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Ministry official confirms well-being of Cypriot patients in Israel

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Ministry official confirms well-being of Cypriot patients in Israel

Three subsidised patients from the Ministry of Health being treated in Israeli hospitals are in good health, according to General Director Christina Giannaki. The Ministry will stay in touch with the patients and be ready to handle any problems. Three patients are at Sheba Medical Center, while a fourth patient returned to Cyprus. Giannaki personally spoke with Sheba Hospital and is updated on the patients’ health. All patients want to stay in Israel for further treatment.

German Ambassador to present Dr Zamboglou with Cross of the Order of Merit

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German Ambassador to present Dr Zamboglou with Cross of the Order of Merit

Professor Dr Nikolaos Zamboglou will receive the Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany for founding the German Oncology Centre in Cyprus, which has strengthened the ties between Cyprus and Germany. The clinic follows strict German radiation protection standards and uses German equipment, providing high-quality medical care. The centre offers a wide range of specialized treatments and services, including radiotherapy, interventional radiology, medical oncology, and more. The German Oncology Centre is integrated into the Cypriot national health system and maintains strong links with Germany.

Limassol bicycle officer injured in hit-and-run

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Limassol bicycle officer injured in hit-and-run

A Limassol Bicycle Police officer was injured during a routine traffic stop when a driver attempted to flee the scene after being signaled to stop for lacking required documentation. The officer suffered minor scratches and was taken to the hospital for treatment, while the driver was arrested by police. Authorities are still investigating the incident.

Our View: Entitlement culture the biggest threat to Gesy

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Our View: Entitlement culture the biggest threat to Gesy

The latest evaluation report of the national health scheme Gesy raised concerns about overutilization of healthcare services due to them being free, leading to unnecessary tests and referrals. This has created a culture of entitlement among patients, resulting in financial strain on the system and long waiting lists. To address this, the government may need to impose higher charges for medical actions and referrals to ensure the viability of Gesy.

The illogical trend of holiday tents and yurts

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The illogical trend of holiday tents and yurts

The Deputy Ministry of Tourism is working on upgrading the quality of local hotels and entertainment venues while also encouraging the development of camping in an organized fashion within non-residential areas. The proposed camp sites must be set up in wooded areas or areas to be planted by developers and have specific requirements such as sewage treatment plants, electricity, parking, fencing, and security. There are concerns about the haphazard development of these camp sites and potential ecological destruction in areas like Troodos and Akamas.

Monks seek return amidst scandal

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Monks seek return amidst scandal

Monks suspected of involvement in the Osiou Avakoum monastery scandal in Fterikoudes, Nicosia, have requested permission to return to live at the monastery.

Most US teachers worry about school shootings, survey finds

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Most US teachers worry about school shootings, survey finds

– A Pew Research Center survey of about 2,500 teachers showed that more than half of them were at least somewhat concerned and another 18% were extremely or very worried about the possibility of a shooting at their school.
– Gun control and school safety have become major political and social issues in the U.S. where the number of school shootings has jumped in recent years.
– There were 912 school shootings between 2021 and 2023, more than three times as many as any other three year-period in four decades of data collection.
– The survey indicated that 31% of teachers in urban schools had a gun-related lockdown during the 2022-23 school year, 10 percentage points higher than teachers in both suburban and rural schools.
– Only three out of 10 teachers indicated that their school had done an excellent or very good job preparing them for an active shooter.
– More than three-fifths of teachers surveyed said improved mental health screening and treatment for children and adults would be extremely or very effective at preventing shootings.

Complaint lodged against lawyers in Osiou Avakoum scandal

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Complaint lodged against lawyers in Osiou Avakoum scandal

The Cyprus Bar Association has lodged a police complaint against two lawyers representing monks implicated in the Osiou Avakoum monastery scandal. The complaint specifically concerns a letter sent to the Holy Synod’s investigative committee urging for the dismissal of charges against the monks and advocating for Archbishop Georgios to take control of the situation. The monks were alleged to have been found with €800,000 in cash, properties in Greece and Limassol, and were caught on CCTV footage having sex with each other.

Russia, ’s Alexei Navalny penned secret memoir before his death, says widow

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Russia, ’s Alexei Navalny penned secret memoir before his death, says widow

Fact: Alexei Navalny wrote an autobiography before he died, titled “Patriot,” which will be published in at least 11 different languages on October 22.

Annual CIT Reconciliation in 2024- A Brief Guide for Companies

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Annual CIT Reconciliation in 2024- A Brief Guide for Companies

Companies are advised to begin tax filing procedures for the 2023 tax year as soon as possible to complete CIT reconciliation before the deadline of May 31, 2024.