Author: admin
Duygu Erdogan – Housing rents and annual increases have been the biggest issue for the public for the past two years. Housing rent increases were previously determined based on the 12-month average of the CPI, which was fixed during periods of high inflation and subject to a two-year 25% increase limit to protect tenants. Applications will close in July. From tomorrow, as of July 2024, residential rent increases will again be capped at the 12-month CPI average. The practice of a 25% cap on residential rents will be abolished from July 2, following the addition of a transitional clause to…
Nigerian food-delivery startups are catching the attention of international investors who are optimistic about growing demand for restaurant food at home in Africa’s most populous country, even as soaring food inflation takes a toll.Homegrown industry leaders Chaudek, Food Court and HeyFood, backed by startup incubator Y Combinator and Spain’s Globo, are competing to gain market share and meet the needs of a population where the average family spends about 60% of their income on food. According to a report by market research group IMARC, Nigeria’s market is expected to more than double to $2.4 billion over the next eight years,…
Heavy rain and strong wind warning from meteorology Winds: generally northerly, light from the south after midday along the Mediterranean coast and southeastern Anatolia, sometimes moderate in Marmara, the northern Aegean coast, the Mediterranean interior, and south and east of central Anatolia, sometimes strong from the north (expected to blow at 30-60 km/h). caveat Heavy rainfall warning: Localized showers and thunderstorms are expected in the northeast, with heavy rainfall expected in places around Bayburt, Erzurum and Kars after midday and in the early evening, so people should be extremely vigilant for possible adverse effects. Strong wind warning: Strong winds (30-60…
Brazil made history on Saturday as they became the first South American team to qualify for the Women’s Rugby World Cup, beating Colombia 34-13 in a Rugby World Cup qualifier in Asuncion, Paraguay. Brazil qualifies for World Cup for the first time The historic win came at the Estadio Heroes de Curpaiti – Brazil’s 34-13 victory was the first ever recorded against Colombia – but the journey to get there will soon be forgotten, as this victory means much more: the Brazilian women’s team is now guaranteed a place on the biggest stage of their history. Brazil will be competing…
Weld and Larimer counties rate restaurants, schools, grocery stores and other food establishments in three categories: pass, need reinspection or close. As part of the county’s scoring criteria, officials rate establishments on factors such as cooling, reheating and refrigeration equipment for food preparation, keeping food warm, cross-contamination of raw and cooked foods and employee hygiene, according to the county. “Pass” — The facility meets basic food safety standards. The facility may have priority, priority base, or core violations. Some or all of the violations were corrected during the inspection. “Reinspection Required” – Food safety violations have been found and may…
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) – A sculpture aimed at showcasing Greenville and Pitt County’s vibrant and diverse LGBTQ+ community was created in eastern North Carolina on Saturday.The Pitt County Arts Council celebrated the “Paddock Public Art Sculpture on Dickinson Street” on Wednesday, with hundreds of people in attendance.”It symbolizes family and community and happiness and a lot of joy and love,” said Jeremy Jordan, a former Paddock Club patron.The vibrant sculpture is located at 1010 Dickinson Avenue, near the 10th Street Viaduct, in the former site of the Paddock Club, and the work’s central staircase was rescued with the help of…
George Urban Estate – 280 Pine Ridge Road, Cheektowaga CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Growing up in Western New York, I heard about George Urban Boulevard hundreds of times. A real person named George Urban existed decades ago, and his home is now for sale. The first real estate open house is Sunday, June 30. Local history oozes from wood-paneled corridors, custom alcoves and elaborate chandeliers. This sprawling estate on Pine Ridge Road in Cheektowaga is just steps from Villa Maria College. The current owners have put the property on the market for $899,900, but price won’t be the only factor…
Editor’s note: This story suggestion was submitted by Dan DeMarle at the 19th annual Ward Square Fair festival.Tiffany Eadie was homeless at one point in her life.Now, as the owner of Brooks Landing Diner in the 19th Ward, she welcomes the homeless people who frequent her restaurant for a meal.”It’s nice to come to a nice restaurant, sit down to eat and feel like you’re part of the community and a normal person,” Eadie said.Edie bought the restaurant in July 2023 and, wanting to make a difference, set up a free meal board, where people in need can use pre-purchased…
JERUSALEM LATEST NEWS: As Israel continues to attack civilians in the Gaza Strip and prepare for a ground operation in Lebanon, its illegal expansion plans targeting East Jerusalem have been strongly condemned by three countries. Reacting to Israel’s plan to legalize five illegal Jewish settlements on seized Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank, GCC Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al-Budivi in a written statement said Israel’s systematic violations against international law and legitimate decisions are illegal and categorically rejected. Warnings and Condemnations of Israel Budeibi warned that if Israel continues with these dangerous policies, the region’s problems will deepen and it…
A restaurant in southern Columbia was forced to temporarily close last week after it couldn’t pay reinspection fees.Ocha Thai (510 Green Meadows Road, Suite 101) had to put up closed signs until approximately 4 p.m. on June 18, after the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services confirmed the restaurant had paid a $110 reinspection fee. The restaurant had corrected health code violations dating back to April, but the fee was still outstanding.PHHS previously said routine inspections are conducted two to three times a year, based on a Columbia restaurant’s priority and location. If significant violations are found,…