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Who is Stormy Daniels, the porn star at the center of Trump’s criminal conviction?

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Who is Stormy Daniels, the porn star at the center of Trump’s criminal conviction?

Stormy Daniels testified that Donald Trump told her in 2006 that having sex with him was the only way she would get out of the “trailer park.” She later testified against Trump in a criminal case where he was found guilty of covering up a payment to her for her silence about their alleged sexual encounter. Daniels detailed the encounter, stating she did not remember how she got into bed with Trump but did not enjoy the sex. Despite the publicity and benefits she gained from the story, Daniels’ testimony was ultimately seen as tangential to the case.

Treasury highlights stable expense management

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Treasury highlights stable expense management

The implementation rate of development expenses from the state budget stood at 13 per cent at the end of April, slightly higher than the ten-year average of 12 per cent for the same period.

Foreign universities law , ‘a game changer’

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Foreign universities law , ‘a game changer’

The Cabinet has approved a law amendment that will allow foreign universities to establish fully operational institutions in Cyprus, awarding degrees from their countries of origin.

Silver support at $31, uncertainty ahead of US inflation

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Silver support at $31, uncertainty ahead of US inflation

Silver found temporary support near .20 after correcting from a weekly high of .30. The Dollar declined further after the U.S. Department of Labor reported higher jobless benefits claims for the week ending May 24. The slower US growth rate in the first quarter also weighed on the Dollar. The DXY Dollar Index corrected further to 104.76. A downside move in the US Dollar is favorable for dollar-denominated assets such as silver. The uncertainty over the near-term outlook of silver remains ahead of the U.S. core Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index data for April. The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge will influence speculation for Fed rate cuts in September. Financial markets expect the Fed to start reducing interest rates from the last quarter of the year.

Why capital gains changes have some business owners looking at IPPs

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Why capital gains changes have some business owners looking at IPPs

Proposed changes to the capital gains inclusion rate in Canada are likely to make individual pension plans (IPPs) more attractive to certain business owners as retirement saving vehicles.

Government approves subsidised holidays for pensioners and employees

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Government approves subsidised holidays for pensioners and employees

The Council of Ministers approved two subsidised holiday schemes to boost domestic tourism and support low-income residents. The Low-Income Pensioners’ Holiday Subsidy Scheme offers free four-day stays in mountain resorts and Pyrgos Tillyrias for eligible individuals. The Employed Persons’ Leave Subsidy Scheme provides fully subsidised six-day stays for employed persons who received leave benefits in 2023. Labor Minister Yiannis Panagiotou stated that the aim of the schemes is to provide quality services to low-income residents and employees, while supporting mountain resorts and off-season tourism. Application procedures will be announced by the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance.

Artists in Cyprus demand professional recognition and better working conditions

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Artists in Cyprus demand professional recognition and better working conditions

Artists and arts professionals in Cyprus are demanding the government establish a ‘Status of the Artist’ to improve working conditions, including access to social security, medical care, and retirement benefits. The lack of a defined status has led to financial insecurity and a lack of healthcare for many in the arts sector. The Cypriot government plans to set a professional status for artists as a priority for 2024, following EU developments calling for improved living and working conditions for cultural and creative professionals.

How UK tax changes post-election could impact business compliance – The CFO

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How UK tax changes post-election could impact business compliance - The CFO

Fact: The Conservative party aims to maintain the current Corporation Tax rate at 25% and has no plans for increases this year irrespective of the election outcome.

Buses for special needs passengers delivered

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Buses for special needs passengers delivered

Fact: Eight small buses equipped with passenger seats and wheelchair spaces were delivered to special schools and welfare services in Cyprus.

Keeping up with Crypto: 3 major currencies to watch out for in 2024

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Keeping up with Crypto: 3 major currencies to watch out for in 2024

Bitcoin (BTC) is considered the pioneer of all digital currencies, with its use beginning in 2009.