Oregon residents will vote in November on a $1,600 annual universal basic income

Oregon residents will vote in November on a $1,600 annual universal basic income

Economy Oregon residents will vote in November on a $1,600 annual universal basic income Katie Balevic 2024-08-16T15:29:34Z 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 … Read more

How to Successfully Start an AI Business in 2024

How to Successfully Start an AI Business in 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most innovative and disruptive technologies in recent decades. The AI market has expanded rapidly as more organizations recognize the value of leveraging big data to make intelligent business decisions and improve customer experiences.Moreover, the rise of large language models (LLMs) and generative AI platforms, such as Open AI’s … Read more

French Jazz evenings in Cyprus

French Jazz evenings in Cyprus

Cyprus, are you ready for some French jazz? This June, the wonderful French Jazz and Swing Quintet Divarco will make their Cyprus debut with two performances in Limassol and Nicosia that promise to serenade the night away.Based in Greece, the quintet is known for its exquisite renditions of quintessential 30s and 40s swinging jazz favourites. … Read more

Interest in NFTs fading, number of active wallets drops

Interest in NFTs fading, number of active wallets drops

The last two years have been rough for the NFT market, and 2024 doesn’t look much better. With falling sales and investors losing appetite for digital artwork, market projections became less optimistic, showing only a modest 2.6% annual growth by 2028, twenty times less than this year. Moreover, the entire market faces a substantial user … Read more

The politicians who promise things they can’t deliver

The politicians who promise things they can’t deliver

Jordan Bardella is a rising star in the French far-right political scene, with supporters praising his looks, charm, and popularity on social media. Despite criticism for lacking substance and convictions, Bardella is poised to lead the National Rally party to success in the upcoming elections. This rise in popularity reflects a trend seen in other countries, where voters are turning to charismatic social media figures as a potential change from traditional politicians, even though their promises may not always be fulfilled.

Crypto , ‘re-staking’ platforms boom as traders chase bigger returns

Crypto , ‘re-staking’ platforms boom as traders chase bigger returns

More than billion worth of cryptocurrency has moved into a new type of platform called EigenLayer, which offers rewards to investors in exchange for locking up their tokens.

Sheinbaum poised to become Mexico, ’s first woman president

Sheinbaum poised to become Mexico, ’s first woman president

Claudia Sheinbaum is set to win a landslide victory to become Mexico’s first female president, with provisional results showing her leading with 59% of the vote.

Latest poll points to Elam securing seat in Europarliament

Latest poll points to Elam securing seat in Europarliament

Elam is edging out Diko in the MEP elections according to the latest CyBC poll.

Falafel: from ancient origins to global delight

Falafel: from ancient origins to global delight

– Falafel likely originated in Egypt, possibly eaten by Copts as a replacement for meat during Lent.
– Initially made from fava beans and called ‘ta’amiya’, chickpeas became a common substitute as it traveled across the Middle East.
– Falafel’s journey from Egypt to the Levant and beyond showcases the exchange of culinary traditions.
– Falafel became popular in Western countries in the latter half of the 20th century due to growing interest in vegetarian and international cuisines.
– Falafel is celebrated globally as a dish that transcends its origins and symbolizes global cuisine.
– Falafel’s global ascent is a story of cultural identity and exchange, bringing people together across cultural divides.

Citizen’s disappointment and the responsibility of politicians

Citizen’s disappointment and the responsibility of politicians

There is a strong tendency among the electorate to vote punitively, with a segment of society refusing to vote for parties they see as part of the establishment. This anger is fueled by economic hardship, the state’s inability to provide basic services, and the rise of far-right parties like ELAM. The political system is perceived as weak and unable to address societal problems, with politicians focusing more on their image and social media presence. Society’s choices reflect a desire for revenge on the establishment, but this also leads to disengagement from politics. The responsibility for these choices lies with society, which must find answers to its own problems before the next elections.