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Trump’s ‘big’ bill gives millions of taxpayers a new charitable tax break, but whether it will help nonprofits is unclear

Tax policy changes can influence how much Americans donate.Douglas Rissing/iStock via Getty Images Plus

The multitrillion-dollar bill that President Donald Trump signed into law on July 4, 2025, will change how the U.S. tax code treats charitable donations. It also has several tax provisions that affect some colleges, universities and other...

Why More Businesses Are Rewriting Their Terms: The Quiet Shift Toward Shorter Payment Cycles
Credit: jcomp Via Freepik It doesn’t always start with a red flag. Sometimes, it’s just a missed payment. Then another. Th…
Defence spending is like insurance – how will NZ pay the higher premiums?
Getty ImagesDefence spending is like insurance – you have to pay for it but you hope you never have to use it. And the …
What Business Leaders Get Wrong About Tech Hiring
For most executives, hiring technical talent looks deceptively simple. You define the role, post a job, screen applicants, …
Are ‘ghost stores’ haunting your social media feed? How to spot and avoid them
CC BYThe offer pops up in your social media feed. The website is professional and the imagery illustrates an Australian coast…
From MVP to Enterprise: Choosing the Right Payment Stack for Each Stage of Growth
The shift in fintech over the past few years has been hard to miss. A new generation of platforms — from SaaS providers to em…
Interest rates are on hold at 3.85%, as the Reserve Bank opts for caution over mortgage relief
Thurtell/Getty ImagesThe Reserve Bank of Australia has kept the cash rate at 3.85%, after cutting it in February and May.Thos…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

How Sydney Drone Photography Transforms the Way Properties Are Marketed
Key Highlights Drone photography provides stunning aerial perspectives, showcasing properties in a way that traditional photography cannot match. This innovative technology allows real estate agents to highlight property features, surrounding amenities, and…

The fiscal update is no Christmas present for the government – but signs of a slow recovery are there
After a slow economic year, many New Zealanders are eyeing 2025 with uncertainty but also a degree cautious optimism. Interest rates are dropping and unemployment rates remain below expectations. However…
What Metal Fabrication Involves
Metal fabrication is a process in which metal components are converted into useful machines and structures. The process involves the manipulation of raw material, usually steel, in workshops commonly known as fabrication shops. These shops have an advantage in that they centralise these processes, eliminating the need for having many vendors carrying out different processes. The shops also assist by reducing the time taken to complete various projects. Mechcon Welding & Fabrication is one such example of a trusted provider offering comprehensive metal fabrication services. Read on to learn more about what metal fabrication in Melbourne can involve.Metal fabrication is a process in which metal components are converted into useful machines and structures. The…
TikTok Social Selling: The Do's & Don'ts for Fashion Influencers
As a platform known for its dynamic and creative content, TikTok social selling for fashion has become an essential tool for influencers looking to promote fashion brands. The platform’s unique…

Optimising your operations in FY2026 will help you combat the challenges of a volatile trading environment. Up, down, in out…Since the commence...

AI investments have become a strategic priority for business with the mindset that if you're not using AI, you're falling behind. But according to...

For many Australian businesses, growth increasingly depends on thinking beyond local borders. As wage pressures rise, and specialised talent pool...

As organizations globally seek innovative ways to improve sustainability and their impact on Earth, the American Waterways Operators (AWO), a lead...

A leading provider of energy solutions VoltX Energy has seen a 400% increase in demand for home batteries in the past three weeks as people put d...

When Rome was in crisis, its leaders did not retreat to the Senate. They went to the circus. To the chariot races. To the gladiators. Sport was no...