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Cyprus in trouble with the European Commission about industrial emissions

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Cyprus in trouble with the European Commission about industrial emissions

The Republic of Cyprus is facing a dilemma due to illegal operation of EAC power plants, risking sanctions from the European Commission. The Environment Department has prepared a report for criminal action against EAC. The revision of the Industrial Emissions Directive may allow a derogation for compliance by 2030. The European Commission has requested information on Cyprus’s intent to apply for a derogation. A meeting with relevant stakeholders will decide on the submission of a request and preparation of an action plan for compliance by 2030.

Row over Vasiliko terminal deepens

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Row over Vasiliko terminal deepens

The consortium constructing the natural gas terminal at Vasiliko accused Etyfa of not taking delivery of the vessel “Prometheas” despite it being ready since mid-January 2024.

Cyprus , ‘not alone’ over migration

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Cyprus , ‘not alone’ over migration

Fact: Greek Migration Minister Dimitris Kairidis said that Cyprus is “not alone” on the matter of migration and that Greece supports the initiatives put forward by Cyprus.

Consumers warned about internet shopping platform

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Consumers warned about internet shopping platform

The Cypriot Union of Consumers and Quality of Life has warned consumers about purchasing items from the internet platform Temu, which does not respect European consumer safety legislation. The organisation calls on the government consumer protection service to investigate the platform and take measures. Temu was hit with a European Union complaint over a potential breach of online content rules under the EU’s Digital Services Act. BEUC lodged a grievance with the European Commission and 17 of its members in various countries also filed complaints with their national authorities against Temu for using manipulative practices and breaching the EU’s Digital Services Act.

Cyprus hosting summit on Syrian migration

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Cyprus hosting summit on Syrian migration

Fact: Cyprus will host an international meeting of interior ministers to discuss migration, with a focus on declaring parts of Syria safe for migrants to return.

CyTA given green light to supply smart meters

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CyTA given green light to supply smart meters

CyTA has been given the approval to supply and install 400,000 smart meters by a new law passed by the House.

Govt priority , ‘undoubtedly’ mental health

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Govt priority , ‘undoubtedly’ mental health

The government’s current priority is mental health. New initiatives to care for people dealing with mental health problems will be launched.

Frederick University to host affordable housing conference

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Frederick University to host affordable housing conference

Fact: Frederick University’s Department of Architecture, in collaboration with the Cyprus Architects Association, is organizing a conference on the role of architecture in achieving affordable housing in Cyprus.

Slovak PM injured in shooting attack [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

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Slovak PM injured in shooting attack [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot and wounded in the abdomen after a government meeting in Handlova. Police detained a man and Fico was hit by one of the four shots fired. Emergency services sent a helicopter for the 59-year-old prime minister. President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen condemned the attack. Fico was meeting with the Slovak government as part of a country tour. Slovakia’s biggest opposition party canceled a planned protest following the shooting.

Slovak PM Fico in life-threatening condition after assassination attempt

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Slovak PM Fico in life-threatening condition after assassination attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot and wounded in an attempted assassination during a government meeting in Handlova. He was rushed to the hospital and then transported by helicopter for urgent treatment. The attack was condemned by European leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. The shooting led to the cancellation of a planned protest against government public broadcaster reforms.