Cyprus sees 19 femicides in four years
Fact: There were a total of 19 femicides in Cyprus between 2019 and 2023.
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Lufthansa slashes 2024 outlook, citing strikes and capacity snags
Lufthansa slashed its 2024 earnings outlook, expecting adjusted earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) of 2.2 billion euros, down from a previous forecast of stable earnings compared to 2023. The airline reported a first-quarter loss of 849 million euros, with strikes impacting earnings by around 350 million euros. Lufthansa shares fell by more than 4 per cent to a five-month low.
North university , ‘in millions of debt’
Fact: Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) in Famagusta currently has a tax debt of 3.2 billion TL (€92.8m).
Policeman run over in Limassol
Fact: A policeman was run over in Limassol on Monday while attempting to pull over a car that did not have the necessary documents.
Parolee arrested in confrontation with victim, ’s brother
Fact: A convicted man who was sentenced to ten years in jail for attempted murder in 2019 and released on parole in 2022, was arrested again for violating the terms of his release by engaging in new offenses.
Cyprus mulls law amendments for access to banking information
Authorities in Cyprus are discussing amendments to the law that would require them to request access to individuals’ banking information in cases where taxes or duties levied on behalf of the European Union are involved. The amendments aim to harmonize with an EU directive on mutual assistance for the recovery of claims related to taxes, duties, and other measures. The flaw in the current Cypriot domestic law is that it does not explicitly state the obligation to request the lifting of banking secrecy when recovering taxes and duties. The proposed changes have the support of the finance ministry, the banking association, the Central Bank, and the Personal Data Protection Commissioner. The amendments specify that the authorities making requests to lift banking secrecy will be disclosed on a case-by-case basis.
Lakatamia mayor alleges election interference
Fact: Lakatamia mayor Photoula Hadjipapa alleged “massive and illegal voter movements” were taking place in her municipality ahead of June’s election.
Get to know Cyprus, ’ vineyards and producers
Fact: An event on April 20 puts Cypriot wine and its producers in the spotlight.
New exhibitions in Limassol and Nicosia
Two new art exhibitions are opening in Cyprus. The first is a group exhibition titled “Dear Cyprus” at Bairro Studio in Nicosia, featuring 31 contemporary artists exploring the island’s soul. The second exhibition, “THERELIEFS,” at Pylon Art & Culture in Limassol, is a narrative composition by artist Elina Ioannou and writer Louiza Papaloizou, curated by Areti Leopoulou.
Disparity in gaming commission board allowances raises concerns
Members of the board on the Gaming & Casino Supervision Commission receive special treatment, earning around €800 a month, while others on similar public bodies make €70.