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Ministry implements program for biological control of rodents

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Ministry implements program for biological control of rodents

The Ministry of Agriculture is implementing a program for biological control of rodents using natural enemies like hummingbirds. The program has led to a significant decrease in the production and use of rodenticide, with savings of around €130,000 for the state. The initiative aims to raise awareness among farmers about the importance of biological control and reducing the use of chemical preparations. The program has shown promising results and is being considered for extension to other professional groups in the rural sector.

Biden plans for higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy and corporations to extend middle-class tax breaks

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Biden plans for higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy and corporations to extend middle-class tax breaks

Director of the National Economic Council Lael Brainard spoke at the White House about the upcoming debate over trillions in expiring tax breaks enacted by former President Donald Trump. Several provisions from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 will expire after 2025 without changes from Congress, including lower federal income tax brackets, a higher standard deduction, and doubled estate and gift tax exemption. The Republicans’ tax package also permanently reduced corporate taxes. Brainard emphasized the need to end tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy and scale back costly corporate tax breaks. The debate over extending the tax breaks comes amid concerns about the national debt. Biden’s administration aims to extend provisions for middle-class Americans funded by raising taxes on the ultra-wealthy and corporations. House Republicans are studying solutions to address the upcoming tax cliff in 2025.

Our View: President, ’s police appointment law did not even merit discussion

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Our View: President, ’s police appointment law did not even merit discussion

The House plenum unanimously rejected a law that would give the chief of police the power to appoint specialist members of the force without following normal hiring procedures.

National guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou was strangled, judge rules (Update 4)

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National guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou was strangled, judge rules (Update 4)

Fact: The death of national guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou in 2005 was ruled as a result of strangulation and not suicide by a judge.

Israeli tanks encircle eastern half of Rafah

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Israeli tanks encircle eastern half of Rafah

Israeli tanks captured the main road dividing the eastern and western halves of Rafah, encircling the entire eastern side of the city in the southern Gaza Strip. Residents reported intense fighting between Israeli forces and militants from Hamas and Islamic Jihad. Israel ordered civilians out of the eastern half of Rafah, forcing tens of thousands to seek shelter outside the city. Israel believes there are thousands of Hamas fighters in Rafah and cannot win the war without assaulting the city. The Israeli military located tunnel shafts in eastern Rafah and fought at close quarters with Hamas fighters. Ceasefire talks broke up with no agreement to halt the fighting. Over 34,000 Gazans have been killed in the seven months of war.

‘Police conducting hotel checks by the book’

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‘Police conducting hotel checks by the book’

Police have been conducting checks at hotels in accordance with procedures following complaints from the hoteliers’ association (Pasyxe) about raids causing panic. Several complaints had been filed against a hotel group in the Paphos area. Arrests related to combating illegal employment in Cyprus had doubled within a year in the Paphos area. Labor Minister Yiannis Panyiotou emphasized the need to tackle illegal and undeclared work effectively. The general director of Pasyxe suggested that police could have conducted operations with more discretion, particularly in the incident in Paphos where around 30 police officers caused panic by entering a hotel.

Another leading member quits Green Party

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Another leading member quits Green Party

Efi Xanthou announced she has left the Green Party after a 23-year association due to actions she perceived as undemocratic, including a controversial decision made at a Nicosia district party branch meeting.

Real Madrid stun Bayern with late fightback to reach Champions League final

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Real Madrid stun Bayern with late fightback to reach Champions League final

Real Madrid staged a comeback to beat Bayern Munich 2-1 in the Champions League semi-final, with Joselu scoring two late goals to secure their spot in the final against Borussia Dortmund.

U.S. Corporate Taxes Likely to Rise to Tame Deficit, Buffett Says

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U.S. Corporate Taxes Likely to Rise to Tame Deficit, Buffett Says

Warren Buffett predicts that U.S. taxes are likely to rise as lawmakers aim to reduce the federal deficit.