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• Sat, November 30, 2024

by: Bill Williamson

Now 50 products to be considered to calculate inflation

by: Bill Williamson

The Ex-Files: Can I make a claim for occupational rent post-separation?

Q: My ex-partner and I lived together for eight years. We were in the family home for that period. For the last four years, my ex-partner and our 10-year-old child have remained living in the family home,

by: Bill Williamson

The big forex headache

IN recent weeks, much has been said by the public, economists, finance professionals and Government officials on the acute foreign exchange problem prevailing in the country. There have also been

by: Bill Williamson

Planting for Food and Jobs had potential but poorly executed - Dr. Duffuor

Former Finance Minister Dr. Kwabena Duffuor has described the government's planting for food and jobs as an initiative with good potential but poorly executed.

by: Bill Williamson

Jensen Huang shares the pick-up line he used in college when he first met his wife

"I had no idea what I was talking about. And then we got married. That's all the advice I'm going to give all the entrepreneurs."

by: Bill Williamson

I'm a successful entrepreneur, and there are 3 reasons I don't believe in the advice to 'live on less than you make'

Entrepreneur Jen Glantz says she wouldn't have been able to get her business off the ground if she'd followed the advice to "live below your means."

by: Bill Williamson

Ireland's centre-right parties close in on re-election, likely to need new partner

Ireland's two large centre-right parties looked set to be returned to power after an election on Friday, but will likely need at least one smaller partner to secure a majority, raising questions over the stability of the next government.

by: Bill Williamson

Entrepreneurs transforming agric through tech

By leveraging agritech, data analytics, and climate-smart farming techniques, they empower smallholder farmers, improve productivity, and create employment opportunities.

by: Bill Williamson

UK business confidence lowest since COVID pandemic, IoD says

by: Bill Williamson

Aries Horoscope for December: Love, health, and wealth predictions

December 2024 presents Aries with initial challenges in health and emotions, followed by improvements in career, relationships, and finances. Patience

by: Bill Williamson

Physical gold bars, paper gold or gold jewellery? Investors share what they invest in

by: Bill Williamson

Why the cost of your daily coffee is set to skyrocket

Adding to pricing pressures is the severe drop in Robusta coffee produced in Vietnam due to Typhoon Yagi and its damage to crop fields. Robusta and Arabica beans tend to be supplementary, meaning a decrease in the supply of one leads to an increase in price of the other.

by: Bill Williamson

Crypto Markets Have Grown, But They Still Haven't Grown Up

Bitcoin and crypto more broadly have seen a resurgence since Trump's election victory became clear, but many investors still aren't convinced the sector is sustainable.

by: Bill Williamson

Crores lost to 'digital arrest' scam: Here's how to avoid falling victim

A 90-year-old Gujarat man lost Rs 1 crore to fraudsters posing as CBI officers. Here's how you can protect yourself

by: Bill Williamson

Liberals, NDP pass bill to enact two-month GST holiday in House of Commons

The Liberals' GST holiday bill is one step closer to becoming law after it was passed by a majority of the House of Commons late Thursday night.

by: Bill Williamson

Weighted average lending rate on fresh rupee loans of SCBs stand at 9.54% in Oct-24 compared 9.37% in Sep-24

by: Bill Williamson

Is Medical Properties Trust Stock a Buy?

With a high forward dividend yield of 7.4%, Medical Properties Trust (NYSE: MPW) is of natural interest to investors seeking an income stream in their portfolios. Its business model, if executed conservatively,

by: Bill Williamson

Why stamp duty on mutual fund registration?

by: Bill Williamson

5 Must-Read Books For The High Achievers On Your Holiday Gift List

The holidays are the perfect time to invest in self-improvement. Elevate your career, finances, and overall happiness with these new books.

by: Bill Williamson

Invest in banking like Warren Buffett: Own a 'castle'

Among Berkshire Hathaway's largest holdings is a financial information-services company. The sector's results speak for themselves.

by: Bill Williamson

Five money habits to put you on the road to financial success in 2025

Another year is nearly over and January is almost here with its weeks of financial stress, unless you have new money habits.

by: Bill Williamson

Trump's tariffs could push up the price of your favorite beer (and tequila)

by: Bill Williamson

The Most-Searched Credit Cards of 2024

by: Bill Williamson

Top 10 Business Schools in the USA 2024 | Management Universities

Discover the top 10 management colleges in the USA for 2024, featuring institutions like Stanford, Harvard, and Wharton for the best MBA programs.

by: Bill Williamson

Investing With Friends and Family: 4 Dos and 3 Don'ts

If you're like most people, you have a few regrets when it comes to money. 80% of Americans say they have financial regrets in some form or another, according to a survey conducted by Quicken.

by: Bill Williamson

CBDT extends income tax return filing deadline for FY24 to Dec 15

Tax authorities have extended the income tax return filing deadline by another 15 days to December 15 for the financial year 2023-24.

by: Bill Williamson

A boomer moved to Panama so her retirement would be more affordable. Now she's struggling to find a job and her dream is slipping away.

