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1. Government mulls support extension amidst rising costs

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-mulls-support-extension-amidst-rising-costs

The Council of Ministers convenes on Thursday for an extraordinary session to approve a new package of targeted measures to alleviate pressures from price hikes....

2. Finance Minister unveils plan to end multiple pensions for MPs

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/finance-minister-unveils-plan-to-end-multiple-pensions-for-mps

The government aims for a complete abolition of multiple pensions for state officials and members of parliament through a proposal encompassing two bills. ...

3. Zero-emission buildings by 2030

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/zero-emission-buildings-by-2030

In a bid to combat climate change, the European Parliament has approved a plan to make buildings more energy-efficient and eco-friendly. The revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive,...

4. Handmade 100-Euro bills flood European cities

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/handmade-100-euro-bills-flood-european-cities

A group of counterfeiters which had been producing 100-euro bills was busted in a joint police operation involving Europol and police forces in four countries, including Greece....

5. FT: Judge denies Trump's request to delay $450M payment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ft-judge-denies-trump-s-request-to-delay-$450m-payment

A New York judge has rejected Donald Trump's request to temporarily halt the state's attorney-general from collecting a $450 million judgment while he appeals a civil fraud ruling....

6. 800 divorces annually, 35,000 single parents, and outdated benefits

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/800-divorces-annually-35-000-single-parents-and-outdated-benefits

The Human Rights Committee of the Parliament convened today, shedding light on critical issues affecting single-parent families in Cyprus....

7. Greek farmers descend on Athens protesting economic hardships

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-farmers-descend-on-athens-protesting-economic-hardships

In a demonstration mirroring concerns across Europe, Greek farmers drove tractors into Athens on Tuesday to protest outside parliament, citing issues with rising energy costs, foreign competition, and recent flooding. ...

8. How does zero VAT affect your grocery bills?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-does-zero-vat-affect-your-grocery-bills

The Consumer Protection Service is keeping a close eye on how the zero VAT (Value Added Tax) rate impacts prices in stores. They've been checking 88 different products ...

9. Transforming homes into energy generators, one wall at a time

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/transforming-homes-into-energy-generators-one-wall-at-a-time

Imagine if you could turn your house walls into solar panels just by painting them – that's the idea behind solar paint. Unlike traditional solar panels, this high-tech paint contains tiny light-sensitive particles....

10. Electricity subsidy extends to vulnerable consumers until February's end

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/electricity-subsidy-extends-to-vulnerable-consumers-until-february-s-end

With its metaphorical ''finger on the trigger,'' the Ministry of Finance is vigilantly tracking the anticipated surges in the current....

11. Energy Minister deliberates potential 6% electricity bill increases

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/energy-minister-deliberates-potential-6-electricity-bill-increases

The Energy Minister, George Papanastasiou, addressed concerns about potential electricity bill hikes arising from the EAC's request to CERA to recover 6% of its 2024 expenses....

12. Cyprus unveils new e-consultation platform for public feedback

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-unveils-new-e-consultation-platform-for-public-feedback

The Council of Ministers approved Thursday the establishment of a public consultation platform, known as e-consultation, Minister of Finance Makis Keravnos said after the Cabinet meeting....

13. Cyprus grapples with lingering private debt woes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-grapples-with-lingering-private-debt-woes

In Cyprus, the European Commission consistently highlights the significant economic challenge of private debt through regular post-program or post-memorandum reports....

14. Government seeks €1B via EMNT bond in 2024

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-seeks-€1b-via-emnt-bond-in-2024

Cyprus’ financing needs for 2024 amount to €1.3 billion, largely to be covered by the issuance of a €1 billion EMNT bond, the Finance Ministry’s Public Debt Management Office (PDMO) has said. ...

15. EU struggles with Hungary's blockade on Ukraine's accession and funding release

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-struggles-with-hungary-s-blockade-on-ukraine-s-accession-and-funding-release

Efforts to prepare for the summit of the 27 European Union heads of state continued in a tense atmosphere until Friday....

