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Man named Vote will cast ballot for change in South Africa

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Man named Vote will cast ballot for change in South Africa

Mariana Ubisi named her son Vote after he was born on the day of South Africa’s first democratic election in 1994 that brought Nelson Mandela to power. Despite not having the right to vote themselves, Mariana and her husband Ernesto, who were Mozambican refugees, were hopeful for the end of white minority rule. Today, their son Vote works part-time as a waiter and dreams of becoming a field guide, emphasizing the importance of voting for change in the community.

West Ham, ’s Leverkusen challenge boosted by Bowen’s return

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West Ham, ’s Leverkusen challenge boosted by Bowen’s return

West Ham United’s Jarrod Bowen, the top scorer for the Premier League side this season, missed the Europa League quarter-final first leg defeat by Bayer Leverkusen due to a knee injury. However, he has returned to training and is available for selection in the upcoming match.

Greek economy surges after decade of pain

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Greek economy surges after decade of pain

Fact: The Greek economy is forecast to grow nearly 3 per cent this year, approaching its pre-crisis size of 2009 and far outpacing the eurozone average of 0.8 per cent.

Nicosia praises Euro-Turkish relations linked to Cyprob

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Nicosia praises Euro-Turkish relations linked to Cyprob

– The European Council reaffirmed its commitment to a comprehensive settlement of the Cyprus problem within the framework of the United Nations and relevant UN Security Council resolutions.
– The government of Cyprus achieved its goal of linking Euro-Turkish relations with the Cyprus problem.
– The EU is ready to play an active role in supporting the UN-led process for the Cyprus settlement talks.
– The European Council sent a powerful message to Turkey, urging constructive engagement in the Cyprus talks for progress in Euro-Turkish relations.
– The strategic discussion of Euro-Turkish relations was referred to the Committee of Permanent Representatives (COREPER) following proposals made by Nicosia during the Council.
– President Nikos Christodoulides and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will visit Lebanon on May 2 to discuss a package of additional economic support, the details of which are still under discussion.

Immigration and economy: biggest concerns for Cypriots

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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.

Mid-South Conference: Updates on ag tax and the Corporate Transparency Act | Stuttgart Daily Leader

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Mid-South Conference: Updates on ag tax and the Corporate Transparency Act | Stuttgart Daily Leader

Kristine Tidgren, director of the Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation at Iowa State University, will discuss the Corporate Transparency Act at the 11th Annual Mid-South Ag and Environmental Law Conference.

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

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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.

Capital gains are going to be taxed more, and these economists say it’s a good thing

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Capital gains are going to be taxed more, and these economists say it's a good thing

Canada’s wealthiest individuals and corporations will soon pay taxes on a larger share of capital gains, with the federal budget proposing to tax two-thirds rather than one-half of capital gains. The increase in the inclusion rate will apply to capital gains above 0,000 for individuals and all capital gains realized by corporations. The changes are expected to generate over billion in tax revenues over five years and will help fund new spending on housing and national defense. Business groups are opposed to the changes, arguing that they will hurt economic growth and productivity, but economists believe that the changes will make the tax system more efficient and level the playing field for businesses. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau defended the tax change as a matter of fairness, with the additional revenues helping to fund new government spending and keep the deficit at bay.

Why raising capital gains taxes makes sense—yes, really – The Hub

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Why raising capital gains taxes makes sense—yes, really - The Hub

The federal government’s latest budget included significant new spending, with an increase of over billion over five years compared to previous plans. The budget also included a change in capital gains taxes, with two-thirds of gains over 0,000 now counting towards taxes. This change is expected to raise billion over five years and improve the efficiency and equity of Canada’s tax system. The increase in the inclusion rate for capital gains is seen as a move that aligns the tax system with other types of payments and makes it more efficient and equitable.

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

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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.