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08 February, 2025
 

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1. Cyprus marks Holocaust remembrance day with solemn event in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-marks-holocaust-remembrance-day-with-solemn-event-in-nicosia

In a solemn ceremony last night, held at the Melina Mercouri Hall, Cyprus joined the global community in observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, honoring the six million Jews and millions of others who perished in one of history’s darkest chapters....

2. Unions push back on new foreign worker rules

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unions-push-back-on-new-foreign-worker-rules

Trade unions are clashing over the proposed framework for regulating the employment of workers from third countries. ...

3. First Cypriot appointed to helm global shipping powerhouse

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/first-cypriot-appointed-to-helm-global-shipping-powerhouse

The appointment of a Cypriot as Secretary General/CEO of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is a major vote of confidence in the Cypriot shipping industry....

4. Authorities warn of dangerous products in the European market (links included)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-warn-of-dangerous-products-in-the-european-market

Dangerous products and items containing hazardous chemicals have been identified in the European market, according to an announcement by the Labour Inspection Department of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security....

5. A little extra for everyone as pensions get a new year's boost

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-little-extra-for-everyone-as-pensions-get-a-new-year-s-boost

The Council of Ministers has approved an increase in pensions from the Social Insurance Fund (TKA) starting in January 2025....

6. New labour decrees in Cyprus: A win for skilled workers and foreign students

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/new-labour-decrees-in-cyprus-a-win-for-skilled-workers-and-foreign-students

Cyprus is making moves to boost its workforce and fill gaps in key sectors with new policies that give both skilled professionals and foreign students more opportunities. ...

7. EPIC, SPP Media, and Deejay Radio Unite for a Great Cause

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/epic-spp-media-and-deejay-radio-unite-for-a-great-cause

Once again, Nicosia will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland as the city's biggest holiday street festival returns. This year’s EPIC STREET FEST promises to bring together people of all ages for a celebration filled with music, food, drinks, and plenty of festive fun....

8. African workers unite for historic labour conference

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/african-workers-unite-for-historic-labour-conference

African migrant workers and labour activists gathered in Nicosia's Old Town on Sunday for Cyprus's first-ever African Workers’ Conference....

9. Cyprus cracks down on prolonged standing in workplaces

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-cracks-down-on-prolonged-standing-in-workplaces

Cyprus is stepping up efforts to protect workers from prolonged standing at their jobs, with a nationwide inspection campaign and stricter enforcement of new legislation aimed at improving workplace conditions....

10. Was Trump really the only option for the working class in 2024?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/was-trump-really-the-only-option-for-the-working-class-in-2024

What makes a political comeback genuinely remarkable? Is it policy, charm, or a connection to the people? ...

11. Cyprus to ''maximise efforts'' for peace talks resumption, Kombos tells UK politicians

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-to-maximise-efforts-for-peace-talks-resumption-kombos-tells-uk-politicians

The government of the Republic of Cyprus has “an obligation to maximise the possibility of going back to the negotiating table” on the Cyprus issue, Foreign Minister Konstantinos Kombos......

12. Roof collapse at Paphos department store injures three

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/roof-collapse-at-paphos-department-store-injures-three

A section of the metal roof at a department store in Paphos collapsed on Monday, injuring three people, authorities said....

13. Cyprus hosts European job fair: Hundreds of positions available

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-hosts-european-job-fair-hundreds-of-positions-available

Cyprus’ Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance and EURES Cyprus are organising on Tuesday in Nicosia the “Find Your Career in Europe” event, with the participation of representatives from employment agencies from nine EU member states, along with company representatives....

14. Tougher penalties for employers skirting social security

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tougher-penalties-for-employers-skirting-social-security

The government is poised to toughen penalties for undeclared work in an effort to address the widespread issue....

15. Frustrated graduates flee abroad as job markets fail them

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/frustrated-graduates-flee-abroad-as-job-markets-fail-them

Over the past two decades, an educational revolution swept through much of the developing world. ...

16. Health Minister highlights breast cancer screening upgrades

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/health-minister-highlights-breast-cancer-screening-upgrades

President Nikos Christodoulides announced the addition of three new cancer screening programs for both men and women during his address at the 20th annual "Pink Silhouette Walk" organized by Europa Donna Cyprus, in Nicosia, on Saturday, in a bid to raise awareness on breast cancer. ...

