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Tax hikes loom as US House nears vote on pair of spending bills

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With the US House of Representatives moving towards a vote on a $1.75 trillion social spending and climate package, the country could see a string of new tax hikes. Also, eco-friendly fashion designers hope to change a sector known for a heavy carbon footprint and enthusiasts of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) meet up in New York City.

Added on the 05/11/2021 13:55:00 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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