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Contract soldiers receive pay rise

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Contract soldiers receive pay rise

Professional soldiers received a pay rise after the cabinet approved a proposal made by Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas. The new pay scales will come into effect from July 1, with soldiers now on the public sector A2-A5-A7 scale. The government aims to strengthen the value of the National Guard by improving operational capacity through the hiring of contract soldiers. Future contract soldier recruits will be hired for a total of 10 years of service based on consecutive contracts ranging between a year and three years in length.

Olympiakos ease past Villa to reach Europa Conference League final

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Olympiakos ease past Villa to reach Europa Conference League final

Ayoub El Kaabi scored two goals as Olympiakos Piraeus defeated Aston Villa 2-0, advancing to the Europa Conference League final against Fiorentina. El Kaabi broke the deadlock in the 10th minute and scored again in the 79th minute, securing a 6-2 aggregate victory. Villa dominated possession but struggled to create chances, while El Kaabi capitalized on his opportunities. Olympiakos will play in their first European final in their 99-year history on May 29.

Real Madrid stun Bayern with late fightback to reach Champions League final

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Real Madrid stun Bayern with late fightback to reach Champions League final

Real Madrid staged a comeback to beat Bayern Munich 2-1 in the Champions League semi-final, with Joselu scoring two late goals to secure their spot in the final against Borussia Dortmund.

Pro-Palestinian protesters build barricades at Amsterdam university

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Pro-Palestinian protesters build barricades at Amsterdam university

Pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Amsterdam built barricades using desks and railings to block the entrance until the institution severs all ties with Israel. Riot police knocked down barricades at another UvA site and detained 169 people. The protesters are part of a wave of sit-ins and actions at universities in Europe against Israel’s war in Gaza. The university has exchange programs with three universities in Israel halted due to security concerns and cooperates with Israeli scientists or companies in eight European research projects. Ireland’s Trinity College Dublin announced it would divest from Israeli companies linked to settlements in occupied Palestinian territory following student protests.

Rebuilding the wall: achieving nature, ’s balance

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Rebuilding the wall: achieving nature, ’s balance

Fact: The European parliament greenlighted a Nature Restoration Law in February 2024, setting a target to restore at least 20% of Europe’s land and sea area by 2030.

Plans for comprehensive harm reduction centre

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Plans for comprehensive harm reduction centre

The President of the Cyprus Anti-Addiction Authority, Christos Minas, announced the goal of establishing a “one stop” center to provide services for homeless individuals, including supervised consumption rooms and sleeping quarters. The authority aims to expand harm reduction services in Cyprus and support individuals who are not yet ready to stop substance use. Through various measures outlined in the National Strategy 2021-2028, such as substitution therapy programs and distribution of harm reduction kits, the authority promotes harm reduction practices. Minas emphasizes that harm reduction is effective, economically efficient, and will continue to be a focus of the authority to protect all citizens affected by addiction.

Major developments underway in Cyprus

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Major developments underway in Cyprus

Cyprus is experiencing a significant development boom with billions of euros being invested in various projects, including infrastructure improvements, new marinas, hotels, medical centers, university buildings, golf courses, schools, and residential properties. These projects are expected to bring multiple benefits to the country, transforming its landscape and contributing to economic growth. Major investments include golf resorts like Limassol Hills and Eagle Pine, as well as marinas such as Larnaca Marina and the upcoming Paralimni Marina. Education-related developments are also underway, and road infrastructure projects across the island are crucial for improving residents’ quality of life.

Haaland nets four as City rout Wolves 5-1

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Haaland nets four as City rout Wolves 5-1

Fact: Erling Haaland scored four goals in Manchester City’s 5-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.

City stars Foden and Shaw named best footballers of the year

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City stars Foden and Shaw named best footballers of the year

Phil Foden was named the Football Writers’ Association’s men’s player of the year, while Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw won the women’s award. Foden, who has scored 24 goals this season, won 42% of the vote. Shaw became City’s all-time leading women’s scorer and won the Women’s Super League top scorer award. Foden and Shaw will receive their awards on May 16.