The Council of Ministers has approved a decree to extend the zero VAT rate on essential food items, such as bread, baby food, coffee, milk, meat, and sugar, with the measure taking effect in October. This initiative aims to provide relief to consumers.

Cyprus Mail: Zero VAT rate extended to essential food items

The Council of Ministers has approved a decree implementing a zero VAT rate on essential food items, including bread, baby food, coffee, milk, meat, and sugar, effective from October.

Annita Demetriou, President of the Democratic Rally (DISY), has publicly stated that no deal was made during a dinner, addressing claims of a 'marked deck' within the party. DISY has also set a timeline for its internal presidential elections, with candidacy submissions by late October and elections scheduled for late November.

Politis: Annita Dimitriou on Dinner: 'No Deal Was Made' - DISY President Responds to…

Annita Dimitriou stated that no deal was made during a dinner, and the DISY president also addressed claims of a 'marked deck'.

Philenews: DISY Presidential Election: Candidacy submissions by late October, elections…

Candidacy submissions for the DISY party's internal elections are set for late October, with the elections themselves scheduled for late November, in preparation for the presidential elections.

A new study indicates that Cyprus has incurred losses exceeding €1 billion due to its failure to receive natural gas, attributing the immense cost to long-standing mismanagement within the Cypriot economy.

Politis: Over €1 Billion Loss Due to Non-Arrival of Natural Gas

A study indicates responsibility for Cyprus not receiving natural gas and highlights the immense cost to the Cypriot economy due to long-standing mismanagement.

Despite previous complaints, an inspection by the Ministry of Health, and an ongoing police investigation, a center in Larnaca is reportedly continuing to offer plasma apheresis services without the necessary license, with potential costs reaching up to €20,000.

Politis: Plasma Apharesis Continues Without License - Center in Larnaca Operates…

Despite complaints, an inspection by the Ministry of Health, and an ongoing police investigation, a center in Larnaca continues to offer plasma apheresis services, potentially costing up to €20,000.

The Cypriot healthcare system faces criticism following 534 patient complaints lodged over four months, citing issues such as long waiting times, inconvenience, and insufficient communication.

Politis: Healthcare System Sends SOS - 534 Patient Complaints in 4 Months: Patients…

The Cypriot healthcare system is facing criticism with 534 patient complaints in four months, citing long waits, inconvenience, and insufficient communication.

A 44-year-old man has been arrested in Cyprus in connection with five burglaries and thefts that were committed 16 years ago.

Sigmalive: Man Arrested for Burglaries and Thefts 16 Years Later

A 44-year-old man has been arrested in Cyprus in connection with five burglaries and thefts that occurred 16 years ago.

The main trial for the 'golden passports' case is expected to begin later this month, following the defense's acceptance of prosecutors' explanations regarding new evidence. Separately, in the trial related to Stylianos Constantinou's suicide, defense attorneys have challenged a prosecution witness's testimony.

Cyprus Mail: Defence questions witness testimony in Stylianos trial

In the trial related to Stylianos Constantinou's suicide, defense attorneys attempted to undermine a prosecution witness's testimony, calling her personal conclusion arbitrary.

Cyprus Mail: 'Golden Passports' trial to proceed this month

The main trial for the 'golden passports' case is anticipated to begin later this month, following the defense's acknowledgment of prosecutors' explanations regarding new evidence.

Plans for a Limassol tram system are progressing with various routes under consideration. Discussions are also ongoing with Nicosia for a potential train project, estimated to cost around €500 million.

Philenews: Limassol Tram Design: Different routes considered - Thoughts on a train for…

Plans for the Limassol tram are being developed, with various routes under consideration, and discussions are ongoing with Nicosia regarding a potential train project, with an estimated cost of approximately €500 million.

A new 20-minute film titled 'Salt' is scheduled to premiere at the International Short Film Festival of Cyprus, offering an exploration into the history of colonial Cyprus.

Cyprus Mail: Film 'Salt of the Earth' explores colonial Cyprus

A new 20-minute film titled 'Salt' is set to premiere at the International Short Film Festival of Cyprus, delving into the history of colonial Cyprus.

Police and local authorities have confirmed significant and ongoing problems at a Larnaca apartment complex, including instances of tampered utility meters and numerous complaints regarding illegal occupancy.

Cyprus Mail: Police report chaos at Larnaca apartment complex

Police and local authorities confirmed significant, ongoing issues at a Larnaca apartment complex, including tampered utility meters and illegal occupancy complaints.

Recent business highlights for Cyprus include Wizz Air launching a new route between Larnaca and Madrid, ongoing discussions about inflation and tourism, the emergence of a new startup in Limassol, and various developments within the real estate sector.

Cyprus Mail: Cyprus Business Now: Wizz Air, inflation, tourism

Business news highlights include Wizz Air launching a new Larnaca-Madrid route, discussions on inflation and tourism, a Limassol startup, and real estate developments.