Microplastics fight | Keep up pressure | Step up. Mercury News reader letters to the editor for July 10, 2025.

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You may have heard of gift tax before, but may not know the full details of what it entails.

Despite knowing these risks, FIFA has not published a Child Safeguarding policy for the 2026 World Cup: what will probably be the largest and most lucrative sporting event ever.

A PTA document for parents hints at the possibility of not giving gifts to children of nonmember households at graduation ceremonies and other events, as seen in this photo taken in the city of ...

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A similar situation has been found with with closing craft retail chain Joann, which will also no longer accept gift cards at any locations while liquidation is under way.

Melania Trump on Monday arrived at the White House with husband Donald Trump as outgoing President Joe Biden welcomed them along with his spouse Jill Biden.

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