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The front page of Philenews from Cyprus features a mix of domestic and international news. Top domestic stories include plans for a tram in Limassol, government retirements, and weather reports from Paphos. An international story highlights an incident on a Flydubai flight. There is also a…
New information has emerged about an incident on a Flydubai flight where the co-pilot reportedly attacked the pilot with an axe, with reports suggesting Oman had previously banned him from flying due to expressed fears.
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.
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.
977 public sector employees will retire in 2027, each receiving a lump sum payment of €116,000, totaling €113.3 million for these government retirements.
The month of October began favorably in the Paphos district with significant rainfall reported from the early morning hours.
