During a January 7, 2018, debate in the UK House of Commons, UK lawmakers discussed the country's plans to leave the EU, its customs union, and value-added tax area.

The Swiss Government on September 20, 2019, announced that it has exchanged instruments of ratification with the United States to bring into force a Protocol to their double tax agreement.

Oman's Government has released a statement confirming that it is preparing to introduce VAT legislation into parliament to implement the levy without delay.

Highlights: Eating too much - not exercising too little - is at the root of obesity It is also responsible

Highlights: Boron can now be retained within cancer cells using a novel method Trapping boron within ca

Highlights: Bacteria living in household dust particles have been detected These are capable of transmitting

Highlights : A way to utilize existing chemotherapy in a more efficient manner in treating pancreat

The Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis and Minister of Finance, Timothy Harris, delivered a "tax-free Budget" on December 12, 2019.

For the first time, the Commission has presented a comprehensive report on investor citizenship and residence schemes operated by a number of EU member states.

The United States Senate could soon approve ratification of four long-pending double tax avoidance treaty protocols.

A reversal of recent surges in corporate tax receipts could hit tax revenues and affect the Ireland's longer-term economic position, according to analysis released by the Irish Finance Department.

The European Council has authorized the opening of negotiations for a new partnership with the UK, and mandated the Commission to act as the EU's negotiator.

The Chartered Institute of Taxation has called on the UK Government to clarify questions remaining about the UK's Digital Services Tax, which became effective this month.

On July 11, 2019, France's proposed digital services tax received parliamentary approval, following approval also from the Senate.

Best preoperative definition of cancer-related malnutrition may depend on the type of cancer the patient has, reports a new study. The findings of the

Caffeine may raise your ability to problem-solve, but it won't boost your creativity, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published in the journal iConsciousness and Cognition/i.

Senior citizens can preserve muscle mass by consuming more protein at breakfast or lunchtime. The body's mechanisms for producing new muscle require

Majority of the world population live in countries that are dependent on, at least partially, imported food. Globalization has revolutionized food production

Supplementation of micronutrients and omega-3 fatty acids is a safe, effective, and low-cost strategy for an optimal immune function to fight against

Popular methods for judging the doneness of chicken may not ensure safety from pathogens, revealed findings presented by Solveig Langsrud of the Norwegian

Stevia, a popular sweetener can make potential improvements in a common condition called fatty liver disease, reports a new study. The findings of the

New study assesses the rate at which adolescents discuss sex with their parents and primary care providers, and the frequency at which they receive screening for sexually transmitted infections.

People in open relationships (relationship with more than one partner) have been found to be as happy as people who are in a Monogamous relationship (one partner for one person), finds a new study.

Pelvic examination in adolescent girls does not help the physician's to diagnose certain sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). In fact it narrows

A single dose of metronidazole or tinidazole antibiotic may not be very effective in treating an STD in some women, finds a new study. The findings of

Aurora kinase A (AURKA), AURKB and AURKC proteins regulate each other with surprising twists and turns in female mouse eggs, a finding that may play an

Having HPV in your hand does not increase the risk of transmitting HPV infection to a sexual partner, finds a study published in iThe Lancet Infectious Diseases/i.

The age at when the puberty hits a child is based on the gap between the parents' and child's ultimate height and not genetics, find researchers. The

Chances of tooth decay are higher in young adults who are born with HIV, finds a new study. The findings of this study are published in the IMicrobiome/I journal.

The field of bioengineered tooth has received a great deal of attention in the past few years as it has shown potential to regenerate.Bone marrow cells promote stimulation of bioengineered teeth.

University of Pennsylvania researchers and colleagues have identified protein Del-1 that plays a key role in getting the body back to normal after inflammation.

Protruding teeth in kids are more prone to injuries and long-term consequences. Therefore, regular dental check-ups, especially for kids, are necessary to protect their dental health.

Most antibiotics prescribed by dentists to prevent infections prior to dental visits are unnecessary, reports a new study. A new study conducted by

New study sheds light on the science behind the periodontal ligament formation, which helps to keep the tooth stable in the jawbone. This improved understanding

Individual's who have lost their teeth due to nontraumatic reasons may have a higher risk of developing heart disease. The causal association between

In most cases, antibiotics are not recommended for toothaches, announced The American Dental Association (ADA). This guidance, published in the November

Dentist's drill may not be the best way to deal with tooth decay in children's teeth, according to a new study. And, there is no proof that conventional

Preventing tooth decay now becomes easy using a bioactive peptide that coats the tooth surface, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published

In the cells forming tooth enamel, excessive fluoride exposure was found to alter calcium signaling, mitochondrial function, and gene expression, stated

Researchers at Africa Water Week call for efforts to “decolonize” and improve water permit systems, so more farmers are encouraged to invest in much-needed irrigation.

High carbon footprint households are identified by confectionery, alcohol, and restaurant food and not by increased meat consumption, stated new study

People tend to overestimate their personal environmental engagement, revealed research from the University of Gothenburg. In a study with participants

The energy embedded in wastewater, meanwhile, could provide electricity to 158 million households – roughly the number of households in the USA and Mexico combined.

In an opinion piece in The Independent, IWMI Director General Claudia Sadoff says "Achieving greater gender equality will help to strengthen the resilience of our food systems, revitalize rural economies and enhance rural livelihoods."

We know that one of the most important actions everyone can take to protect ourselves and others from infection is to wash our hands – and yet there are hundreds of millions of people around the world for whom this simple act is a struggle.

It's not enough to be smart and hardworking and students must also be able to understand and manage their emotions -- a skill known as emotional intelligence

During winter season, new mothers should follow a simple and good skincare regimen to keep their skin nourished and hydrated. But as a new mom, you

Music is the most common language, and evokes 13 overwhelming emotions in people, say researchers who have mapped the most extensive array of emotions that are felt worldwide.

The idea that someone can fake a positive attitude to elicit real-life benefits - often backfires when used with co-workers, a new study suggests. Instead,

Super bowl fans, watch out. Sitting long hours at night watching the big game on TV can rob your good night's sleep. But, if you're a football fan, it hard to get rid of the super bowl.