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Biden: Criticism of Trump jury verdict is , ‘dangerous, irresponsible’

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Biden: Criticism of Trump jury verdict is , ‘dangerous, irresponsible’

President Joe Biden criticized Donald Trump and other Republicans for questioning the integrity of the guilty verdict in Trump’s hush money jury trial. Biden emphasized that Trump had the opportunity to defend himself, the case was brought by the state, and the verdict was delivered by a jury of 12 citizens. Biden condemned attempts to undermine the U.S. justice system with false allegations and called it reckless, dangerous, and irresponsible. Trump, on the other hand, claimed the trial was politically motivated and suggested that no American was safe from prosecution. The guilty verdict in Trump’s trial has implications for the upcoming presidential election where Trump will try to win back the White House from Biden.

Kremlin:,  Trump verdict shows his rivals are using all means to get rid of him

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Kremlin:,  Trump verdict shows his rivals are using all means to get rid of him

Fact: Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be convicted of a crime on Thursday when a New York jury found him guilty of falsifying documents to cover up a payment to silence a porn star ahead of the 2016 election.

Who is Stormy Daniels, the porn star at the center of Trump’s criminal conviction?

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Who is Stormy Daniels, the porn star at the center of Trump’s criminal conviction?

Stormy Daniels testified that Donald Trump told her in 2006 that having sex with him was the only way she would get out of the “trailer park.” She later testified against Trump in a criminal case where he was found guilty of covering up a payment to her for her silence about their alleged sexual encounter. Daniels detailed the encounter, stating she did not remember how she got into bed with Trump but did not enjoy the sex. Despite the publicity and benefits she gained from the story, Daniels’ testimony was ultimately seen as tangential to the case.

New York Times newspapers are being printed, following the announcement of the verdict on Donald Trump’s criminal trial

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New York Times newspapers are being printed, following the announcement of the verdict on Donald Trump’s criminal trial

New York Times newspapers are being printed at the New York Times College Point Printing Plant in Queens, New York City, following the announcement of the verdict on former U.S. President Donald Trump’s criminal trial for falsifying business records to conceal payments to Stormy Daniels in 2016.

Guilty on all counts, Donald,  Trump becomes first US president convicted of a crime

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Guilty on all counts, Donald,  Trump becomes first US president convicted of a crime

Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be convicted of a crime on Thursday when a New York jury found him guilty of falsifying documents to cover up a payment to silence a porn star ahead of the 2016 election.

Garden Screenings at Attikon open-air theatre

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Garden Screenings at Attikon open-air theatre

The Kimonos Arts Centre in Paphos is hosting a series of film screenings for summer nights at the Attikon open-air cinema. The program includes ten captivating films exploring the connection between power and madness, with nine international films and one Cypriot production. Tickets are available for 5 euros, and all films will have Greek and/or English subtitles.

Jury in,  Trump trial to hear closing arguments before deliberations

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Jury in,  Trump trial to hear closing arguments before deliberations

Fact: New York prosecutors and Donald Trump’s lawyers made closing arguments at his hush money trial, where he faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.

Mukhtar near disgraced monastery bewails loss of visitors

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Mukhtar near disgraced monastery bewails loss of visitors

Fterikoudes mukhtar Modestos Iacovou testified against Tamassos Bishop Isaias in a case brought by suspended monks of the Osiou Avakoum monastery. He stated that vehicles from the bishopric were loaded with icons from the monastery. The community council has asked for the monks to be brought back so the monastery can function normally. The community has supported the monastery and donated properties for its construction. Monks’ lawyers claim the investigation process against them is illegal.

LNG import blues

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LNG import blues

The LNG import project at Vasilikos in Cyprus has faced recurring problems and delays. The project, which aims to switch power generation from oil to natural gas, could reduce electricity prices by one-third, resulting in annual cost savings close to €300-€400 million. The project has faced issues due to a badly conducted tender, unclear terms of reference, and a contractor with no experience in such projects. The current contractor, CPP, has claimed additional costs and the project is not progressing as expected. The government is considering various options to complete the project, including finding a way to move forward with the present contractor, seeking independent expert advice, and exploring alternative plans if necessary.

Man guilty of sexually abusing 11-year-old foster daughter

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Man guilty of sexually abusing 11-year-old foster daughter

A 50-year-old man was convicted on 15 charges of sexually abusing his 11-year-old foster daughter over the course of a year, as ruled by a court in Limassol. The man committed the crimes against the minor in the home where she lived as a foster child. The court found prosecutors’ witnesses credible and the defense witnesses, including the accused, unreliable. The defendant denied the charges, leading to a trial. The victim, now 14, was placed in the foster home three years ago after receiving little affection from her biological parents. She eventually spoke out about the abuse, leading to a complaint with authorities and the subsequent prosecution at the Limassol Criminal Court.