https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-budget-gets-green-light-–-inside-scoop-on-state-wage-proposals
The 2024 budget was passed into law relatively comfortably, with a total of 37 MPs voting for it, while 19 were opposed. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-expands-diplomatic-footprint-bolsters-migration-management-efforts
President Nicos Christodoulides, leading the Council of Ministers at the Presidential Palace, announced significant developments in Cyprus' foreign policy and measures taken to address migration challenges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/covid-19-novavax-vaccine-now-available-for-18-and-older
As of Thursday 21/12/2023, the Nuvaxovid HBV.1.5 COVID-19 vaccine by Novavax will be available for people over 18 years of age, the Ministry of Health said in a statement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/life-expectancy-in-cyprus-drops-amid-covid-turbulence
Life expectancy in Cyprus took a hit, decreasing by a year, reveals the latest European Commission health profile.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/divisions-in-cyprus-amplify-fact-checking-challenges
Cyprus, an ethnically divided island in the Mediterranean, is like any other nation: It’s been hit by a wave of misinformation, and residents are trying to keep up....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mps-debate-executive-bonuses-in-semi-governmental-organizations
The issue surrounding the renewal of Cyprus Telecommunications Authority (CYTA) CEO Andreas Neocleous's contract for another five years and a requested bonus sparked discussions within the Council of Ministers about executive bonuses in semi-governmental organizations. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/pwc-cyprus-recognized-for-leading-the-way-in-gender-equality
PwC Cyprus was honored with the renewal of the ''Gender Equality Employer'' Certification at a ceremony held by the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance on December 15, 2023....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/trial-begins-for-alleged-gang-rape-of-british-tourist-by-israelis-in-ayia-napa
The trial for the case of the gang rape of a 20-year-old British woman by five Israelis in a hotel in Ayia Napa began on Monday (18/12). The issue is being closely monitored by the British Foreign Ministry....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-launches-state-sponsored-arts-opportunities-for-youth
President Nikos Christodoulides announced the initiation of the much-anticipated youth culture card, marking a significant step towards supporting the arts and engaging young minds in the cultural richness of Cyprus.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/preventive-pediatrics-expansion-center-takes-on-eight-more-diseases
''The CPP has been carrying out a project on behalf of the State for 35 years and covers the needs of the entire population of the country free of charge on a voluntary basis'', says Fotini Tsiridou, the president of the Association of Friends of the Center of Preventive Pediatrics ''Amerikos Argyriou'' and councillor of DISY, to ''K''....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/decoding-the-tragic-legacy-from-helios-airplane-crash-to-bus-blazes
Miraculously, there is no other explanation for the situation with the "crazy" school buses. They catch fire, burn up in the good seats, break down on long downhill grades, and, it is whispered, have a whole host of other problems....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/workforce-crisis-grips-cyprus-as-12-000-job-vacancies-surge
In the hotel, catering, and retail sectors, an estimated 12 thousand personnel needs have prompted relevant professional associations to jointly appeal to the Ministry of Labour, seeking simplified procedures for hiring staff from third countries....
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.
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https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-and-cyprus-to-strengthen-global-collaboration
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Director General for Europe, Peter Wilson and the Republic of Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary, Kyriacos Kouros chaired the first annual review of the UK-Cyprus Memorandum of Understanding....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/civil-defence-introduces-warning-system-for-emergencies
The Civil Defence has revealed a cutting-edge warning system designed to keep citizens informed about emergency events and bolster their safety....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-minister-highlights-75-reduction-in-african-arrivals
In bilateral meetings held in Geneva, Interior Minister Konstantinos Ioannou emphasized the shift from illegal to legal migration channels, as stated in a press release by the Interior Ministry on Friday. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-joins-elite-with-third-plea-for-€152-3m
Acting Permanent Secretary of DG Growth at the Finance Ministry, Andreas Zachariades, said on Thursday that as of Friday, Cyprus will be among the first ten EU member states that have submitted the third payment request from the Recovery and Resilience Mechanism of the EU....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/interior-minister-considers-plan-with-iom-to-boost-international-workforce
Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou has conveyed to IOM (International Organization for Migration) Director General Amy Pope Cyprus' willingness to look into implementing a pilot programme to attract labour force from third countries....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/greek-retailer-kotsovolos-fined-€2-million-for-misleading-discounts
The Minister of Development, Kostas Skrekas, has levied a 2 million euro fine on the company "Dixons South-East Europe Commercial and Industrial Company of Electrical, Information Technology,...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-joins-who-s-global-digital-health-certification-network
Cyprus has successfully joined the World Health Organization's Global Digital Health Certification, the Health Ministry said on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-nears-digital-judicial-transformation-with-new-e-justice-system
Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy, Philippos Hadjizacharias, anticipates the finalization of the new e-justice system by February 2024, marking a crucial stride in Cyprus' digital transformation. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-and-estonia-collaborate-on-e-health-initiatives
Cooperation between Cyprus and Estonia in the field of e-Health is being promoted with Cyprus aiming to draw expertise and good practices in the field of e-Health from Estonia, which is considered a model country in this field....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliament-approves-measures-for-npls-and-foreclosures-framework
Cyprus' Finance Ministry has expressed satisfaction with the parliament's approval of laws integral to the comprehensive package for managing Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) and the foreclosure framework....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/twenty-akamas-wrongdoings-reported-to-the-attorney-general
The owners of agricultural premises in the Akamas area are set to face justice for unauthorized interventions and modifications, violating their licenses....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-cyprus-and-chevron-found-common-ground
The resolution of the dispute between the Republic of Cyprus and Chevron Cyprus Limited, the operator of the Aphrodite field, appears largely satisfactory to both parties....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-climb-to-success-in-the-public-sector-pay-scale
The Ministry of Finance has officially disclosed the main provisions of the agreement reached with trade unions PASYDY and FCC, outlining significant salary advancements for public and broader public sector employees, including those within Local Government Authorities. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cattle-farm-slapped-with-€11-000-fine-over-injury
In a recent development, the I & C Hadjiyiannakou (Farms) Ltd, engaged in cattle farming, faces a €11,000 fine imposed by the Larnaca District Court....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/state-employees-brace-for-25-30m-euro-salary-squeeze
The agreement signed with unions PASYDYS and SEK is set to bring an annual cost of 25-30 million euros, impacting state employees and those in the wider public sector....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ministry-reverts-vat-refund-amount-to-€50
The Ministry of Finance's new circular set to change in 2024, altering the decision that foresaw an increase in the minimum expenditure from €50 to €175. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/student-stoned-in-paphos-school-raising-concerns-on-school-violence
In the latest episode of school violence, a student was reportedly stoned by classmates on Tuesday at a school in Paphos, according to statements made by DIKO MP Chrysanthos Savvidis during a session of the Education Committee....
