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Around 300 children in mountain communities left without paediatrician

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Around 300 children in mountain communities left without paediatrician

Residents in mountain communities are concerned about the lack of paediatric care at Troodos Hospital, as the only remaining paediatrician retired, leaving around 300 children without medical coverage. The residents have urged the State Health Services Organisation to take immediate action to fill the vacant position to ensure proper medical care for the children. SHSO has assured that they are working on replacing the retired paediatrician at the hospital.

Cancer victims sue Johnson & Johnson over ‘fraudulent’ bankruptcies

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Cancer victims sue Johnson & Johnson over ‘fraudulent’ bankruptcies

A group of cancer victims sued Johnson & Johnson, accusing the company of committing fraud through efforts to use a shell company’s bankruptcy to resolve lawsuits alleging its talc products contained asbestos and caused cancer.

Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for three missing

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Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for three missing

Greece rescued 42 migrants off the island of Crete and was searching for three missing after their boat sent a distress signal. The migrants were rescued by commercial vessels and a Greek navy helicopter, and a search operation was underway. Crete and Gavdos have seen an increase in migrant arrivals from Libya. Greece has provided support to the islands to handle the situation. Greece has been a popular entry point to the EU for migrants and refugees since 2015, with many arriving on its islands and thousands dying at sea.

Increase to capital gains inclusion rate has led some business owners to re-evaluate their plans

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Increase to capital gains inclusion rate has led some business owners to re-evaluate their plans

The change to the capital gains inclusion rate has created distress among those approaching retirement, particularly business owners, who now face a much higher tax bill than they had planned.

Police investigate animal abuse case in Paphos

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Police investigate animal abuse case in Paphos

A group of unidentified individuals tortured and killed five cats near the derelict “Land of the Kings” hotel in Paphos. Witnesses described a gruesome scene where the perpetrators beat the defenseless animals, leaving them to perish in pools of blood. Law enforcement responded quickly, and the deceased cats will undergo examinations by veterinary authorities. Outraged citizens are calling for decisive action to ensure justice and prevent similar atrocities.

ATO targets directors over $2.5 billion in unpaid super, GST, employee income tax

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ATO targets directors over $2.5 billion in unpaid super, GST, employee income tax

The Tax Office is increasing action against company directors to recover .5 billion in unpaid taxes. Director Penalty Notices (DPNs) have increased by 320% in the past eight months, making directors personally liable for company tax debts. Directors who ignore DPNs may face serious consequences like asset seizure, bankruptcy, or wage garnishment by the ATO.

Consumers , ‘waiting until last minute’ for Easter shopping

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Consumers , ‘waiting until last minute’ for Easter shopping

Fact: Cypriot consumers are waiting until the last minute to do their Easter shopping.

What is empathy?

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What is empathy?

– Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
– Empathy is a key indicator of emotional intelligence.
– Empathy is derived from the Ancient Greek word ἐμπάθεια (empatheia) meaning physical affection, passion, partiality.
– Empathy is an important part of counselling techniques.
– A lack of empathy could lead to a lack of helping behavior or rude comments.
– Empathy involves perspective-taking and vicarious emotion.
– Empathy is different from sympathy, as empathy requires understanding the person’s feelings.
– Empathy is about experiencing feelings as if you were that person through the power of imagination.
– There are three types of empathy: cognitive empathy, emotional empathy, and compassionate empathy.
– Empathy is core in therapeutic practice to create a safe and confidential relationship with the client.

Indians vote in huge election dominated by jobs, Hindu pride and Modi (updated)

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Indians vote in huge election dominated by jobs, Hindu pride and Modi (updated)

– India’s multi-day election has begun with nearly one billion eligible voters.
– Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeking a rare third term, focusing on issues such as growth, welfare, and Hindu nationalism.
– The election pits Modi’s BJP against an alliance of opposition parties promising affirmative action and more handouts.
– Voter turnout on the first day of voting was estimated at 60%, with the highest turnout in Tripura at 80% and the lowest in Rajasthan at 51%.
– The BJP is expected to win a majority, despite concerns about unemployment, inflation, and rural distress.
– Hindu nationalism is a key election theme, with Modi’s government accused of treating minority Muslims unfairly.
– Modi aims to win 370 of parliament’s 543 seats, hoping for a two-thirds majority.
– The opposition alliance has struggled to unite, facing challenges from the government.
– Rahul Gandhi of the Congress party emphasized the importance of the election for Indian democracy.

Amnesty alarmed over reports police threatening migrants with guns

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Amnesty alarmed over reports police threatening migrants with guns

Five boats with migrants heading to Cyprus appeared to be in distress on Wednesday, with reports of coastguard pushbacks and sick children on board. The migrants have been at sea for days, with some sick and injured individuals. One group reported being threatened with guns and told to go back to Syria. The Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) and Lebanon’s authorities have not provided assistance, leaving the migrants trapped at sea between Cyprus and Lebanon without food or water. Amnesty International has called on Cyprus’ authorities to rescue the people at sea. Cyprus has deployed coastguard patrol boats to intercept migrant boats off the coast of Lebanon, and has suspended asylum seeker applications for Syrian nationals.