FACT Calls on Congress to Eliminate Wasteful Corporate Tax Break, Supreme Court Issues Landmark Tax Ruling: Just the FACTs 6/25/24

FACT Calls on Congress to Eliminate Wasteful Corporate Tax Break, Supreme Court Issues Landmark Tax Ruling: Just the FACTs 6/25/24

“Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and money laundering through the financial system. Send feedback or items for future newsletters to Thomas Georges at tgeorges@thefactcoalition.org Here is the State of Play FACT Calls on Congress to … Read more

Daines: “Stroke of Genius” by Trump to Eliminate Taxes on Tips – Senator Steve Daines

Daines: “Stroke of Genius” by Trump to Eliminate Taxes on Tips - Senator Steve Daines

Joins Fox Business to Announce Introduction of Bill to Stop Taxing Tips, Slam Biden’s Border Crisis U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Fox Business’ Mornings with Maria to discuss his bill to eliminate taxes on tips and President Biden’s border crisis. Watch the interview HERE. Daines on His Bill to Stop Taxing Tips: It’s a stroke of genius … Read more

Muslim schools caught up in France, ’s fight against Islamism

Sihame Denguir enrolled her teenage son and daughter in France’s largest Muslim private school, Averroes, in Lille, which lost government funding due to not complying with secular principles.

Terrorism court case at critical point

Terrorism court case at critical point

The complex terrorism case involving 41-year-old Orkhan Asadov, accused of recruiting and organizing criminal activities against Israelis in Nicosia, reached a critical point. The trial within a trial process concluded with final arguments from both sides, and the judicial panel reserved its decision for July 5. The defense attorneys argued that the Police accessed the defendants’ mobile phones unlawfully, while the prosecuting authority defended the legality of the procedures. The case began after Asadov’s arrest in September 2021, and he denies charges related to terrorism, conspiracy to commit murder, and money laundering.

‘In Cyprus, under 30s are screwed!’

‘In Cyprus, under 30s are screwed!’

Millennials are the most populous age group in Cyprus, with over a quarter of a million individuals. Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, are entering the workforce and facing challenges such as financial anxiety, minimal salaries, and limited opportunities. They are characterized as practical hedonists who prioritize meaningful experiences over economic security. Generation Z is competing with three other generations for limited jobs, wealth, housing, and opportunities, making the future uncertain for under-30s in Cyprus.

Attack averted on French Olympic soccer match in St Etienne, authorities say

Attack averted on French Olympic soccer match in St Etienne, authorities say

An 18-year-old Chechen man was arrested in Saint-Etienne, France, suspected of planning an attack at the city’s soccer stadium during the upcoming Olympics. The suspect is accused of associating with terrorists and is currently in detention. Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin stated that the suspect wanted to target spectators and security forces and die as a martyr. The man had planned to attack fans outside the stadium due to tight security inside. The suspect’s under-aged brother was also initially arrested but later released.

Dutch parties to propose former intelligence chief as new prime minister

Dutch parties to propose former intelligence chief as new prime minister

Dick Schoof, the former Dutch intelligence chief, has been proposed as the prime minister of the Netherlands’ incoming right-wing government led by Geert Wilders’ nationalist PVV. The four parties forming the new government have announced a press conference with Schoof, who currently serves as a senior official at the Dutch Ministry of Justice. The new government aims for stricter migration policies and exceptions to EU asylum and environmental rules.

Ireland, Norway set to recognise Palestinian state today

Ireland, Norway set to recognise Palestinian state today

Norway and Ireland are set to announce the recognition of an independent Palestinian state, following other European Union members in supporting a two-state solution for lasting peace in the region. The move is seen as a potential positive impact on the peace process between Israel and the Palestinians. Israel has warned against the recognition, stating it could lead to more terrorism and instability in the region.

PAM award recognises CyI for climate crisis work

PAM award recognises CyI for climate crisis work

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) won a Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM) Award for its research and educational activities addressing the climate crisis in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) region.

Man who murdered UK pensioner in revenge for Gaza jailed for at least 45 years

Man who murdered UK pensioner in revenge for Gaza jailed for at least 45 years

Ahmed Alid, a Moroccan man seeking asylum in Britain, was sentenced to at least 45 years in prison for stabbing a passer-by to death on a British street as an act of terrorism, claiming it was revenge for Israeli actions in Gaza.