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Strovolos lauded for boost to gender equality

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Strovolos lauded for boost to gender equality

Gender equality commissioner Josie Christooulou praised the Strovolos municipality for the progress it has made to boost gender equality. The municipality completed four out of five actions set out in an annual action plan for gender equality, including providing facilities such as a breastfeeding and pumping room for new mothers. Strovolos mayor Andreas Papacharalambous emphasized that the breastfeeding and pumping room is accessible to new mothers who work for the municipality or are visiting the building for another reason. The ultimate goal is to change attitudes and promote a more inclusive and humane treatment of all individuals. Gender equality is a government priority that affects daily lives.

Five Israeli soldiers killed by friendly fire in Gaza, military says

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Five Israeli soldiers killed by friendly fire in Gaza, military says

Five Israeli soldiers were killed in the northern Gaza Strip after being struck by Israeli tank fire. The incident occurred during a crackdown on Hamas by Israeli ground forces in the area.

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.

Opinion | A muddled mess of a solution to SF’s tax crisis

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Opinion | A muddled mess of a solution to SF’s tax crisis

The political class in San Francisco has reached a consensus on a proposal to reform the city’s tax code. The proposal includes small tax cuts for large corporations, no taxes for small businesses, and aims to reduce reliance on a few big corporations to fund the city. However, the proposal is seen as incremental and not radical enough by some, with concerns about the temporary nature of the cuts, the risk of concentration among top taxpayers, and the retention of anti-business measures like the Overpaid Executive Gross Receipts Tax. Additionally, the proposal will need to be voted on by citizens in November, adding complexity to the process.

Our View: Public servants, ’ sense of entitlement is uncanny

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Our View: Public servants, ’ sense of entitlement is uncanny

The public servants union Pasydy expressed displeasure over regulations that deprive its members and their families of the right to medical care at state hospitals not covered by Gesy.

Our View: Who can we now trust to investigate soldier, ’s murder?

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Our View: Who can we now trust to investigate soldier, ’s murder?

After 19 years of investigations, a judge ruled that the death of national guardsman Thanasis Nicolaou in September 2005 was not the result of suicide.

Nominee for Russian defence minister underlines need to take better care of soldiers

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Nominee for Russian defence minister underlines need to take better care of soldiers

Fact: Andrei Belousov, Russia’s new defense minister, emphasized the need for better access to housing, hospitals, and welfare benefits for soldiers.

‘Back to the dark ages’: forced sterilisation still exists

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‘Back to the dark ages’: forced sterilisation still exists

Forced sterilisation of people with disabilities is legal or not explicitly banned in Cyprus and 11 other EU countries. This practice is considered a violation of human rights and can be a form of cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment. Despite being a criminal offense in Cyprus, mental health laws allow the procedure with guardian consent. Fear, lack of education about sex, and concerns about parenting responsibilities are cited as reasons for forced sterilisation, although less invasive alternatives like the coil are available. The European Disability Forum has campaigned to ban forced sterilisation, but efforts have not been successful in some cases.

At least 153 dead in Afghanistan floods, Taliban say

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At least 153 dead in Afghanistan floods, Taliban say

The official death toll from devastating flash floods in northern Afghanistan has risen to 153 people across three provinces, according to the Taliban’s interior ministry. The World Food Programme reported a higher death toll of over 300, but the ministry maintains their figure of 153. At least 138 people have been injured in the flooding, with many left homeless and essential services severely disrupted.

Options for Navigating the 2025 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Expirations

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Options for Navigating the 2025 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Expirations

The text discusses the upcoming expiration of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2025 and provides insight into various tax reform options. Lawmakers will need to decide on priorities for tax reform, including maintaining the TCJA policies or implementing fundamental reforms. The text outlines two alternative reform options that focus on better cost recovery for business investment, lower individual rates, and a broader tax base. These options aim to grow the economy, provide revenue, and avoid increasing the deficit. Lawmakers are encouraged to prioritize growth and fiscal responsibility in designing tax legislation to prevent a tax hike in 2025.