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The nation's ongoing struggle with corruption intensified as the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) called for the Public Prosecutor's Office to investigate alleged embezzlement of 5.5 million euros tied to a national independence celebration and the State Lottery. This comes as further details emerged in the investigation of Appeals Court Judge Goko Ristov, whose father claimed to be hiding money from his children when investigators discovered euros hidden in a wall. In other significant developments, a cybercrime center swiftly uncovered a serious threat against Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski. The Ministry of Internal Affairs also revealed over 30 abuses of medical leave, prompting scrutiny of sick leave policies. Separately, Skopje's mayor announced plans for a unified public transport ticket by mid-next year and the commencement of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system construction in the spring. Meanwhile, a mother in Skopje continues to attend classes with her autistic twin daughters due to the state's alleged failure to provide them with necessary assistants, highlighting a persistent social support issue.

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The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) is calling for the Public Prosecutor's Office to investigate alleged embezzlement of 5.5 million euros related to a national celebration and the State Lottery. This comes as an Appeals Court Judge Goko Ristov's father reportedly claimed he was hiding money from his children when investigators found euros in a wall during an ongoing probe. Additionally, there are calls for the protection of former officials to cease, mirroring the end of their…

Слободен печат: SDSM Demands Prosecutor Act on Lottery and Celebration, Not Just DKSK on…

The SDSM party is calling for the Public Prosecutor's Office to investigate alleged embezzlement of 5.5 million euros related to the celebration of 35 years of independence, sponsored by the State Lottery. They argue that the State Commission for Prevention of Corruption should not only…

SDK.mk: Judge's Father Hid Money from Children During Eura Extraction; Phone Shop…

The father of Judge Goko Ristov reportedly stated he was hiding money from his children when investigators were removing euros from a wall. Separately, a mobile phone shop owner denies that the accused brought a broken phone to his store.

Plusinfo: Protection for Filipche and Zaev Will End, Like SDS and DUI's Time…

The article suggests that the protection afforded to former officials will cease, mirroring the end of the political era for SDS and DUI, and calls for dismantling installed personnel in the judiciary.

More than 30 instances of abuse of medical leave have been uncovered within the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MPB), indicating intensified scrutiny over public sector sick leave policies.

ALSAT: Medical Leave Under Scrutiny: Over 30 Abuses Discovered in MPB

Medical leaves are being closely examined, with over 30% of abuses discovered within the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MPB).

Skopje's Mayor announced plans to introduce a single ticket for train and bus services by mid-next year, alongside the commencement of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system construction in the spring.

Plusinfo: Unified Ticket for Train and Bus by Mid-Next Year; BRT System to Be Built in…

The plan is to use a single ticket for various public transport modes, according to the Mayor of Skopje, who also revealed the BRT system construction is set to begin in spring.

A cybercrime center rapidly identified and addressed a serious threat directed at Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, with security expert Ljubomir Gjureveski stating the threat was serious as it originated from an individual known for criminal acts and violence, and an official praising the timely police response.

Plusinfo: Cybercrime Center Quickly Uncovered Threat Against Mickoski; Official Praises…

Security expert Ljubomir Gjureveski stated the threat was serious as it came from an individual known for criminal acts and violence.

In August, authorities recorded 606 violations by e-scooter riders, resulting in the confiscation of 18 vehicles.

ALSAT: 606 E-Scooter Violations Registered in August, 18 Confiscated

In August, 606 violations were recorded by e-scooter riders, and 18 of these vehicles were confiscated.

A mother from Skopje is attending classes with her two autistic twins, alleging that the state has failed to provide them with assistants.

SDK.mk: Mother from Skopje Sits Through Lessons with Autistic Twins, Claims State…

A mother from Skopje is attending classes with her two autistic twins, alleging that the state has failed to provide them with assistants.

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