History
A Church Within a Church
Try to browse for historical and heritage places to visit in the Philippines, and the top results will be Calle Crisologo in Vigan, Intramuros, and Escolta in Manila. Old churches and other historical sites in certain Visayas provinces are rarely recognized, but exploring Iloilo city made me discover that this place is vastly underappreciated in terms of public historical awareness, but it has a lot to offer.
By JOHN EMIL CADIAO FLORES2 years ago in Art
Sustainable Fashion: How to Build an Eco-Friendly Wardrobe
Introduction The fashion industry is one of the largest polluters in the world, but you can make a difference by building a sustainable wardrobe. Sustainable fashion focuses on Eco-friendly practices, ethical production, and mindful consumption. This article provides tips on how to build an eco-friendly wardrobe that is stylish and sustainable.
By Derrick Juma2 years ago in Art
Neapolitan Pizza: A Culinary Masterpiece
Neapolitans are known for their warmth and hospitality. Visitors are often treated like family, with an emphasis on making guests feel welcome and comfortable. This hospitality is evident in the city's numerous cafes, trattorias, and restaurants, where the atmosphere is friendly and inviting.
By Ikpa Denis2 years ago in Art
How the rich avoid paying taxes
HOW THE RICH AVOID PAYING TAXES Music] this is warren buffett one of the richest people in the world thanks to the company he runs berkshire hathaway basically it's a holding company that just owns a bunch of other companies geico dairy queen a huge railroad as well as a lot of stock in other companies like apple and coca-cola so when those companies do well and their stock goes up berkshire hathaway stock goes up when buffett took over the company in 1965 a single share was worth nineteen dollars today it's worth nearly half a million dollars buffett owns nearly 240 000 of these shares this is where his wealth is but as he's been known for pointing out warren buffett still pays a lower tax rate than his secretary she pays at twice the rate i pay i think that's outrageous that's because they pay different types of taxes his secretary pays income taxes on her salary but buffett mainly pays capital gains taxes on his sold stock and that's taxed at nearly half the rate the wealthy are definitely under tax in the u.s the disparity between the richest americans and everyone else has been growing and in the last 40 years the after-tax income of the richest has risen more than 400 while middle-class income has only risen 50. the way these people make money is very different than the way these people make money and they're not taxed the same [Music] i pay less in taxes than people that work for a living and make as much money as i do this is morris he used to work on wall street now he's retired and lives off his many stock market investments i own stock in companies i mean berkshire hathaway and amazon and apple he's a pretty typical one percenter except that he spends his money advocating for rich people like him to be taxed more i want to live in a country filled with a middle class of people who can all afford to shop in our businesses most people have a normal job they get a paycheck and pay income tax ranging from 10 to 37 percent but people like morris they make a lot of their income from investments generally stocks in real estate these investments are taxed as capital gains and things like long-term stock have a maximum tax rate of just 20 percent i sold some stock recently for four hundred thousand dollars and my taxes on that's around fifty thousand dollars but that fifty thousand dollars is far less tax than anyone who has a job making four hundred thousand dollars a year would pay and most of his wealth well isn't even taxable people like morris or buffett are worth so much money because of the stock that they hold but it's not tangible spendable taxable money i can look at my stock portfolio and i can say oh you know i made a million dollars this year but it doesn't have to be anything in taxes because our system is based on only paying taxes when you actually sell something amazon's jeff bezos the richest man in america thanks mostly to his amazon stock pays almost nothing in taxes we value his worth here but it's never taxed unless it's turned into real money when he sells the stock and it's taxed as a capital gain this is one way billionaires are able to be technically worth so much money but pay so little in taxes some billionaires like elon musk are able to get loans against their stocks and live off of that they don't even need to sell the stock to turn it into spendable money no sale no taxes the fact is if you're a billionaire you don't need any income there's also a big loophole in capital gains taxes that the rich exploit called the stepped-up basis if hypothetically warren buffett were to sell his stock he'd have to pay capital gains taxes based on his profit so the cost of the stock minus the original investment but if he holds off selling his entire life when he dies whoever inherits the stock and then sells it would only have to pay taxes on what they earned after they inherited it leaving all those original gains untaxed it's part of what's called buy borrow die and it's one way the richest families avoid paying taxes it's this system and the fact that most taxable capital gains are going to the top one percent that lawmakers see changing the capital gains tax as an easy way to tax the rich president biden has proposed closing that stepped up loophole and increasing the maximum tax rate from 20 to 39.6 but just for people making more than a million dollars a year critics argue that it may discourage people from investing in the stock market or that current millionaires would just sell less stock but it would bring in more tax revenue from more conservative estimates of 200 billion over 10 years to double that it would also mean buffett would pay a closer tax rate to a secretary but this pile of unrealized money still goes untaxed there's a lot of things we could do to make the system more fair we could have taxes on wealth we could have taxes on gains in the stock market most americans are bothered that wealthy people don't pay their fair share and changing capital gains taxes wouldn't be the whole solution but advocates argue it would be an easy place to start our system is making the rich get richer and richer and richer and everyone else just not [Music] you.
