https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-s-robust-€65-2m-budget-signals-ambitious-2024-plans
At 65.2 million euros, the proposed budget of the Ministry of Tourism for 2024 surpasses previous years, accounting for initial budgets and excluding additional expenditures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/city-of-dreams-mediterranean-faces-bumpy-start-with-181-job-losses
In a stark indicator of the challenges facing the Limassol casino-resort, the recent dismissal of 181 employees reveals significant issues four months after its grand opening. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ey-cyprus-shines-a-spotlight-on-workplace-wellbeing-in-successful-webcast-event
EY Cyprus is pleased to announce the successful completion of its highly anticipated webcast event, where the results of the Cyprus Workplace Wellbeing Survey were presented. The event, held on November 20th, brought together industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders to discuss and dissect the findings of this significant survey. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/inside-the-grand-unveiling-of-smart-nicosia-dreams
In a groundbreaking initiative, the municipality of Leucosia unveiled the Smart Nicosia project on November 20, marking a significant leap towards transforming the city into a smart and livable hub....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ai-sam-altman
Upon his return to OpenAI following a five-day exile, the controversy surrounding Sam Altman's removal appeared to stem from concerns related to a potential breakthrough in OpenAI's pursuit of artificial general intelligence....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/over-500-employees-to-leave-openai-and-join-microsoft
In a stunning development, a significant portion of OpenAI's workforce—over 500 employees—expresses intent to leave the AI company and join Microsoft....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/house-plenary-votes-on-teleworking-bill-what-s-at-stake
In a decisive move, the House plenary convened this afternoon to cast their votes on a groundbreaking teleworking bill, aiming to establish a robust framework for regulating working conditions in the evolving landscape of remote employment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/finyard-launches-in-cyprus-providing-innovative-software-solutions-for-the-fintech-space
Finyard, an innovative software solutions provider, that helps global brands within the FinTech space offer their clients cutting-edge applications, has opened its doors in Cyprus....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/deloitte-celebrates-65-years-of-success-in-cyprus
This year marks 65 years of continuous successful presence for Deloitte in Cyprus. The company celebrated 65 years of ''making an impact that matters'' at an event held on 2 November, in the presence of all partners and staff. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/would-you-let-elon-musk-drill-into-your-brain
Elon Musk’s chip implant company Neuralink is looking for its first volunteer who is willing to have a piece of their skull removed so that a robotic surgeon can insert thin wires and electrodes into their brain....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-certifiers-clash-over-their-official-stamp
Tensions are escalating between the Ministry of Interior and certifying officials in the Republic of Cyprus, as a dispute erupts over uncontrolled certifications, misuse of the nation's coat of arms seal, alleged forgeries, undeclared income, and certifying officials who stand accused of rejecting complaints lodged against them....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-mystery-of-cyprus-social-insurance-fund
The Republic of Cyprus achieved its first significant milestone with the establishment of the Social Insurance System, originally introduced during the colonial era. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-government-s-€85-4m-move-shakes-aegean-airlines
Aegean Airlines on Monday announced that the Hellenic Republic submitted notification of its intention to exercise the rights granted by all the warrants it holds concerning the company’s shares on November 3, 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hellenic-employees-want-share-of-bank-s-excess-profits
The Cyprus Bank Employees' Union (CBCU) has called for a three-hour work stoppage at all Hellenic Banks on Monday, November 6, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-cablenet-fined-€6-000-for-workplace-safety-violations-leading-to-fatal-injury
In a significant legal ruling, the Larnaca District Court has issued a fine of €6,000 to CABLENET COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS LTD for multiple violations of safety and health regulations. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/labour-minister-discusses-pension-relief-proposal-on-spor-fm
Greek Minister of Labour Yannis Panagiotou addressed the proposal to exempt the basic pension from the actuarial reduction of 12% for employees with 40 years of contributions during an interview with SPOR FM and the show Diaspora News....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/full-basic-pension-exempted-from-actuarial-reduction
The Minister of Labor, Yiannis Panayiotou, presented a proposal at the Social Insurance Council meeting, exempting the full basic pension from a 12% actuarial reduction for employees with 40 years of contributions. This proposal aims to relieve actuarial reductions for early pensions.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-minister-to-mediate-labor-dispute-with-state-health-services-agency
Cyprus' Minister of Health, Dr. Poppy Kanari, is set to hold separate meetings with trade unions and the State Health Services Agency (OKYpY) to address a dispute arising from the Agency's failure to negotiate a collective agreement for staff employed under personal contracts, according to the Cypriot Ministry of Health....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/high-dust-concentrations-pose-health-risks
The Air Quality Monitoring Network, operated by the Department of Labour Inspection, has detected elevated concentrations of dust in the atmosphere on Wednesday, raising concerns about potential health risks....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/kedipes-prepares-60-million-euro-mortgage-to-rent-initiative
The sale of primary residences worth up to 350 thousand euros faces a potential new suspension. As of the end of October, no additional steps have been taken regarding divestments....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hospital-workers-stage-strike-for-better-conditions
On Tuesday, the unions representing SEK, PEO, DEOK, PASYDY, PASYNO, and PASYKI collectively rejected the new proposal put forth by OKYPY regarding the collective agreement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/healthcare-workers-demand-collective-contract-in-eight-hour-strike
In a resolute move, employees of the Organization of State Health Services (OKYS) are set to conduct an eight-hour strike on October 25, 2023, from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, in a bid to push for a collective employment contract. The strike, which involves various professional groups within the organization, is being organized by trade unions DEK, PEO, DEEC, PASYDY, PASYNO, and PASYKI.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/syrian-man-causes-havoc-at-nicosia-bank
A 44-year-old man from Syria created chaos when he entered a bank branch in Nicosia on Friday, putting the police on alert....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/4-day-workweek-success-and-ai-s-future-impact-according-to-an-ey-veteran
Riaz Shah, a four-decade member of EY (Ernst & Young), now engaged in global projects, with a particular focus on education and startup entrepreneurship, took center stage at the 6th Digital Agenda Cyprus Summit....
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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/walt-disney-s-100-year-story-of-success
The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eu-uk-nationals-now-registering-at-citizens-service-centers
In a unanimous decision by the Plenary Assembly, an amendment has been approved, granting Union citizens and certain United Kingdom nationals, along with their family members, the right to move and reside freely in the Republic of Law.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-ministry-wants-to-eliminate-permits-for-small-developments
The Ministry of Interior has introduced a comprehensive plan featuring 22 measures aimed at simplifying and expediting the examination of planning applications....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parents-to-protect-kids-from-hamas-hostage-videos-on-social-media
Schools in Israel, the UK and the US are advising parents to delete their children’s social media apps over concerns that Hamas militants will broadcast or disseminate disturbing videos of hostages who have been seized in recent days....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ai-enhancing-work-life-balance-100-year-careers
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon is shaking off doomsday predictions about what AI means for humanity — instead laying out how he sees the technology vastly improving businesses and the work-life balance of their employees....