16. Critical battle looms as Parliament debates foreclosure legislation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/critical-battle-looms-as-parliament-debates-foreclosure-legislation

Background consultations are in progress to prepare amendments to the legislative package on divestments, set for submission to the Parliament Plenary on Friday for a vote....

17. Electricity bills to drop by 12% starting November 1

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/electricity-bills-to-drop-by-12-starting-november-1

In a recent announcement, consumers in Cyprus can expect a 12% reduction in their electricity bills starting November 1. ...

18. Black Friday blues as HSBC goes down on biggest sales day of the year

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/black-friday-blues-as-hsbc-goes-down-on-biggest-sales-day-of-the-year

On Black Friday, thousands of HSBC customers in the UK reported difficulties accessing mobile banking services, causing disruptions for those seeking to make purchases amidst retailer discounts. Downdetector, a website tracking service, recorded over 4,100 complaints regarding the malfunctioning banking app....

19. DIPA to slash red light ticket costs

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dipa-to-slash-red-light-ticket-costs

For what is provided in the bill submitted before the Transport Committee of the House of Representatives to adjust the prices of fines from the fixed cameras, spoke to 'K,' the MP of DIPA, Marinos Mousiuttas....

20. Creditors dispute foreclosure laws and strategic defaults

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/creditors-dispute-foreclosure-laws-and-strategic-defaults

Creditors reluctantly agree to extend the freeze on main residence foreclosures up to €350k, but tensions arise over proposed legislative changes....

21. Police force faces renewed criticism after recent tragedies

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-force-faces-renewed-criticism-after-recent-tragedies

The debate on the problems in the police force, which was a hot topic in the public sphere last week due to the two fatal attacks that occurred in a short span of time, was reignited on Wednesday, when all the relevant officials, led by the Minister of Justice and Public Order, Anna Koukkidi-Prokopiou and the Chief of Police, Stelios Papatheodorou, met in the Parliament's Institutions Committee....

22. Will foreclosures plague 2023?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/will-foreclosures-plague-2023

There is a race against time, with only a few weeks left to address the issue of foreclosures and enhance the framework....

23. Government's fuel tax reduction faces 24-hour delay

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-s-fuel-tax-reduction-faces-24-hour-delay

The government's plan to reduce the consumption tax on fuel is encountering a significant delay, postponing the expected relief for consumers....

24. How government's new measures will cut power bills

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-government-s-new-measures-will-cut-power-bills

The President of the Republic, Nicos Christodoulides, announced a total of 11 measures with a direct impact, totaling €141 million, along with six Housing Policy measures amounting to €55 million on Thursday (19/10)....

25. New measures unveiled for energy and housing

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-measures-unveiled-for-energy-and-housing

In a decisive move to support Cyprus' households and businesses, the Council of Ministers, under the leadership of President Nikos Christodoulides, unveiled a comprehensive package of immediate and medium-term measures today....

26. Rising rent costs challenge Cyprus middle-class budgets

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rising-rent-costs-challenge-cyprus-middle-class-budgets

A disconcerting trend is unfolding in Cyprus, where not only are the prices of essential goods on the rise, but rents are also skyrocketing, sparking extensive debates and concerns throughout society according to a report on Philenews....

27. Government vulnerable to rising fuel costs amid Middle East tensions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-vulnerable-to-rising-fuel-costs-amid-middle-east-tensions

Economist Pampos Papageorgiou recently addressed the potential economic consequences that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East may bring to Cyprus and Europe....

28. The Israeli war's impact on economy and energy prices

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-israel-war-s-impact-on-economy-and-energy-prices

Economists have been examining the inevitable economic consequences of the war in Israel, particularly its influence on fuel and electricity costs....

29. Fuel prices set to surge amid Israel conflict

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/fuel-prices-set-to-surge-amid-israel-conflict

In an exclusive interview with SPOR FM and the show DIASPORA NEWS, Minister of Energy George Papanastasiou predicted a looming surge in fuel prices in the coming days, attributing it to the ongoing conflict in Israel. ...

30. Targeted fuel and heating reductions in government's considerations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/targeted-fuel-and-heating-reductions-in-government-s-considerations

The Cyprus Electricity Authority has announced a 3% increase in electricity prices for upcoming bills. ...

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