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Nicosia nursery school targeted in apparent vandalism

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Nicosia nursery school targeted in apparent vandalism

Firefighters in Nicosia extinguished a fire at a nursery school on Friday night, suspected to be arson. The fire started at 10:00 p.m. at the school’s wooden door, believed to have been ignited by sheets of paper. The Fire Service stopped the flames from spreading inside the building. Police are considering the incident as vandalism, potentially carried out by young individuals. An investigation will continue today, with authorities collaborating to find those responsible.

Pelosi joins call for Biden to stop transfer of US weapons to Israel

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Pelosi joins call for Biden to stop transfer of US weapons to Israel

Nancy Pelosi and other congressional Democrats signed a letter urging President Biden to stop weapons transfers to Israel amid criticism of Israel’s military assault on Gaza, which has led to thousands of deaths and widespread hunger. Pelosi’s support highlights a growing mainstream view in the Democratic Party. The letter also called for an investigation into an Israeli airstrike that killed aid workers. The United Nations has warned of a looming famine in Gaza.

Breakaway Moldovan region says drone hit military facility

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Breakaway Moldovan region says drone hit military facility

A kamikaze drone hit a military facility in Moldova’s breakaway Transdniestria region, causing minor damage to a radar station. No casualties were reported, and an investigation is underway. This incident is the second of its kind in less than a month, with the previous one destroying a helicopter. Transdniestria, not internationally recognized, is closely allied with Russia and hosts Russian troops. Tensions have risen in the region due to customs taxes imposed by Moldova. Moldova’s pro-European president has denounced the Russian invasion of Ukraine, further straining relations with Moscow.

Ridgewood Contractor Who Ducked Taxes On $3.27 Million Charged In 18-Count Indictment: Feds

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Ridgewood Contractor Who Ducked Taxes On $3.27 Million Charged In 18-Count Indictment: Feds

John Constantino, 67, of Ridgewood, evaded 2,735 in corporate and personal income taxes by concealing his income and assets from 2017 to 2022.

How investment firms shield the ultrawealthy from the IRS – ICIJ

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How investment firms shield the ultrawealthy from the IRS - ICIJ

The fact described in the text is that the IRS has received a major infusion of funding, including billion in 2022, to address the issue of large partnerships used by the ultrawealthy to hide income and avoid paying taxes.

Police to seize €807,000 from St Habakkuk monastery in money laundering probe

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Police to seize €807,000 from St Habakkuk monastery in money laundering probe

Police are set to seize €807,000 found in a safe at the Saint Habakkuk monastery as part of a money laundering probe. The Police’s Financial Intelligence Unit will request a court order to freeze the funds to prevent them from being moved or concealed. Separate investigations into the monastery’s finances are also underway, looking into various aspects including fundraising practices and potential financial irregularities. Significant developments are expected next week, with completed cases involving assault and sexual harassment being prepared for submission to the Attorney General’s Office.

Retired cop challenges disciplinary action for abuse allegations

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Retired cop challenges disciplinary action for abuse allegations

A former senior police officer is trying to stop disciplinary proceedings against him, which began in 2021 after 11 officers filed complaints about his behavior. Despite the ongoing hearing, the officer’s retirement prompted a request to discontinue the proceedings, citing legislation that prohibits civilian prosecution for police disciplinary offenses. The Disciplinary Committee plans to continue the process but is waiting for the prosecuting authority’s official position on the legal challenge.

Israeli inquiry finds Oct 7 hostage likely killed by friendly fire

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Israeli inquiry finds Oct 7 hostage likely killed by friendly fire

One of the hostages seized by Hamas gunmen during an attack on Israeli communities around Gaza was likely killed by an Israeli helicopter gunship that was responding to the attack. The military conducted an investigation into the kidnapping of Efrat Katz and found that the helicopter fired at a vehicle carrying gunmen and hostages, resulting in the death of most of the terrorists and possibly Efrat Katz. The investigation concluded that the hostages could not be distinguished by existing surveillance systems, and the air force commander did not find fault in the operation.

Migrant boat arrives in Protaras, fourteenth in eight days

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Migrant boat arrives in Protaras, fourteenth in eight days

A vessel carrying 22 migrants, including 15 men, three women, and four unaccompanied minors, was intercepted off the coast of Capo Greco. The migrants were taken to a reception center in Kokkinotrimithia. A man suspected of being the boat’s navigator was arrested. This is the fifteenth migrant vessel to arrive in Cyprus, bringing the total number of migrants to 808. Radar signals suggest the presence of three more vessels potentially carrying migrants towards the island’s shores.