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1. 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....

2. 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? ...

3. 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......

4. 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....

5. 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....

6. 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....

7. 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. ...

8. 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. ...

9. 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. ...

10. 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....

11. 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....

12. 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....

13. 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....

14. 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. ...

15. 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. ...

16. 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....

17. 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....

18. 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....

19. 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....

20. 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....

21. 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....

22. 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. ...

23. Politico: Is Brexit's peak over? UK faces calls to rejoin EU

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/politico-is-brexit-s-peak-over-uk-faces-calls-to-rejoin-eu

British voters are gearing up for their first post-EU general election this Thursday, marking a significant milestone since Brexit....

24. CBC to keep dividends low despite bank profits

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cbc-to-keep-dividends-low-despite-bank-profits

The increased profitability of Cypriot banks, will not affect the supervisory authorities’ views over the necessity to maintain a prudent policy with respect to banks’ dividend payments, the Central Bank of Cyprus said in its annual report for 2023, published on Wednesday....

25. Cyprus tightens laws to combat illegal employment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tightens-laws-to-combat-illegal-employment

The Council of Ministers has approved three new bills aimed at cracking down on illegal and undeclared work....

26. A cat's journey through 14 years of Prime Ministers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-cat-s-journey-through-14-years-of-prime-ministers

If there's been one constant amid the political upheaval of the past 14 years in British politics, it's Larry, the Downing Street Cat....

27. Scottish Secretary resigns amid UK election betting scandal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/scottish-secretary-resigns-amid-uk-election-betting-scandal

The unfolding scandal surrounding bets on the UK government's election date deepened significantly yesterday with the revelation......

28. Princess Anne's concussion reveals memory loss after horse mishap

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/princess-anne-s-concussion-reveals-memory-loss-after-horse-mishap

Princess Anne sustained "minor injuries and a concussion" following an incident at her residence on Sunday evening, as confirmed by Buckingham Palace....

29. UK parties to support Cyprus reunification ahead of election

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-parties-to-support-cyprus-reunification-ahead-of-election

UK political parties have responded to a call by the National Federation of Cypriots in the UK to pledge their support for a free and reunified Cyprus, as stipulated in relevant UN Security Council resolutions....

30. Protesters paint Stonehenge, Taylor Swift jet not present at airport

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/protesters-paint-stonehenge-taylor-swift-jet-not-present-at-airport

Environmental activists from the group Just Stop Oil have sparked widespread condemnation after a series of disruptive protests within 24 hours....

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