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EXPLAINER-South Korea’s Yoon hints at flexibility in doctors’ strike as election looms

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EXPLAINER-South Korea’s Yoon hints at flexibility in doctors’ strike as election looms

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has shown flexibility in his medical reform plan amid a standoff with doctors ahead of parliamentary elections. The plan aims to increase medical school admissions by 2,000 starting in 2025. Yoon is open to adjusting the reform if doctors offer a reasonable alternative proposal. Polls show public support for increased admissions but dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the issue. Yoon’s ratings have dropped as the election approaches.

European parliament president to visit Larnaca, ’s Gaza aid centre

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European parliament president to visit Larnaca, ’s Gaza aid centre

The fact described in the text is that the president of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, is in Cyprus for a two-day working visit.

Auditor-general calls for accountability over Natura 2000 mess-up

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Auditor-general calls for accountability over Natura 2000 mess-up

Fact: Cyprus has been referred to the EU Court of Justice by the European Commission for failures to implement the Habitats Directive in environmentally protected Natura 2000 areas.

Software industry calls for more UK government support

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Software industry calls for more UK government support

Fact: More than 120 industry leaders have called for government intervention to improve conditions for European software companies, including measures such as tax incentives and talent visas.

EU admin needs to be fit for green, AI future, says top official

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EU admin needs to be fit for green, AI future, says top official

Fact: European Union countries’ budget cuts have resulted in reduced staff in public administration and delayed training or introduction of new technologies.

Kremlin dismisses report Russia behind , ‘Havana Syndrome’

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Kremlin dismisses report Russia behind , ‘Havana Syndrome’

– The Kremlin dismissed a report linking Russian military intelligence to the “Havana syndrome” ailment affecting U.S. diplomats and spies globally.
– A Russia-focused investigative media group reported that members of a Russian military intelligence unit known as 29155 were placed at the scene of reported health incidents involving U.S. personnel.
– U.S. intelligence investigation found it was “very unlikely” a foreign adversary was responsible for the ailment.
– Symptoms of the ailment include migraines, nausea, memory lapses, and dizziness.
– The U.S. Congress passed the Havana Act in 2021 to provide payments to affected staff and their families.

Tuesday is last day for voter applications

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Tuesday is last day for voter applications

The last day to apply to vote for the June elections in Cyprus is Tuesday, with the interior ministry announcing that people can register to vote. Applications will not be accepted after midnight on April 2. People aged 18-25 can apply to vote online. Elections for EU parliamentarians and local government officials will be held on June 9 in Cyprus.

Turkish Cypriot social media journalist bailed

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Turkish Cypriot social media journalist bailed

Turkish Cypriot social media journalist Serdinc Maypa was released on bail on Monday after being charged with violating individuals’ right to privacy. Police insisted there was a chance he could tamper with evidence, but the judge disagreed. Records on his mobile phone and computer showed 2,586 relevant messages and 28,273 photographs and documents. Maypa has also made allegations regarding the institutions that filed complaints against him.