By matthews mwewa2 years ago in Art
Thank You, Indian Cricket Team, for Making 1.4 Billion People Smile
he final match was a battle of nerves and skill. India faced a fierce opponent in South Africa, who had shown remarkable prowess throughout the tournament. Batting first, India set a formidable target of 172/4, with Virat Kohli delivering an unforgettable innings of 76 runs off 59 balls. The former Indian captain’s masterful performance, filled with a variety of elegant shots, anchored the innings and gave the team a strong foundation.
By Kheloexchange2 years ago in Art
What to do if you are upset
Depression is a common thing in human life. On the way of life, we have to face various adverse situations, which can cause us depression. But there are some effective ways to overcome this depression and make life fun again. Here are some ways to help you when you are feeling down:
By Abu Sufian2 years ago in Art
Rhythms of the Nile: The Intricate Relationship Between Music and Poetry in Ancient Egyptian Civilization
Introduction In the majestic land of ancient Egypt, music and poetry held a profound significance in the daily lives of its people. The harmonious melodies and enchanting verses were not merely forms of entertainment, but integral components of their culture and spirituality. The melodies of ancient Egyptian music resonated through the corridors of time, while the poetic verses adorned the walls of temples and tombs. Let us embark on a journey to explore the intricate relationship between music and poetry in the enigmatic civilization of ancient Egypt.
By Shimaa Abdelkader2 years ago in Art
Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden
In a paradise abundant with lush greenery and vibrant flowers, Adam and Eve resided peacefully in the Garden of Eden. They strolled through the garden hand in hand, basking in the warmth of the sun and the sweet melodies of chirping birds.
By Angelina Vasas2 years ago in Art
Top 10 Facts About Art
Art, in its myriad forms, has been a cornerstone of human civilization, reflecting the depths of human creativity, emotion, and cultural evolution. From the cave paintings of ancient times to the digital creations of today, art has continually evolved, mirroring societal changes and technological advancements. Here are ten fascinating facts about art that highlight its diversity and significance throughout history.
By Sweet Talukdar2 years ago in Art
How to achieve your most ambitious goals
By a show of hands, Queenie Lee was the reviewer and translator, Oriel Yu. How many of you think that using just a pencil and sheet of paper, you could draw this same picture of Brad Pitt? I'll walk you through the process now. And in doing so, I will impart to you the knowledge and abilities required to become a professional artist. Additionally, it shouldn't take longer than fifteen seconds. How many of you think you could reproduce this image of a solid gray square, though, before I do that? Every single one of us, laughing. You can also make two, three, or nine gray squares if you can only make one. In actuality, it would be extremely difficult to argue that you couldn't manufacture every gray square required to replicate the image in its whole if you could only make one. There you have it, then. I just taught you the abilities you need to become a top-tier artist. (laughing) I understand your thoughts.
By Darasimi Atilade2 years ago in Art
