Trump proposes a policy that could make tipping more annoying for everyone

Politics Trump proposes a policy that could make tipping more annoying for everyone Katherine Tangalakis-Lippert 2024-06-12T09:42:01Z Share icon An curved arrow pointing right. Share Facebook Icon The letter F. Facebook Email icon An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. Email Twitter icon A stylized bird with an open mouth, tweeting. Twitter LinkedIn … Read more

Sunak, ’s GDP disappoints, US CPI and FOMC in focus

Sunak, ’s GDP disappoints, US CPI and FOMC in focus

By Naeem Aslam     European and US futures are trading with extreme caution on Wednesday as traders are reluctant to make any big moves ahead of two important events. Observing the day’s price action reveals a tense atmosphere, because the US CPI report and the Fed’s monetary policy decision, followed by their press conference, are … Read more

Stranded Cyprus migrants pushed back to buffer zone; two missing, UNHCR says

Stranded Cyprus migrants pushed back to buffer zone; two missing, UNHCR says

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in an announcement expresses deep concern for the safety and well-being of approximately 31 asylum seekers, including seven children, who are trapped in the buffer zone (BZ) in Cyprus. It is noted that “Five of them entered the Pournara reception centre to apply for asylum after crossing … Read more

US inflation, Fed decisions to dominate markets

US inflation, Fed decisions to dominate markets

The US Dollar is holding steady early Wednesday, as investors gear up for key macroeconomic events that could significantly impact the currency’s valuation. The Bureau of Labor Statistic will release the Consumer Price Index data for May in early U.S. trading. Later in the day, the Federal Reserve will announce monetary policy decisions and publish … Read more

Can you really boost your brain?

Can you really boost your brain?

What are common nootropics and what effect will they have? By Nenad Naumovski, Amanda Bulman and Andrew McKuneHumans have long been searching for a “magic elixir” to make us smarter, and improve our focus and memory. This includes traditional Chinese medicine used thousands of years ago to improve cognitive function. Now we have nootropics, also … Read more

Opinion: Canada has 99 problems but a high tax regime ain’t one

Opinion: Canada has 99 problems but a high tax regime ain’t one

Open this photo in gallery:A Canada Revenue Agency sign in Ottawa on March 1, 2021.Justin Tang/The Canadian Press Claude Lavoie is a contributing columnist for The Globe and Mail. He was director-general of economic studies and policy analysis at the Department of Finance from 2008 to 2023.A majority of people are tired with the Liberal … Read more

Opinion | Freedom’s Just Another Word for Not Paying Taxes

Opinion | Freedom’s Just Another Word for Not Paying Taxes

After Donald Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts, the Heritage Foundation — a right-wing think tank that has, among other things, produced the Project 2025 agenda, a blueprint for policy if Trump wins — flew an upside-down American flag, which has become an emblem for support of MAGA in general and election denial in … Read more

Food and film nights by Lidl Cyprus

Food and film nights by Lidl Cyprus

Lovers of cinema and good food, this event series is for you! Lidl Food Academy in Cyprus is hosting a series of film screenings this month for a few lucky winners to enjoy, paired with chef-prepared meals. For one more summer, Lidl Cyprus’ Movie Nights return for three evenings blending gastronomy and cinema.Before each film … Read more

I ‘escaped’ Texas for Tennessee. I loved the food and tech scene, but got tired of the heat and rising property taxes.

I 'escaped' Texas for Tennessee. I loved the food and tech scene, but got tired of the heat and rising property taxes.

Real Estate I ‘escaped’ Texas for Tennessee. I loved the food and tech scene, but got tired of the heat and rising property taxes. Alcynna Lloyd 2024-06-03T19:57:55Z Share icon An curved arrow pointing right. Share Facebook Icon The letter F. Facebook Email icon An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. Email Twitter … Read more

‘There will be no new wave of illegal migrants’

‘There will be no new wave of illegal migrants’

A new influx of arrivals will not be allowed by the government in response to mounting criticism over the handling of 27 migrants stranded in the buffer zone. The migrants, including women, children, and unaccompanied minors, are from Afghanistan, Iran, Sudan, and Cameroon. The government’s handling of the matter has been criticized for violating international law. The UNHCR has warned that the asylum seekers are living in tents and exposed to extreme weather without access to decent living conditions.