Immigration and economy: biggest concerns for Cypriots

Immigration and economy: biggest concerns for Cypriots

– Immigration and the economy are the biggest worries for around 40 per cent of Cypriots going into the EU elections.
– Climate action, gender equality and diversity, and digitisation of the economy are bottom of the list of concerns for Cypriots.
– 55 per cent of Cypriots were interested in the EU elections.
– Migration topped the list of concerns for immediate discussion for 41 per cent of Cypriots.
– Cypriots were more worried about the economy and jobs compared with their European counterparts.
– Only 5 per cent of Cypriots are concerned about the digitisation of the economy.
– Cypriots were more concerned, after economy and migration, with fighting poverty and social inclusion, and public health.
– 51 per cent of Cypriots said they were optimistic about the future of the EU.
– The majority of Cypriots expect their standard of living to drop in the coming five years.
– The majority of Cypriots cited ‘peace and security’ as the number one issue the EU should defend in the future.

UK house prices fall by least in eight months

UK house prices fall by least in eight months

British house prices fell by 0.2 per cent on an annual basis in February, the smallest decrease in eight months, according to the Office for National Statistics.

Opinion: N.J. corporations are paying well beyond their ‘fair share’ – New Jersey Globe

Opinion: N.J. corporations are paying well beyond their ‘fair share’ - New Jersey Globe

The text is an opinion piece criticizing progressive groups for targeting corporations without providing factual context. The fact mentioned in the text is that New Jersey businesses paid .1 billion in state and local taxes in FY22, which is the highest corporate tax rate and property taxes in the nation.

Corporate Tax Software Market is Likely to Experience a Tremendous Growth in Near Future

Corporate Tax Software Market is Likely to Experience a Tremendous Growth in Near Future

The text discusses the Global Corporate Tax Software Market analysis, key vendors, and competitive scenario using tools like Porter’s five forces and SWOT analysis. The report provides information on market structure, size, growth potential, changing dynamics, trends, drivers, challenges, opportunities, and restraints in the market. It also includes market share analysis and profiles of key players in the industry.

Amid spat, Elam proposes to gain support to halve asylum application time

Amid spat, Elam proposes to gain support to halve asylum application time

Far-right Elam has proposed to halve the time refugees have to file asylum applications or appeals in court, with government-supporting parties showing support for the idea.

US is reimposing oil sanctions on Venezuela, officials say

US is reimposing oil sanctions on Venezuela, officials say

The U.S. will not renew a license that eased Venezuela oil sanctions, imposing punitive measures due to President Nicolas Maduro’s failure to meet election commitments.

Barca destroyed themselves in defeat to PSG, says Gundogan

Barca destroyed themselves in defeat to PSG, says Gundogan

Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan said his side had no-one to blame but themselves after squandering a two-goal advantage and losing 4-1 to Paris St Germain in the Champions League.

Two Fork Food Markets whet the appetite

Two Fork Food Markets whet the appetite

– The popular outdoor Fork Food Markets are back, celebrating their 10th anniversary this year.
– The Nicosia Municipal Gardens will host two events in April and May.
– Cyprus now has serious proposals when it comes to street food.
– The goal of Fork Food Market is to offer an alternative night out and make good food accessible to everyone.
– The next Fork Food event will be on April 26 and May 10 at the Nicosia Municipal Gardens.

Seven burglary suspects remanded after dawn raid

Seven burglary suspects remanded after dawn raid

Seven burglary suspects were remanded for eight days by the Famagusta District Court after a dawn raid. The suspects, aged 23-31, are being investigated for involvement in nine burglaries in Ayia Napa between January and April 2024. Stolen items worth around €5,000 were recovered in the raid.

Worrying figures over student drug abuse

Worrying figures over student drug abuse

Over the past three years, 420 secondary school students were referred for drug treatment programs.