A boomer moved to Panama from California to save money. She said she's struggling to find work and relying on side hustles to pay the bills.

by: Bill Williamson

December horoscope 2024: Know about career, health & relationship for your zodiac sign

December Horoscope 2024: December is a special month overall. It is a month of festivities - Christmas, New Year's Eve, and Winter Solstice makes it meaningful, joyful, and reflective. It is a good month for meditation and manifestation as well. Let's dive deep and see the December 2024 horoscope for all the zodiac signs.

by: Bill Williamson

Universal healthcare - lessons from the past

My husband and I have begun to do our research to determine where we would like to retire. Bermuda is definitely high on the list, but there are several factors that are not ideal for retirees, one

• Sun, December 1, 2024

by: Bill Williamson

Why TotalEnergies SE (NYSE:TTE) Is One of the Best ADR Stocks to Invest in?

We recently published a list of 12 Best ADR Stocks To Invest In According to Analysts. In this article, we are going to take a look at where TotalEnergies SE (NYSE:TTE) stands against the other best ADR stocks to invest in.

by: Bill Williamson

HK Finance Chief Expects 50% Jump in Airport Capacity by 2035

Hong Kong International Airport's handling capacity will increase 50% by 2035, Financial Secretary Paul Chan said in his weekly blog.

by: Bill Williamson

Refinancing a personal loan: Key benefits and how it works

Refinancing a personal loan involves replacing your existing loan with a new one offering better terms, such as lower interest rates, reduced EMIs, or extended repayment tenures. It's ideal for consolidating multiple loans,

by: Bill Williamson

3 Mega-Cap Stocks to Buy Before They're Worth $1 Trillion

by: Bill Williamson

GST assessment order served to old address is not valid service of order: Madras HC

Madras High Court held that assessment order served to old address instead of new address is not valid service of order. Accordingly, attachment order passed thereafter is quashed.

by: Bill Williamson

Does tech have gender? Venture capitalist Priyanka Gill says femtech is the future

Priyanka, a venture partner of Kalaari Capital and group co-founder of Glamm Group, defined femtech as the technology that incorporates feminine.femtech, women in tech, female entrepreneurship, gender inclusive technology,

by: Bill Williamson

How I'm setting my daughters up to have $1 million each by the time they turn 30

Brennan Schlagbaum explains how he and his wife are setting their daughters up for financial success through strong values and investment accounts.

by: Bill Williamson

Will develop state by creating wealth, benefiting poor: Andhra CM Naidu

Addressing the local public, the CM promised to transform Rayalaseema into a horticulture hub, adding that special funds would be allocated for Rayadurgam municipality after formulating an action plan

by: Bill Williamson

Where Will Block Be in 5 Years?

by: Bill Williamson

Temasek among cornerstone investors for LeapFrog's latest fund

TEMASEK is among the cornerstone investors for the latest fund from LeapFrog Investments, a private equity firm that focuses on sustainability-related investments in emerging markets. Read more at The Business Times.

by: Bill Williamson

The grim ghost of crypto future

by: Bill Williamson

Two-pot retirement system: keep your hands out of this cookie jar!

A few extra rands to spend over the festive season should not come from your savings pot under the two-pot retirement system.

by: Bill Williamson

What days will the SSDI payment be made for December 2024? These days you will receive disability benefits

by: Bill Williamson

Warning over cybercrime surge in South Africa this holiday season

Cybersecurity experts are warning of a rise of Business Email Compromise schemes as the year draws to a close.

by: Bill Williamson

40 per cent of Ugandans live below the poverty line

Despite various poverty alleviation efforts, challenges such as corruption, inadequate financial literacy, and dependency continue to hinder progress

by: Bill Williamson

The BIBF and Tamkeen launch Sales Graduate Development Programme for Bahraini job seekers

by: Bill Williamson

RevFin eyes financing 2 mn vehicles, Rs 20k cr loan payment in 5 yrs: CEO

Electric vehicle financing digital platform RevFin is aiming to finance 20 lakh vehicles in the next five years, translating to loan disbursements of nearly Rs 20,000 crore, according to the company's founder and CEO Sameer Aggarwal.

by: Bill Williamson

5-Day Working Week For All Bank Employees Likely From December

The long-standing demand for a 5-day work week in India's banking sector is nearing fruition. Currently, bank branches remain closed on second and fourth Saturdays, along with all Sundays. However, under the proposed system,

by: Bill Williamson

Can you exceed your credit card limit? Pros, cons, and tips to manage it

Universal healthcare - lessons from the past

My husband and I have begun to do our research to determine where we would like to retire. Bermuda is definitely high on the list, but there are several factors that are not ideal for retirees, one

The article from The Royal Gazette discusses the lessons learned from past attempts at implementing universal healthcare in Bermuda. It highlights the historical context, including the 1970s when the government first considered a national health insurance scheme, which was met with resistance from private insurers and medical professionals. The piece outlines the challenges faced, such as funding, administrative complexities, and public and private sector pushback. It also reflects on the current state of healthcare in Bermuda, where despite high costs, there are still gaps in coverage and access. The article suggests that while the idea of universal healthcare remains appealing, the practical implementation requires careful consideration of past mistakes, including better stakeholder engagement, clearer funding models, and addressing the unique needs of Bermuda's population. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of learning from history to craft a more effective and inclusive healthcare system for the future.

Read the Full The Royal Gazette Article at:
https://www.royalgazette.com/personal-finance/business/article/20241130/universal-healthcare-lessons-from-the-past/

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