17. Cyprus Central Bank raises 2024 GDP growth forecast to 3.5%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-central-bank-raises-2024-gdp-growth-forecast-to-3-5

The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) has revised GDP growth rate up by 0.5 percentage points for 2024, to 3.5%, compared to its forecasts last June, stressing that there does not seem to be any significant negative impact on investments from the conflict in the Middle East. ...

18. UK rejects Tatar's two-state push

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-rejects-tatar-s-two-state-push

The National Federation of Cypriots in the UK has declared the Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar’s attempts to change the UK’s stance over the illegal pseudo-state in the occupied part of Cyprus as unsuccessful....

19. What Cyprus’ new EU minimum wage directive means for workers and employers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/what-cyprus-new-eu-minimum-wage-directive-means-for-workers-and-employers

Cyprus is set to implement the European Union’s directive on adequate minimum wages....

20. Cyprus unemployment drops by 8.9% in August

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-unemployment-drops-by-8-9-in-august

The number of registered unemployed people in Cyprus dropped by 8.9% in August compared to the same month last year, according to data from the Statistical Service of Cyprus (CyStat). This marks a decrease of 1,177 people, bringing the total number of unemployed to 12,079....

21. Cyprus' illusion of prosperity as unemployment numbers mask realities

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-illusion-of-prosperity-as-unemployment-numbers-mask-realities

In its analysis, the Central Bank of Cyprus notes that in the first quarter of 2024, unemployment fell to 6%, the lowest level since 2009....

22. Cyprus has second largest decrease in firefighter jobs across EU

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-has-second-largest-decrease-in-firefighter-jobs-across-eu

The number of firefighters was cut in 12 EU member states, including Cyprus, in 2023, while Cyprus was the country with the second largest drop in the employment of firefighters that year, according to an analysis by the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) of EU Labour Force Survey data which was also published recently by Eurostat. ...

23. Wealthy flee high-tax nations for new havens like Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wealthy-flee-high-tax-nations-for-new-havens-like-cyprus

A significant wave of wealthy individuals is migrating from high-tax countries, a trend expected to peak this year. ...

24. Cyprus unemployment decreases, while social benefits paid increase

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-unemployment-decreases-while-social-benefits-paid-increase

The number of unemployed persons registered at the District Labour Offices in Cyprus fell to 11,877 at the end of July 2024, marking a 9.9% decrease compared to the same period last year, according to data released by the Statistical Service on Monday....

25. Violent anti-immigration protests shake Northern England (vid)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/violent-anti-immigration-protests-shake-northern-england

Anti-immigration protests erupted into violence across northern England on Sunday, marking a significant challenge for new Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government. Demonstrations, triggered by the recent murder of three girls in Southport, turned destructive as protesters vandalized property and clashed with police....

26. Cyprus charts course for 2025 budget surplus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-charts-course-for-2025-budget-surplus

President Nikos Christodoulides announced during a Cabinet meeting on Monday that the government is on track to achieve a budget surplus for the fiscal year 2025....

27. Starmer ends Rwanda asylum plan, calls for practical solutions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/starmer-ends-rwanda-asylum-plan-calls-for-practical-solutions

Newly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced today that his government will not proceed with the previous administration's plan to send asylum seekers arriving in small boats to Rwanda....

28. Wolt welcomes historic collective agreement for delivery drivers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wolt-welcomes-historic-collective-agreement-for-delivery-drivers

Wolt has welcomed the first-ever collective agreement in the fleet management sector, marking a major step forward for the industry. This agreement, reached through the joint efforts of the Ministry of Labour, fleet management companies, and unions, is set to benefit delivery drivers, businesses, and consumers....

29. Nesil Caliskan elected as first British MP of Turkish Cypriot origin

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nesil-caliskan-elected-as-first-british-mp-of-turkish-cypriot-origin

For the first time, a candidate of Turkish Cypriot origin has been elected in the British general elections. Nesil Caliskan, representing the Labour Party, secured her victory in the Barking constituency in east London, according to the Kipris Post website....

30. Labour Party triumphs, Keir Starmer to become Prime Minister

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/labour-party-triumphs-keir-starmer-to-become-prime-minister

The Labour Party has secured victory in Britain’s general election, marking the first change in power in 14 years. ...

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