OKYPY IS PREPARING AN INVOICE FOR THE AMBULANCES - BY SEPTEMBER IT WILL HAVE THE BILL READY AND WILL CLAIM COMPENSATION OF SEVERAL MILLION FROM THE STATE

OKYPY IS PREPARING AN INVOICE FOR THE AMBULANCES - BY SEPTEMBER IT WILL HAVE THE BILL READY AND WILL CLAIM COMPENSATION OF SEVERAL MILLION FROM THE STATE - Filenews 27/4 by Marilena Panayi


OKYPY will have the "bill" for the millions of euros spent in recent years to upgrade the ambulance service ready by September with the aim of claiming compensation from the state in view of its transfer to the National Ambulance Agency under establishment.

At the same time, the Organization is called upon to shape its new operating framework after 2027, when it will take over the in-hospital transfers of patients itself, while, at the same time, it raises the issue of financial autonomy, fair compensation of public health services and the cost arising from on-call duties, the maintenance of additional beds for reasons of security of the country's health system and the special status of seconded civil servants.

FROM SUNSHINE TO RAIN AND THUNDERSTORMS

 

FROM SUNSHINE TO RAIN AND THUNDERSTORMS - Filenews 27/4

Weak low pressure affects the area.

Today, initially in places there will be increased low clouds but also sparse fog or fog, however gradually the weather in most areas of the island will become mostly clear with local cloudiness. During the afternoon and after, clouds that will develop are expected to give isolated rains and an isolated storm, mainly in the mountains, in areas to the west and south of Troodos and later in areas inland. Winds will initially be variable and soon sea, light, 3 Beaufort, to gradually turn by the afternoon mainly southwest to northwest, light to moderate, 3 to 4 Beaufort. The sea will be generally calm to a little rough and temporarily a little rough in the north, south and west. The temperature will rise to around 28 degrees inland, around 24 in the southeast, east and north coasts, around 23 on the southwest and west coasts and around 17 degrees in the higher mountains.

CRIME ROUND UP

 Filenews 26 April 2026

The presence and action of the Police last night was intense, throughout Cyprus, with organized patrols in key points of urban areas, with the aim of preventing serious criminal acts, ensuring public order and increasing the sense of security of the public.

In the context of these operations, twelve persons were arrested for offenses concerning, among other things, attempted arson, assault causing grievous bodily harm, driving under the influence of alcohol and illegal stay on the territory of the Republic of Cyprus.

FRANCE TO DEPLOY FORCES IN CYPRUS UNDER NEW 'HUMANITARIAN' DEFENCE AGREEMENT

FRANCE TO DEPLOY FORCES IN CYPRUS UNDER NEW 'HUMANITARIAN' DEFENCE AGREEMENT - Cy Mail 26/4 by James Morphakis


Cyprus is set to sign an agreement in June allowing the presence of French forces on the island for humanitarian purposes, President Nikos Christodoulides said Sunday.

Speaking after a memorial service in Nicosia, the president confirmed that discussions with France have moved to a formal stage, with the agreement to be concluded at ministerial level.

The arrangement “will provide for the presence of French forces on Cypriot territory for humanitarian purposes,” he said, adding that it forms part of broader efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation.

‘TRUSTED FLAGGERS' TO POLICE THE WEB

‘TRUSTED FLAGGERS' TO POLICE THE WEB - Cy Mail 26/4 by Theo Panayides


When does social-media rage turn into hate speech? Is Eoka a terrorist organisation? Should it be legal to blame Nato expansion for the war in Ukraine? And who gets to decide?

The Radiotelevision and Digital Services Authority (RTDSA) announced last month that it’s now accepting applications for ‘trusted flaggers’ of online content.

Trusted flaggers (TFs) are part of the EU framework for regulating online platforms like Facebook and YouTube, as laid out in Regulation EU 2022/2065, known as the Digital Services Act (DSA).

BANK HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR - Welcome to Summer! - Sapphire Bar & Diner - 1 May

 

BANK HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR - Welcome to Summer!

Sapphire Bar & Diner

1 May - from 12.30pm

Tickets €5- Melanie 96 552901

Featuring Bsharp ladies choir, Thompson School of Performing Arts Singers, Melanie Ballard & Friends

Light food menu will be available to order along with drinks

All proceeds will be supporting local charities

KATHIMERINI EXCLUSIVE - URSULA von der LEYEN ON EUROPE'S CHALLENGES, ENERGY STRATEGY AND THE CYPRUS ISSUE

KATHIMERINI EXCLUSIVE - URSULA von der LEYEN ON EUROPE'S CHALLENGES, ENERGY STRATEGY AND THE CYPRUS ISSUE - KNews 25/4 by Thanasis Photiou

European Commission president links regional stability in the Eastern Mediterranean directly to progress on the Cyprus issue and renewed UN-led talks.


Outlining the main challenges facing the European Union during a period of rising geopolitical uncertainty and energy pressure, the President of the European Commission says the answer lies in unity, faster progress on the energy transition, and a stronger international role. She also speaks about the importance of the Eastern Mediterranean, Cyprus’s role connecting the region with Europe, and the need to restart talks on the Cyprus issue under United Nations leadership.