Parisinou not kicked out of Disy despite Elam MEP nomination
Niovi Parisinou has not been expelled from Disy despite nominating Elam’s Geadis Geadi for the European Parliament elections.
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K-Battery Companies Worried about OECD’s New Global Minimum Tax Policy
The global minimum tax policy imposes a minimum corporate tax of 15 percent on multinational companies with annual global revenue exceeding 1 trillion won.
Doctors say capital gains tax changes will jeopardize their retirement. Is that true?
The Canadian Medical Association asserts that the Liberals’ proposed changes to capital gains taxation will put doctors’ retirement savings in jeopardy, but financial experts argue that incorporated professionals like doctors can shield their retirement savings from capital gains taxation by setting up a registered pension plan.
SNP set to govern Scotland as minority after Green coalition collapses
The Scottish National Party (SNP) will lead a minority government in Scotland after ending its coalition with the Green Party due to a disagreement over climate change targets. The SNP has been in power since 2011 but has seen a decline in poll ratings. SNP leader Humza Yousaf announced the decision to terminate the coalition agreement with the Greens, stating that pursuing a different arrangement is in the best interests of the people of Scotland. The SNP now operates as a minority government with 63 Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSP).
Cyprus’s lack of aircraft laid bare during Limassol fire
A major wildfire in the Limassol State Forest exposed a critical shortage of aerial firefighting resources in Cyprus. The fire, caused by improperly disarmed fireworks, led to ground crews bearing the brunt of firefighting efforts. The Republic of Cyprus currently has only one primary aerial asset, with reinforcements not expected until June. Minister of Agriculture Maria Panayiotou acknowledged the weakness in aerial capabilities and mentioned plans to purchase proprietary aerial assets instead of renting them. Various tenders are underway to secure more firefighting planes and helicopters, with assistance from other countries also being considered in case of large wildfires.
Britain’s Rwanda asylum legislation formally becomes law
Britain’s King Charles has given his assent to the legislation that will allow Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. The Royal Assent was announced in the House of Lords, making the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill officially become law. Sunak expects the first flights to Rwanda to take off in 10 to 12 weeks.
Why Spain’s Prime Minister Sanchez is taking a break from public duties
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has decided to suspend his public duties until next week to consider whether he wants to continue leading the government after a court launched a preliminary investigation against his wife, Begona Gomez. The court is investigating allegations of influence peddling and business corruption against Gomez, who is accused of using her influence to secure sponsors for a university master’s degree course. Sanchez has defended his wife, claiming she has done nothing illegal and is being attacked to weaken him politically and personally. The outcome of this investigation could lead to Sanchez remaining as prime minister, resigning, or facing a confidence vote. In Spain, corruption cases involving politicians and their associates are not uncommon, with high-profile scandals resulting in convictions.
Israel intensifies strikes on Gaza’s Rafah ahead of threatened invasion
Israel has increased airstrikes on Rafah, killing at least six Palestinians, as part of their ongoing conflict with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Israeli forces are preparing for an all-out assault on Hamas holdouts in Rafah, despite warnings from allies about potential mass casualties. Residents are fleeing the area, seeking safety in nearby locations, but many are uncertain about where to go. The conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties and displacement, with the war now in its seventh month. Israel has vowed to eradicate Hamas, with the conflict showing no signs of abating.
The wildfires started but the aircraft will arrive in July!
A flare and fireworks caused separate fires in forests in Cyprus at the end of April. Despite promises of having ten firefighting aircraft, the country only has one available. The lack of resources has led to a series of disasters and a history of negligence in firefighting efforts. The government’s failure to acquire necessary aircraft has put the country at risk for more devastating fires.
Local elections: , Paphos prepares for fundamental changes (Updated)
Fact: Candidacies are being submitted for local elections in the Paphos district, with the elections set to take place on June 9.