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You’ve started investing on Trading212. Things are going well… until you ask yourself: “Wait—do I need to report this to my tax office? Or does Trading212 do it for me?” You’re not alone. A lot of beginner and even intermediate investors aren’t sure who handles what when it comes to taxes. The good news is, once you understand how Trading212 …

If you’re seeking a spine-tingling movie night, Netflix’s 2025 horror lineup offers a diverse selection of films to satisfy every kind of horror enthusiast. From psychological thrillers to supernatural tales, here’s a curated list of the top 10 horror movies currently streaming on Netflix. 1. Hereditary (2018) Genres: Psychological Horror, Supernatural Summary: Following the death of her secretive mother, Annie …

Friedrich Merz has officially assumed the role of Germany’s chancellor after securing a majority in the Bundestag’s second round of voting on May 6, 2025. This followed an unexpected setback earlier that day when he failed to obtain the necessary votes in the initial ballot—a first in post-war German history. In the second vote, Merz received 325 votes, surpassing the …

The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit, commonly referred to as the Stealth Bomber, stands as a pivotal component of the United States Air Force’s strategic arsenal. Engineered for deep-penetration missions, the B-2 employs advanced stealth technology to navigate through sophisticated enemy air defenses, delivering both conventional and nuclear payloads with precision. Design and Stealth Capabilities The B-2’s distinctive flying wing configuration …

The United States is intensifying diplomatic efforts to ensure Israel’s complete withdrawal from five remaining positions in southern Lebanon, as stipulated in the November 2024 ceasefire agreement. This initiative aims to facilitate the Lebanese Army’s full deployment in the region and advance discussions on consolidating all weaponry under state control. According to informed sources, U.S. Deputy Special Envoy Morgan Ortagus …

On May 6, 2025, the Israeli military conducted a series of airstrikes targeting Houthi-controlled sites in Yemen, including Sanaa International Airport and key infrastructure facilities. These operations were launched in direct response to a ballistic missile attack by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels that struck near Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport two days prior, injuring several individuals and causing temporary disruptions to …

The United Arab Emirates has announced it will allow its citizens to travel to Lebanon beginning May 7, marking an end to a ban that had been in place since 2021. The decision, made public through the UAE’s state news agency, follows a meeting between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi. The announcement …