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28 March, 2024
 

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1. Seal of approval: Limassol's adorable mascot captivates hearts (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seal-of-approval-limassol-s-adorable-mascot-captivates-hearts

The story of Mr. Poseidon, as the seal is affectionately known, highlights a crucial aspect: the intricate relationship between the coastal economy and the marine ecosystem....

2. Audit uncovers mismanagement in Cyprus' public health system

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/audit-uncovers-mismanagement-in-cyprus-public-health-system

In a damning revelation, Auditor General Odysseas Michaelides unveiled alarming mismanagement within Cyprus' public health sector, particularly in its flagship National Health System (GESY). ...

3. Cyprus economy holds steady amid challenges

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-economy-holds-steady-amid-challenges

Canadian credit rating agency DBRS Ratings GmbH (Morningstar DBRS) has affirmed the Republic of Cyprus's long-term ratings, maintaining it at BBB (high) with a stable economic outlook. ...

4. Cyprus' economic resilience earns high credit rating confirmation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-economic-resilience-earns-high-credit-rating-confirmation

International rating agency Morningstar DBRS has confirmed Cyprus’ BBB (high) long-term credit rating with a stable trend, noting that favourable economic prospects balance downside risks. ...

5. European Commission flags trade risks for Cyprus economy

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/european-commission-flags-trade-risks-for-cyprus-economy

The Cypriot economy is on a sound footing due to solid economic growth and declining inflation, but its high integration with EU and non-EU economies make geopolitical and trade tensions......

6. Motorcycle racing mishap leaves man fighting for life

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/motorcycle-racing-mishap-leaves-man-fighting-for-life

A 39-year-old man is being treated at the Neurosurgery Department of the Nicosia General Hospital after sustaining critical injuries during motorcycle racing on Sunday, according to a police statement. ...

7. Seven out of ten students can get drugs in a day

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-out-of-ten-students-can-get-drugs-in-a-day

A recent revelation has sparked concern among authorities in Cyprus as reports indicate that 7-8 out of 10 Cypriot students find it alarmingly easy to obtain drugs, including cannabis, within a mere 24-hour timeframe....

8. Unexpected pregnancies reported among weight loss drug users

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unexpected-pregnancies-reported-among-weight-loss-drug-users

The rise in unexpected pregnancies among women taking weight loss medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro has caught attention, with many sharing their experiences on social media platforms like Facebook, Reddit, and TikTok, ...

9. 35 countries join hands for 'Amalthea' plan

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/35-countries-join-hands-for-amalthea-plan

Following the successful delivery of humanitarian aid by the NGO ''World Central Kitchen'' through Cyprus, and the activation of the humanitarian corridor ''Amalthea'' by sea in Cyprus, ...

10. Cyprus gathers 35 nations to shape future of 'Amalthea' initiative

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-gathers-35-nations-to-shape-future-of-amalthea-initiative

Cyprus is hosting a Senior Officials Meeting with the participation of officials from 35 countries and representatives of international organisations on Thursday in order to define the next steps for the ''Amalthea'' initiative. ...

11. Paris Olympics rekindles condom tradition in athletes' village

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paris-olympics-rekindles-condom-tradition-in-athletes-village

As Paris gears up for this summer's Olympic Games, organizers are reinstating a longstanding tradition: distributing condoms in the athletes' village. ...

12. $4.25M per dose to cure rare genetic disease in children

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/$4-25m-per-dose-to-cure-rare-genetic-disease-in-children

The recent approval of Lenmeldy, a gene therapy designed to combat the fatal genetic disorder metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD), has made headlines as it comes with a staggering price tag of $4.25 million per treatment. ...

13. HIV removed from cells, researchers find

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hiv-removed-from-cells-researchers-find

In a groundbreaking development, scientists have utilized the Nobel Prize-winning Crispr gene-editing technology to eliminate HIV from infected cells....

14. Methamphetamine use in Cyprus under scrutiny

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/methamphetamine-use-in-cyprus-under-scrutiny

A pan-european Wastewater Analysis Survey shows that there is a significant use of methamphetamine in Cyprus, but there are lower levels of use than the European average for other substances. ...

