Russia imposes new tourist tax

Moscow, Jan. 1 (UNI) A new tourist tax has come into effect across Russia on Wednesday, replacing the previous resort fee, RIA Novosti news agency reported on Wednesday. From Jan. 1, 2025, travelers staying in hotels and other accommodations will contribute an additional 1 percent of their lodging costs, marking the start of a phased…

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Man killed in shooting in U.S. Seattle

San Francisco, Jan 1 (UNI) A 29-year-old man was shot and killed across the street from the Harvard Market in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood early Tuesday. Police responded to sounds of gunfire shortly before 3 a.m. where they found the man with multiple gunshot wounds in his torso, police said. Police are searching for the…

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Bengal wins Santosh Trophy after seven years

Hyderabad, Jan 1 (UNI) A goal booted in from almost a kissing distance by Robi Hansda deep into the add-on time made all the difference as West Bengal players hugged and kissed the coveted Santosh Trophy they retained after seven years defeating Kerala 1-0 in the final at the Gachibowli Stadium here on Tuesday night….

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