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Exclusive | Idiot Tiktokkers are getting stranded on hikes — and costing taxpayers up to k

They’re showing less-than-great judgment in the great outdoors. TikTok is turning treacherous alpine trails into bucket list destinations—and overwhelmed rescuers in New York and beyond are sick of rescuing these cocky, inexperienced adventurers. Seduced by stunning summit videos that downplay the dangers of extreme hiking, these wannabe Daniel Boones turn into babes in the woods, stranding themselves on steep mountain trails or getting lost on unmarked trails in search of the perfect selfie. The unpreparedness…

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IRS Targets 120-Day Tax Disclosure Process: Forbes

The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is preparing to overhaul its voluntary disclosure program, with plans to reduce penalties and accelerate the resolution of tax violations, including those involving cryptocurrencies, according to a Friday report by Forbes.IRS Criminal Investigation Chief Jarod Koopman said the agency aims to introduce the revised…

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California state park’s cash cow struggles as tourist numbers plummet

Are the walls closing in on a historic California Castle? Central California’s Hearst Castle in San Simeon, once a major cash cow in the state’s park system, has seen plummeting visitor numbers in recent years. Tourists are skipping the $35 ticket to the lavish estate and driving through the popular coastal…