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Nondeductible Expenses List: What IRS Rules Say About Personal Costs

The IRS, as of September 3, 2025, continues to bar deductions for most personal expenses unless they are ordinary, necessary,…

When Itemizing Deductions on Schedule A Beats the Standard Deduction in 2025

For 2024 returns (filed in 2025), taxpayers should compare the standard deduction ($14,600 single; $21,900 HOH; $29,200 MFJ) with itemized…

Understanding 2024 Standard Deduction Rules and Eligibility Impacts

2025 standard deduction amounts rise to $15,750 (Single), $23,650 (HOH), and $31,500 (MFJ), with larger age/blind add-ons and a temporary…

US Announces New Immigration and Travel Fees Starting Sept 30, 2025 Under H.R. 1

Starting Sept 30, 2025, DHS raises key travel fees: ESTA to $40, Form I-94 (land) to $30, and EVUS to…

Campus Ambassador Roles Abroad: A Smart ₹25K–₹70K Monthly for Indian Students

Campus Ambassador positions offer Indian students abroad flexible, resume-building work with typical monthly stipends of ₹25,000–₹70,000; duties take about 3–5…

Comparative Taxation of Trusts and Political Donations: India vs USA

India grants tax exemptions for registered public trusts and allows deductions for non-cash political donations, while private trusts face stricter…

Trump Administration Shrinks US Immigrant Labor Force by Over 1 Million in 2025

Early 2025 saw a sharp immigrant population decline: foreign-born residents dropped about 1.4 million between January and June. Aggressive enforcement…

How Africa Can Unlock Aviation Growth Through Policy Reforms and Open Skies

With SAATM at 37 members covering 80% of the market, African aviation sees rising passenger demand and forecasts 4.1% annual…