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Slovak PM injured in shooting attack [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

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Slovak PM injured in shooting attack [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot and wounded in the abdomen after a government meeting in Handlova. Police detained a man and Fico was hit by one of the four shots fired. Emergency services sent a helicopter for the 59-year-old prime minister. President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen condemned the attack. Fico was meeting with the Slovak government as part of a country tour. Slovakia’s biggest opposition party canceled a planned protest following the shooting.

Council of Europe rapporteur visits Varosha

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Council of Europe rapporteur visits Varosha

– Piero Fassino visited Varosha on Wednesday
– Fassino hopes Varosha will become a “living town” again with the agreement of the two parties concerned
– Fassino’s findings from the visit will be compiled into a report for the PACE’s next assembly in June
– All Council of Europe member states are expected to take the vote on the report into consideration
– Turkish Cypriot observers thanked Fassino for listening to both sides before preparing his report

Slovak PM Fico in life-threatening condition after assassination attempt

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Slovak PM Fico in life-threatening condition after assassination attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot and wounded in an attempted assassination during a government meeting in Handlova. He was rushed to the hospital and then transported by helicopter for urgent treatment. The attack was condemned by European leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. The shooting led to the cancellation of a planned protest against government public broadcaster reforms.

MPs deride Attorney-General over Katsounotos case

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MPs deride Attorney-General over Katsounotos case

Fact: Attorney-general George Savvides decided not to prosecute former police drug squad chief Michalis Katsounotos for refusing to answer questions put to him by the Anti-Corruption Authority.

New Colorado Laws Change Corporate Tax Rules, Raise Tax Credits

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New Colorado Laws Change Corporate Tax Rules, Raise Tax Credits

Colorado will implement a new system for corporate tax reporting in 2026, which includes all affiliates in a combined group’s return and aligns the process with other states. Governor Jared Polis signed a bill that also increases the state earned income tax credit to 50% and establishes a refundable child and dependent care tax credit, contingent on meeting revenue targets. Governor Polis approved several tax-related bills, emphasizing their historic significance in saving money for Colorado residents.

Three to stand trial in Larnaca couple extortion case

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Three to stand trial in Larnaca couple extortion case

Three individuals aged 32, 46, and 50 are facing charges of conspiracy to commit a felony, extortion, and demanding money under threat in the Larnaca District Court. Prosecutors claim they threatened and intimidated a couple, demanding €300,000 due to past financial dealings. The case has been adjourned until December 4, 2024. The 46-year-old and 32-year-old defendants were granted bail with conditions, while the 50-year-old defendant remains in custody for not meeting the bail requirements.

Relocating as a digital nomad in 2024: top-5 countries of choice by Immigrant Invest

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Relocating as a digital nomad in 2024: top-5 countries of choice by Immigrant Invest

Fact: Remote work has gained popularity in recent years, leading to the creation of Digital Nomad Visas in various countries.

Christodoulides insists on restart to talks after Holguin, ’s departure

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Christodoulides insists on restart to talks after Holguin, ’s departure

President Nikos Christodoulides stated that the government’s main goal is to restart negotiations for a solution to the Cyprus problem, but there has been no response from the Turkish Cypriot side so far.

Trump, ’s lawyers assail estranged fixer Michael Cohen’s credibility at hush money trial

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Trump, ’s lawyers assail estranged fixer Michael Cohen’s credibility at hush money trial

Fact: Michael Cohen, Donald Trump’s former fixer, testified that Trump ordered him to pay adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016 to stay quiet about an alleged 2006 sexual encounter, and then approved a plan to reimburse Cohen through bogus invoices.