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UK savers must be aware of the £20,000 cap on tax-free savings in Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) as the new tax year approaches in April.

The Spanish Congress rejects two crucial decrees from the Sánchez government concerning social protections and price caps, marking a significant setback for the coalition.

The Social Democratic Party's proposed bill to establish a cap on individual donations to political parties in Estonia has passed its first reading in the Riigikogu.

A new rule changing the cap on contactless card payments in the UK will be implemented from March 2026, allowing banks to set higher limits if they choose.

The imposition of a rent cap in Mexico City introduces new challenges for housing affordability and market investment, while highlighting deep-seated issues in the informal rental sector.

The Czech Republic is advocating for adjustments in the ETS system, suggesting a price cap alongside a proposal for additional delays.

The state of Piauí in Brazil has set new limits for the fees charged for medical and psychological exams required for obtaining a driver's license, with a cap of R$ 180 implemented by the Departamento Estadual de Trânsito (Detran-PI).

Investment funds are negatively impacting traditional olive farming in Andalusia by monopolizing public aid and significantly increasing water consumption.

A recent Supreme Court decision in Mexico City limits rent increases to inflation rates, which may exacerbate housing affordability issues rather than solve them.

The Brazilian Supreme Court is resuming its judgment on actions regarding additional payments that allow certain public servants to exceed the constitutional salary cap.

85-year-old Kim Jung-ja, previously the oldest test-taker in the Korean SAT, will graduate from Sookmyung Women's University's Future Education Center with a degree in social welfare.

The Nigerian Exchange Limited witnessed a slight decline in trading, with market capitalization falling by N73.43 billion amid profit-taking in banking and insurance stocks.

Martin Lewis encourages UK households to capitalize on falling energy prices due to a reduction in the Energy Price Cap.

Energy bills in the UK are projected to decrease by an average of £117 annually, but the reduction may not be as beneficial for many families as it seems due to updates in the price cap and seasonal changes in energy usage.

President Yoon praised the decision to eliminate the maximum cap on rewards for reporting stock manipulation, allowing rewards up to 30% of the illegally obtained gains.

EDF Energy claims that customers can save over £100 compared to the new energy price cap set by Ofgem.

Martin Lewis advises households on how to reduce energy bills following a reduction in Ofgem's energy price cap.

Ofgem has announced a fall in energy price caps, allowing households to estimate their future energy bills with a new calculator.

The Ofgem energy price cap will decrease, resulting in lower energy bills for millions of households starting April 1.

Annual energy bills in Great Britain will decrease by £117 from April due to a drop in Ofgem's price cap, providing some relief to households.

Ofgem has announced a reduction in the energy price cap, bringing it down to £1,641 for typical dual fuel households starting in April.

From April 1, UK households and businesses will see the cap on grants for installing electric vehicle chargepoints raised to £500, significantly easing the installation cost for many.

South Korea's Financial Services Commission announced the removal of the cap on rewards for reporting stock market manipulation, enabling potential rewards of up to 30% of recovered illegal gains or penalties for whistleblowers.

The energy price cap in the UK will decrease in April 2026, yet concerns persist regarding the ongoing impacts of the war in Ukraine on energy prices and costs.

An impulse during a picnic led to the invention of the pull-tab can, revolutionizing beverage consumption globally.

The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, will announce the new energy price cap this week, which will take effect on April 1, 2026, potentially affecting household energy costs.

New caps on sustainable farming payments in the UK may lead to financial losses for some farmers, countering the government's environmental incentives.

The UK energy price cap is expected to drop significantly, impacting household energy bills positively from April 1.

The President of Brazil's Supreme Court has invited key political figures to discuss the suspension of additional payments to public servants that exceed legal salary limits.

The article reflects on the author's personal journey to embrace wearing hats, particularly caps, and how it has become an unexpected yet comforting choice over time.

David Lammy has announced the lifting of the cap on crown court sitting days in England and Wales in an effort to address the backlog of criminal cases.

The article explores how the habitual wearing of a cap can reflect deeper psychological needs and personal identity.

Red knit caps have become a symbol of protest against the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis, reflecting a tradition of resistance.

Senator Elizabeth Warren criticizes President Trump for failing to cap credit card interest rates, which could save American families significant money.

Iberia has ceased to apply a €99 price cap on flights between Madrid and Barcelona, reverting to normal pricing after resolving previous issues with high-speed train service.

Former Liberal MP Keith Wolahan suggests capping negative gearing to benefit first home buyers and increase housing supply.

The article discusses the issue of exorbitant salaries and illegal perks received by some federal employees in Brazil, highlighting a broader problem of mismanagement of public money.

Switzerland will vote on a national referendum in June regarding a cap on its population to stay below 10 million, prompted by concerns over mass migration.

Households in the UK are expecting a reduction in energy bills with an upcoming announcement from Ofgem about a price cap cut.

Ofgem has issued new advice to UK households on how to save on energy bills with simple actions as the energy price cap is set to decrease.

A video of a violent incident involving Muslim elders in Rudayan, Badayun, has gone viral after a dispute over a scooter escalated to physical assault.

The Republican 'Exile Act' aims to permanently eliminate H-1B work visas by reducing the annual cap to zero starting fiscal year 2027.

Karol Nawrocki appeared in a Nowrocky shirt and cap during an event in Italy, raising questions about the brand's legal status.

The proposal to set a cap of 70,000 pesos on 'golden pensions' has sparked a significant debate in Mexico regarding public sector retirement rights.

A viral video showing Muslim boys placing an Islamic cap on a cow led to significant controversy and an FIR against the boys in India.

Samsung Electronics faces challenges in wage negotiations this year as unions fail to reach an agreement on performance pay levels.

The Mexican Senate is set to discuss capping 'golden pensions' for former employees of state-owned enterprises, potentially reducing them to 70,000 pesos per month.

Donald Trump's newly established 'peace council' held its first meeting, focusing on international conflict resolution and the situation in Gaza.

Tenants in Copenhagen are struggling to pay rent due to significant increases, prompting calls for a rent cap from the Lejernes Landsorganisation.

The Swedish government has raised the mortgage cap from 85% to 90%, which lowers the required down payment for homebuyers but may also lead to increased housing prices.