Reindeer’s Changing Eyes: Reindeer’s eyes change color from golden in summer to blue in winter to better see in low light conditions.
  • Pinecones Predict Winter: Some believe that heavier pinecone production is a natural predictor of a harsher winter, though this is more folklore than fact.
  • First American Parade Floats: Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade floats were originally pulled by horses when the event began in 1924.

Insomnia Linked to Memory Loss—Here’s What You Need to Know
 


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