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Parliament to vote on environmental rights resolution

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Parliament to vote on environmental rights resolution

A Resolution plan for the adoption of Resolution A/RES/76/300 of the United Nations General Assembly regarding the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment is being led by MP Alexandra Attalides in the upcoming Plenary Session of the Parliament. The resolution proposal was read out by Irene Charalambidou, the President of the Parliamentary Committee on Human Rights. The resolution includes a provision that the Republic of Cyprus must promptly prepare management plans for Natura 2000 areas and take immediate actions to address violations. Charalampos Theopemptou mentioned that there are 600-800 premature deaths in Cyprus annually due to poor air quality. Alexandra Attalides highlighted that the right to a healthy environment is a fundamental human right that is not yet enshrined in international conventions or the Constitution of Cyprus, despite aspects of it being recognized by EU laws. The European Court of Human Rights recently ruled on a case against Switzerland for failing to address climate change and its impact on human rights.

Christodoula March: the struggle continues

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Christodoula March: the struggle continues

The text describes the author’s participation in the Christodoula March, an annual awareness and fundraising event organized by the Anti-Cancer Society. The author was inspired by the presence of children at the event and advocates for a society where individuals facing trials like cancer do not have to fight alone. The author is running for municipal councilor in Strovolos with a commitment to offering aid and improving the community for all residents.

Israeli PM Netanyahu says he will fight any sanctions on army battalions

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Israeli PM Netanyahu says he will fight any sanctions on army battalions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated he will oppose any sanctions imposed on Israeli military units for alleged rights violations. The United States is reportedly considering sanctions on Israel’s Netzah Yehuda battalion, which operates in the West Bank. The State Department has not confirmed these reports but has expressed concerns about human rights violations by Israeli military and police units. Netanyahu has vowed to fight against any sanctions on the IDF, while the Israeli military maintains that the battalion operates within the boundaries of international law.

Govt plans to protect elderly from abuse

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Govt plans to protect elderly from abuse

The government is exploring ways to strengthen its framework to protect the elderly from abuse.

Small business owners ask U.S. House tax writers to extend Trump-era deductions • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

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Small business owners ask U.S. House tax writers to extend Trump-era deductions • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

The text describes how economists and small business owners are urging U.S. lawmakers to extend or make permanent the Trump-era tax cuts, particularly the deductions that allowed them to reinvest in their operations. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 allowed business owners to deduct up to 20% of qualified business income and temporarily cut taxes on new equipment purchases. If Congress does not extend these deductions, small business owners could face significant tax hikes and be at a disadvantage compared to larger corporations.

Our View: MPs, ’ ATM gripe undermines profitable business model

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Our View: MPs, ’ ATM gripe undermines profitable business model

Deputies in Cyprus criticized banks for not having enough ATMs, especially in rural areas, during a House commerce committee meeting. The chairman of the committee stated that banks were lacking social responsibility and prioritizing profit over serving the community. Despite the criticism, banks explained that operating ATMs is costly and they plan to reduce them to improve profitability, which is necessary for a dynamic economy. The closure of the cooperative bank was also mentioned as a result of prioritizing social responsibility over profits.

New report mostly positive on Gesy

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New report mostly positive on Gesy

The latest evaluation report on Cyprus’ national health scheme Gesy stated that in the past three years, direct healthcare expenses for patients were reduced from 50 to around 15 per cent.

Lawyer notes health decline of 82-year-old in self-defense case

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Lawyer notes health decline of 82-year-old in self-defense case

The Court of Appeal is considering the appeal of 82-year-old Chrysanthos, who was initially sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison for shooting an intruder on his property. Chrysanthos’ lawyer provided medical documents showing his deteriorating health, leading to him being hospitalized at Limassol Hospital. The Court questioned why he was at Limassol CID instead of the Central Prisons, with the lawyer explaining it was due to health issues. The lawyer argued that the initial court should have granted a suspensive character to the prison sentence and exercised discretion in favor of suspension.

Swiss press say , ‘absurd’ European climate ruling could harm democracy

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Swiss press say , ‘absurd’ European climate ruling could harm democracy

The European Court of Human Rights ruled in favor of over 2,000 Swiss women who claimed Switzerland had not done enough to combat climate change. This ruling is expected to encourage more people to bring climate cases against governments.