https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parents-arrested-in-larnaca-for-the-alleged-abuse-of-their-five-children
The police authorities are investigating a highly serious case of child abuse in the Larnaca district....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/subsidy-for-elderly-care-home-accommodation-increased-more-than-65-from-€785-to-€1-300
A government subsidy for elderly care home accommodation will increase from €785 to €1,300, according to Christos Diomidous, an official with the Welfare Benefits Management Service at the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-parliament-rejects-new-dog-welfare-regulations
In a surprising move, Cyprus' Parliament has voted to reject the ''Animal Protection and Welfare (Keeping Dogs for Private Non-Commercial Purposes) Regulations of 2022.''...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/join-us-and-speak-up-for-stray-animals
Stray animals may not have a voice, but we can speak for them. On April 4th, World Stray Animal Day, radio stations LOVE FM 100.7, DEEJAY RADIO 93.5, and ΣΠΟΡ FM 95.0 will host a special live broadcast to raise awareness and support for the strays....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/together-for-a-second-chance-world-stray-animals-day
Every stray animal has a story. A story of abandonment, survival, and hope for a better tomorrow. On April 4th, World Stray Animals Day, radio stations LOVE FM 100.7, DEEJAY RADIO 93.5, and SPOR FM 95.0 unite for a joint live link dedicated to these creatures who seek love and care....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/concerns-raised-over-dog-training-decree-in-protected-natura-2000-areas
The Office of the Commissioner for the Environment and Animal Welfare has called on the Game and Wildlife Service to immediately revoke the Decree concerning the 13 protected areas within the Natura 2000 Network....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hidden-fortune-found-in-squalid-paphos-home
A shocking discovery was made in Paphos when municipal workers, responding to a welfare case, found thousands of Cyprus pounds stuffed in garbage bags inside a home where a woman had been living in squalor. Alongside the money, pieces of jewelry were also uncovered....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-mayor-exposes-squalid-conditions-blasts-authorities-for-neglect
The Mayor of Paphos, Phedon Phedonos, has raised an alarm over the appalling living conditions of a woman in his municipality, sharing shocking photos on social media that reveal the extent of the neglect. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/social-welfare-services-to-step-up-nursery-inspections-after-recent-incidents
The Social Welfare Services (YKE) will be ramping up inspections of nurseries and childcare programs to ensure they meet safety and quality standards, following concerns raised by two recent incidents, the Ministry of Social Welfare announced....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliamentary-committee-on-environment-pushes-for-harsher-penalties-on-animal-abuse
The way a society treats its animals reflects its level of civilization, stated DISY MP Savia Orphanidou after a meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on Environment....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/government-under-fire-over-community-leader-appointments
Tensions are mounting over the government's controversial decision to appoint 209 community leaders in the newly established municipalities, ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ombudswoman-raises-alarm-over-prolonged-stay-of-unaccompanied-minors-at-pournara
A total of 27 unaccompanied minors have been stranded at the Pournara Temporary Reception and Accommodation Center for an average of 90 days, despite completing all necessary procedures for their transfer, according to a report by Commissioner for Administration and Human Rights Protection, Maria Stylianou-Lottides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-government-unveils-€60m-investment-plan-to-boost-agriculture
The Cypriot government has rolled out a €60 million investment plan designed to boost the competitiveness and sustainability of the country’s agricultural sector. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/government-announces-minimum-wage-increase-for-hotel-workers
President Nikos Christodoulides highlighted key economic and labor policy decisions today during a Council of Ministers meeting at the Presidential Palace, emphasizing efforts to boost employment and attract Cypriot professionals back home....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/1-€122m-boost-for-famagusta-30-new-projects-announced
In a bold move to boost the development of the Famagusta district, President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, announced 30 new projects with a total budget of €122 million ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/adoption-legislation-modernised-with-a-new-bill
A bill modernising adoption legislation was approved by the Council of Ministers on Wednesday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tax-reform-aiming-for-innovation-sustainability-and-simplicity
A major tax reform is underway in Cyprus as part of the Tax Transformation Project, led by the Centre for Economic Research (CER) at the University of Cyprus. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/inspiring-compassion-for-animals-and-hope-for-prisoners
The Animal Party Cyprus recently extended its message of love to all people and all creatures....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/eddie-the-dog-continues-his-recovery-after-paphos-abuse-incident
The investigation into the disturbing case of dog abuse in Paphos is still ongoing, following the discovery of Eddie, a dog found abandoned in a rubbish bin on January 16. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rik-welfare-fund-scandal-taxpayers-on-the-hook-for-mismanaged-millions
A potential case of misappropriation of public funds has emerged involving the Cyprus Radio Broadcasting Corporation's (RIK) Welfare Fund, according to findings from the Parliamentary Control Committee....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lidl-strengthens-its-international-commitment-to-conscious-nutrition-together-with-wwf
Lidl is advancing its commitment to conscious nutrition by further aligning its product range with the Planetary Health Diet (PHD)1 by 2050. By 2030, Lidl will increase the proportion of plant-based foods sold, such as plant-based protein sources, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, by 20 percent compared to 2022. As the first retailer to apply WWF’s methodology across all 31 Lidl countries with stores, Lidl brings transparency to its offerings across all food groups, empowering customers to make more environmentally conscious and healthier choices.
To address global challenges, like climate change, biodiversity loss and diet-related diseases we need to transform our food system2....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/live-dog-found-in-garbage-bin-photos
According to a Facebook post by the Animal Party Cyprus (APC), a horrifying case of animal cruelty has come to light in the municipality of Peyia....
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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paralimni-municipality-launches-neighborhood-social-worker-program
The Municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia has launched the "Neighborhood Social Worker" program, a significant step towards improving access to social services for its residents....
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....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-s-first-regional-dog-shelter-set-to-open-in-2025
After years of delays and shifting timelines, Nicosia’s first regional dog shelter is expected to secure licensing and begin operations in the first half of 2025, according to Antonia Theodosiou, Commissioner for Environment and Animal Welfare....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/driver-fined-€30-000-for-deliberately-hitting-dog-near-thessaloniki
In a shocking incident near Thessaloniki, Greece, a 28-year-old man was arrested in Halkidona for intentionally swerving his car to hit a dog. The cruel act left the animal injured and sparked widespread outrage....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/cyprus-police-raise-funds-for-hope-for-children
On Thursday, members of the Vulnerable Persons Investigation Unit (ΥΔΥΕΠ) donated €1,427 to Hope for Children, an organization that supports children in need....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/meps-reach-conclusion-on-the-abolition-of-euthanasia-for-stray-animals
The long-debated issue of the "dog law" in Parliament, which seeks to address numerous concerns of both animal welfare organizations and local authorities, is nearing its conclusion....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-winter-swim-in-honor-of-little-heroes
For the 8th consecutive year, participants and attendees gathered on Limassol beach this morning to send a powerful message of support and optimism during the event "Swimming with the OYK for our Little Heroes."...
