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"Moderate" Democrat Abigail Spanberger Considers Tax On Gym Memberships And Streaming Services, Among Other Ideas
"Moderate" Democrat Abigail Spanberger Considers Tax On Gym Memberships And Streaming Services, Among Other Ideas
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is facing backlash after refusing to rule out new taxes on everyday services like gym memberships and streaming subscriptions, according to the Daily Mail.
During an interview with 8News, the Virginia governor was asked whether she would sign legislation expanding the state’s sales tax to cover a long list of services. Rather than rejecting the idea outright, Spanberger said any proposal that seems “reasonable” should at least be part of the conversation as...
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Jun 25, 2026 / Tyler Durden
Cargo Vessel Comes Under Apparent Iranian Attack Near Oman, Crude Jumps, After IRGC Warned It Controls Hormuz Strait
Cargo Vessel Comes Under Apparent Iranian Attack Near Oman, Crude Jumps, After IRGC Warned It Controls Hormuz Strait
Update(11:28ET): A tanker appears to have come under (likely) Iranian attack close to the coast of Oman on Thursday. It seems that Iran is seeking to impose control, and its red lines as its military issues the following message: "Coordination with the IRGC Navy for passage through the Strait of Hormuz via Channel 16 is mandatory, and violator vessels will be dealt with."
Below is the initial UKMTO alert:
UKMTO WARNING 074-26 - ATTACK
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Aug 5, 2026 / Tyler Durden
Iran-Oman Hormuz Route 'Agreed To' As Iran Warns Against US 'Interference'
Iran-Oman Hormuz Route 'Agreed To' As Iran Warns Against US 'Interference'
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Iran says Hormuz route is agreed: Tehran says it has finalized a shipping route with Oman, blaming U.S. actions for delaying a final agreement.
Tehran claims victory: Iranian officials say the deal would lock in Iran's wartime gains and strategic leverage over Hormuz.
Mixed messages: Trump says a deal could come within days, while Iran insists the talks are only with Oman.
Draft outline emerges: Reports outline Iranian oversight of inbound traffic and Omani management of outbound shipping.
High stakes as pressure eased...
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Mar 25, 2026 / Tyler Durden
Iran Rejects US Proposed Ceasefire, Won't Be 'Fooled Again' As Attacks Continue With US Troops En Route
Iran Rejects US Proposed Ceasefire, Won't Be 'Fooled Again' As Attacks Continue With US Troops En Route
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Iran Does Not Accept Ceasefire, Says US Talks Illogical: Fars. The statement says that talks are not viable in current conditions, oil jumps.
3,000 elite Army Airborne soldiers & Marines still en route after Trump said Monday says Iran has been destroyed "militarily".
Iran is tightening control of Hormuz, demanding detailed ship data and in some cases fees for passage
Iran continues to say it is ready for long war, monitors US troop movements: Parliament Speaker says "Do not...
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