UNDER THE MICROSCOPE OF THE DEFENCE COMMITTEE AGAIN THE FIRING RANGES OF TSERI AND KALO CHORIO - WHAT PARLIAMENT WILL CONSIDER

UNDER THE MICROSCOPE OF THE DEFENCE COMMITTEE AGAIN THE FIRING RANGES OF TSERI AND KALO CHORIO - WHAT PARLIAMENT WILL CONSIDER - Filenews 6/10 by Andreas Pogiatzis

The issue of the operation of the firing ranges in Kalo Chorio and Tseri is expected to be put under the microscope of the parliamentary Defense Committee again, with the Parliament returning to the two issues after the developments of recent months and the announcements of the Ministry of Defense.

As far as the Kalo Chorio firing range is concerned, the discussion acquires particular importance after the fire that broke out in the summer, after a training activity of the National Guard, and threatened the communities of the area. Following the incident, a meeting was held between the Minister of Defense Vassilis Palmas and the Chief of the National Guard with the community leaders of Agia Anna, Kalo Chorio, Psevda, Mosfiloti and Pyrgai, during which a series of immediate measures were agreed.

KEDIPES - EXCEEDED €2 billion REPAYMENT TO THE STATE - 978 HOMES IN ''RENT FOR INSTALMENT' SCHEME

KEDIPES - EXCEEDED €2 billion REPAYMENT TO THE STATE - 978 HOMES IN ''RENT FOR INSTALMENT' SCHEME - Filenews 6/10


The total repayment of state aid by KEDIPES exceeded €2 billion, following the new payment of €60 million. in cash for the third quarter of 2026. At the same time, 978 houses have been included in the "Rent Per Instalment" Plan, while the final number is expected to exceed 2,000.

According to KEDIPES, since the start of its operations in 2018, the total repayment of state aid received by the former Cyprus Cooperative Bank amounted to €2.002 billion.

AIR TRAVEL IN THE EU - THE 25 BASIC REGULATIONS FOR COMPENSATION, RETURNS AND BAGGAGE - WHEN DO THEY COME INTO FORCE

AIR TRAVEL IN THE EU - THE 25 BASIC REGULATIONS FOR COMPENSATION, RETURNS AND BAGGAGE - WHEN DO THEY COME INTO FORCE - Filenews 6/10


Clearer obligations for airlines, specific refund deadlines and additional protection in the event of delays and cancellations are provided for in the revised European Passenger Rights Framework.

Regulation (EU) 2026/2202 has applied since 23 October 2027 and covers issues ranging from compensation and finding an alternative flight to carrying baggage, correcting names, and serving families and passengers with disabilities.

HEATING OIL - A DIFFICULT WINTER IS COMING WITH 75% INCREASE IN PRICE - €250 MORE EXPENSIVE FOR THE SAME QUANTITY AS LAST YEAR - TIME TO ORDER IS A DILEMMA

HEATING OIL - A DIFFICULT WINTER IS COMING WITH 75% INCREASE IN PRICE - €250 MORE EXPENSIVE FOR THE SAME QUANTITY AS LAST YEAR - TIME TO ORDER IS A DILEMMA - Filenews 6/10 by Charalambos Zakos


The winter is expected to be difficult for citizens, as in addition to the increases in motor fuel, inflation and the cost of basic necessities, they will also have to manage the upcoming cold, essentially limiting the operating hours of central heating.

According to the data collected by "F", this year the price of heating oil has increased by about 75% compared to last year. What does this mean? That citizens who depend on oil to heat their homes will either have to pay hundreds of euros extra to use the boiler satisfactorily, or look for other ways to keep warm.

WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH THEFT CASE IN FAMAGUSTA PROVINCE 5/9

 

WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH THEFT CASE IN FAMAGUSTA PROVINCE 5/9 - 6/10

The person pictured is wanted for the purpose of facilitating investigations into an investigated theft case, which was committed in the province of Famagusta on 05/09/2026.

Anyone who knows anything that can help locate or identify him, is kindly requested to contact the Paralimni Police Station at 23803028 phone, or the nearest Police Station, or the Citizen's Line at 1460.

INTERCONNECTION OF CYPRUS WITH 13 STATES NOW IN THE E-HEALTH NETWORK - AGREEMENT WITH ESTONIA - WHAT APPLIES IN EACH COUNTRY

INTERCONNECTION OF CYPRUS WITH 13 STATES NOW IN THE E-HEALTH NETWORK - AGREEMENT WITH ESTONIA - WHAT APPLIES IN EACH COUNTRY - Filenews 6/10 by Marilena Panayi


The European "map" on which basic data of their medical history and their electronic prescriptions can travel with Cypriot citizens is gradually growing, with the new Cyprus-Estonia interconnection being the last step in the development of Electronic Cross-Border Health Services.

The picture today is significantly different from the one with which the implementation of the system began in 2025. According to the data presented by the official electronic platform of the National Contact Point for eHealth, Cyprus now has at least one active cross-border service with 13 countries.

YELLOW WEATHER WARNING FOR INTENSE STORMS TODAY 1PM TO 6PM

 

YELLOW WEATHER WARNING FOR INTENSE STORMS TODAY 1PM TO 6PM - Filenews 6/10

The Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow warning for isolated strong storms, valid from 13:00 to 18:00 today, 06/10.

According to the warning, the storms are expected to affect the area, especially the mountains, the interior and areas in the northwest of the island.

Hail may fall during the phenomena, while the winds will change and strengthen.

The intensity of the rain locally is expected to reach about 35 millimeters per hour.