Murphy wants corporate tax to help NJ Transit, but business leaders say raise sales tax
NJ Transit’s board approved a fare increase of 15% on July 1 and 3% every year after that.
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President reiterates support for businesses , — wants to “turn challenges into opportunities”
Fact: President Nikos Christodoulides addressed the Cyprus Employers and Industrialists Federation (Oev) during their annual general meeting and reiterated the government’s support for the local business community. He emphasized that businesses are the driving force behind economic development and highlighted the importance of cooperation between the public and private sectors to facilitate a better environment for businesses, promote innovation, and achieve sustainable economic growth.
Probe launched into death of Bangladeshi worker
Ombudswoman Maria Stylianou Lottides has started an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 24-year-old Anisur Rahman.
Auditor general accused of shoddy work
The Internal Audit Service accused the auditor-general of serious negligence and conduct unbecoming in connection to a report he released, stating that he violated auditing principles and standards by not meeting with auditees before publishing findings. The agency also claimed that the Commissioner of Internal Audit took immediate action in response to allegations of conflict of interest and communicated this to the auditor-general, who still went ahead and published his report without considering this information.
Greek police arrest members of criminal group linked with sports violence
Greek police have arrested 63 people on charges of being members of a criminal organization with links to sports violence.
Widespread impunity in the north , – US human rights report
The 2023 US country report on human rights in Cyprus raised serious concerns over life-threatening conditions in prison in the north.
As plastic treaty talks open, countries more divided than ever
Countries are facing tense negotiations in Canada over a global plastics treaty that could be a significant pact to address climate emissions. Plastics production contributes to climate emissions and could increase unless limited. Delegates are divided over including production limits and banning certain chemicals in the treaty. The U.S. wants the treaty to be ambitious, while some countries argue for global measures and targets.
Long-awaited aid to Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan poised to pass US Congress
The U.S. Senate is set to approve billions of dollars in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan this week, following the House of Representatives’ approval of the assistance in a rare Saturday session. The package includes billion for Ukraine, billion for Israel, .12 billion to counter communist China in the Indo-Pacific, and potential measures such as a ban on TikTok. The aid is expected to pass the Senate and be signed into law by President Joe Biden, allowing for the quick delivery of military assistance to Ukraine.
Anthoupoli would-be murderers were riding scooter, eyewitness says
Police investigators are currently discussing the attempted murder of a 34-year-old man at the Nicosia CID headquarters. An eyewitness provided testimony and first aid to the victim. The perpetrators were riding a scooter, wearing helmets, and shot the victim multiple times.
Alkinoos Ioannidis speaks out on cancelled Columbia concert after pro-Palestine protests
Columbia University is currently experiencing a major crisis with pro-Palestine protests disrupting campus activities. The scheduled concert of musician Alkinoos Ioannidis had to be canceled due to the ongoing demonstrations and police intervention.