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Palestinians seek refuge ahead of Rafah offensive

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Palestinians seek refuge ahead of Rafah offensive

Israeli forces are closing in on Rafah, a city in southern Gaza, where thousands of Hamas fighters are holed up. More than a million people are sheltering in the city, prompting warnings of a humanitarian catastrophe. Israel seized the main border crossing between Gaza and Egypt, cutting off aid. Residents have been ordered to leave as an assault is anticipated. Tens of thousands have fled the city, turning neighborhoods into ghost towns.

Students in Cyprus face cyberbullying and school bullying, study finds

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Students in Cyprus face cyberbullying and school bullying, study finds

The World Health Organisation’s HBSC study in Cyprus by the Ministry of Education focused on cyberbullying and traditional bullying among Cypriot students. The survey included responses from 4,818 students aged 11, 13, and 15. The study found that boys in Cyprus reported higher rates of bullying at school than girls, while no significant gender differences were found in rates of being bullied. Additionally, 15-year-olds and children from low socio-economic backgrounds in Cyprus were more prone to cyberbullying, with no significant gender differences in rates of being cyberbullied. Boys in Cyprus also reported higher rates of involvement in physical fights compared to girls.

Greece extends naval advisory to deter Russian oil ship-to-ship transfers

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Greece extends naval advisory to deter Russian oil ship-to-ship transfers

The Greek navy has extended an advisory to ban ship traffic off the coast of the southeastern Peloponnese to prevent ship-to-ship transfers of Russian oil. International sanctions have made trading Russian oil difficult, leading to vessels avoiding cargo and vessel checks by Greek authorities in offshore transfer points. The advisory is aimed at deterring such activities and may be extended further to push away ship-to-ship transfers close to Greek waters.

Pro-Palestinian protesters build barricades at Amsterdam university

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Pro-Palestinian protesters build barricades at Amsterdam university

Pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Amsterdam built barricades using desks and railings to block the entrance until the institution severs all ties with Israel. Riot police knocked down barricades at another UvA site and detained 169 people. The protesters are part of a wave of sit-ins and actions at universities in Europe against Israel’s war in Gaza. The university has exchange programs with three universities in Israel halted due to security concerns and cooperates with Israeli scientists or companies in eight European research projects. Ireland’s Trinity College Dublin announced it would divest from Israeli companies linked to settlements in occupied Palestinian territory following student protests.

30kg of smuggled lamb meat seized at crossing point

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30kg of smuggled lamb meat seized at crossing point

Fact: 30 kilograms of smuggled lamb meat was seized at the Ayios Dhometios crossing point by Turkish Cypriot police.

‘, No reason why Cyprus can’t have a big-time F1 driver’

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‘, No reason why Cyprus can’t have a big-time F1 driver’

– Sean Kelly, a Formula 1 statistician, discussed the challenges and potential pathways for aspiring talents from countries like Cyprus and Greece.
– One of the biggest barriers to entering Formula 1 is financial, with drivers needing substantial financial backing to reach the highest levels of the sport.
– Kelly emphasized the importance of financial support in a driver’s journey to Formula 1, stating that 80% of the job as a racing driver is putting money together.
– Access to motorsport infrastructure is also crucial for aspiring drivers, with moving to another country with developed facilities often necessary.
– Kelly highlighted the potential for success for drivers from under-represented nations, citing examples of smaller countries producing celebrated drivers like the Netherlands.
– The proposed Mediterranean Grand Prix could potentially elevate the sport’s profile in regions like Greece and Cyprus, opening new doors for local talents.
– With the right mix of talent, financial support, and investment in infrastructure, overcoming the challenges of reaching Formula 1 is possible for drivers from less represented countries.

Olympic flame arrives in Marseille amid tight security

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Olympic flame arrives in Marseille amid tight security

The Olympic flame reached Marseille, just outside the Old Port, 79 days before the Paris 2024 Games Opening Ceremony.

Inheritance Tax Will Lead To Economic Chaos In India: Economist Gautam Sen

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Inheritance Tax Will Lead To Economic Chaos In India: Economist Gautam Sen

– Economist Gautam Sen believes that the notion of an inheritance tax is unrealistic and labeled Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s suggestion of a “wealth survey” as impractical.
– Sen expressed concerns that conducting surveys of all households and businesses for wealth redistribution would result in economic turmoil.
– Around 2.4 per cent of people pay taxes in India, of which not more than 1.2 million have personal assets.
– Sen mentioned that the very rich individuals in India may migrate to Dubai to avoid taxes if wealth redistribution measures are implemented.
– Sweden removed its inheritance tax and saw an increase in wealth, economic growth, and tax collection.
– Sen believes that the current combination of wealth creation and redistribution in India is working well.
– Congress leader Sam Pitroda had advocated for exploring inheritance laws in India, drawing parallels with the United States where there is no inheritance tax, but rather estate duty and gift tax paid by a small percentage of deceased individuals.

Thorne questions benefit, impact of corporate tax reform bill – Barbados Today

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Thorne questions benefit, impact of corporate tax reform bill - Barbados Today

Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne criticized the Mia Mottley administration for lack of clarity and transparency in the government’s corporate tax reforms through the Corporation Top-Up Tax Bill. He accused the administration of mismanaging taxpayers’ money and called for more precise information on whether the legislation would lead to a rise or fall in taxation. Thorne also urged the government to provide specific details about the tax legislation and its broader purpose, shifting the focus away from blaming external factors for economic challenges.