15. EAC fined €28,000 for employee's death

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/eac-fined-€28-000-for-employee-s-death

The Larnaca District Court has handed down a fine of €28,000 to the Cyprus Electricity Authority for violations of safety and health regulations, resulting in the death of one of its employees and posing risks to others....

16. No more COVID tests needed for hospital visits

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/no-more-covid-tests-needed-for-hospital-visits

The Council of Ministers reviewed on Tuesday the protection measures against COVID-19 and amended the decree, abolishing the obligation to present a negative test to enter hospitals and nursing homes....

17. Former President George Vassiliou hospitalized

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/former-president-george-vassiliou-hospitalized

Former President of the Republic, George Vassiliou, was admitted to Nicosia General Hospital on Thursday night due to a health issue, according to sources familiar with the situation....

18. Cyprus sees 115% surge in dialysis patients

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-115-surge-in-dialysis-patients

Cyprus is grappling with a concerning rise in the number of patients suffering from end-stage chronic kidney disease, with over 1,200 individuals currently undergoing auxiliary therapy such as hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis....

19. President plans proposal to subsidize medical escort expenses

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-plans-proposal-to-subsidize-medical-escort-expenses

President Nikos Christodoulides announced plans to present a proposal on Wednesday to subsidize travel, accommodation, and food expenses for patient escorts abroad....

20. The feathered ''employees'' of Akaki Grove

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-feathered-employees-of-akaki-grove

When Elena Christoforou was five years old, her godfather, who lived in England, had given her a BBC videotape, a series narrated by David Attenborough ...

21. GeSY: €1.58B revenue, €500M reserve, stable until 2031

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gesy-€1-58b-revenue-€500m-reserve-stable-until-2031

The Health Insurance Organisation (OAY) has disclosed that its revenue from contributions to the General Health System (GeSY) reached €1.58 billion in 2023,...

22. Diplomatic evacuations begin as gang violence escalates in Haiti

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/diplomatic-evacuations-begin-as-gang-violence-escalates-in-haiti

In response to escalating gang violence in Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince, the United States and other diplomatic missions have initiated evacuations, according to a report by CNN....

23. Biden unveils plan for US-built Gaza port to boost aid delivery from Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/biden-unveils-plan-for-us-built-gaza-port-to-boost-aid-delivery-from-cyprus

President Joe Biden is set to announce during his State of the Union address that the US military will construct a temporary port in Gaza to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid. ...

24. In shadows of conflict, Cyprus extends hand to Gaza

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/in-shadows-of-conflict-cyprus-extends-hand-to-gaza

Humanitarian aid destined for Gaza is anticipated to depart from Cyprus in the coming days, according to a source familiar with the situation on Wednesday....

25. ''America at our best''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/america-at-our-best

Last night's gathering at the Hilton Hotel in Nicosia, hosted by the US Embassy and the American Medical Center, stirred something deep within me....

26. Measles resurgence sparks concern as two unvaccinated cases emerge

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/measles-resurgence-sparks-concern-as-two-unvaccinated-cases-emerge

In a concerning development, two cases of measles have been reported in Cyprus, raising alarms among health authorities. The Director of the Pediatric Department at Makarios Hospital,...

27. President Christodoulides' candid year-one address

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-candid-year-one-address

In a televised address marking the completion of his first year in office, President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted the achievements and priorities of his administration. Emphasizing transparency and accountability, the President outlined the following key areas of focus:...

28. Children starving in Gaza, urges Israeli aid access

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/children-starving-in-gaza-urges-israeli-aid-access

The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has issued a stark plea to Israel amid a mounting humanitarian crisis in Gaza. ...

29. Court rules against doctor in assault case

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/court-rules-against-doctor-in-assault-case

A doctor accused of indecently assaulting a woman during a medical examination in August 2020 has been sentenced to four months in prison...

30. Interior Minister calls for urgent refugee return evaluation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-minister-calls-for-urgent-refugee-return-evaluation

Minister for the Interior Constantinos Ioannou raised the need to review the status of Syria as a safe or not destination for the purposes of returning of refugees and migrants, during his intervention at the Justice and Home Affairs Council of the EU, according to a press release....

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