Tajikistan says migrants fleeing Russia after concert hall attack
Fact: There has been a surge of migrant workers leaving Russia for Tajikistan after a concert hall attack near Moscow left dozens dead.
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Dutch nightclub hostage drama ends peacefully with arrest of suspect (Updated)
A hostage drama at a nightclub in the eastern Netherlands ended peacefully with the arrest of a suspect wearing a balaclava mask.
Clocks go forward tonight
Clocks will spring forward by one hour at 3am on March 31, 2024, when the Daylight Saving Time period begins. The period ends on October 27, 2024, and this change is applied in all EU countries.
Classic cars rally to raise funds for charity
The Classic Car Federation of Cyprus will hold the 48 Hours Cyprus classic car rally in support of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society, sponsored by ExxonMobil/Esso Cyprus. The rally will showcase classic cars from 1958 and non-classic cars can also participate in a separate category. The route will go through the mountainous area of Troodos.
Petrol stations packed as motorists beat price hike
– Petrol stations were packed as motorists rushed to fill up their tanks before the reduced tax measure ends on April 1.
– More price hikes are expected soon due to increasing fuel prices on the international market.
– Prices have already gone up 2 to 3 cents, varying across different companies.
– The subsidy on fuel consumption tax will end on Monday, resulting in an 8.3 cent hike per litre on petrol and diesel and 6.4 cents on heating oil.
Women in Formula One
Fact: In Formula One, historically, only five female racing drivers have entered world championship grands prix, with just two qualifying and actually racing.
Getting to root cause of hair loss
Excessive hair loss and thinning affects a large percentage of men and women. There are various causes of hair loss, including genetics, hormonal changes, medical conditions, medications, stress, and nutritional deficiencies. Lifestyle changes, such as a balanced diet and managing stress levels, can help prevent hair loss. Treatments like head massages, low-level laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma therapy can stimulate hair growth. It is important to investigate the root cause of hair loss to address it properly. Sun exposure and carobs, abundant in Cyprus, contain vitamins and minerals that promote healthy hair growth and scalp health.
Cheers to health?
Fact: Moderate alcohol consumption does not offer the health benefits once believed, as studies have shown that many exaggerate these benefits due to methodological flaws known as selection biases.
Tennessee lawmakers split on how and why to give businesses major tax help under fear of lawsuit
Republicans in the Tennessee House and Senate are planning to offer businesses new tax help worth over billion. The Senate has passed a proposal that includes .56 billion in one-time refunds for potentially 100,000 businesses and 3 million in annual tax breaks. The House has presented a version that limits tax refunds to 0 million, requires public disclosure of businesses receiving refunds, and sets limits on suing. The debate is complicated by Tennessee’s financial situation and concerns that the state’s franchise tax may violate the U.S. Constitution’s Commerce Clause.