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1. Chinese president's visits to Serbia and Hungary yield new economic deals

When Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Hungary last week, he arrived to one of the few places in the European Union where his country is considered......

2. Hezbollah leader calls for migrant boat access to Cyprus

Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah on Monday called on Lebanese authorities to allow migrant boats to head to Europe amid rising anti-Syrian sentiment and accusations that Western countries aim to confine refugees in Lebanon....

3. Melinda Gates steps down from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

Melinda Gates Steps Down from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Receives $12.5 Billion Settlement in Divorce Agreement ...

4. Can a giant vacuum cleaner be the key to cleaner air?

Iceland celebrated the inauguration of what's been hailed as the ''world's largest'' direct air capture (DAC) plant on Wednesday. Developed by Swiss company Climeworks, the colossal facility, named ''Mammoth,'' marks a significant stride in combating planet-heating emissions....

5. Trump asks oil execs for $1B to undo enviro rules

Former President Donald Trump has made bold promises to overturn dozens of environmental regulations and laws implemented by the Biden administration during a meeting with top executives of American oil companies....

6. Millions saved in Cyprus pension reform

The saga surrounding multiple pensions remains in limbo, as two bills navigate the corridors of power, scrutinized by the Presidential office, Cabinet, and Parliament....

7. ECB maintains €6.76 billion worth of Cypriot government bonds

The value of Cypriot government bonds held by the European Central Bank remained steady at €6.76 billion by the end of April. This is part of the ECB's efforts to scale back its holdings and control inflation....

8. Ellinikon, Europe's largest smart city, begins its transformation

9. China's leader targets Hungary, Serbia for investments

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will spend most of his five-day tour in Europe this week in two small countries in the continent’s eastern half, a region that Beijing has used as a foothold for its expanding economic ambitions in Europe....

10. AI-powered deepfake identity thefts surge 3,000%

Several months ago, a worker in Hong Kong unexpectedly conducted a transaction worth $25 million for her company, following instructions given......

11. Few coal plants to survive stricter US regulations

New climate rules imposed by Joe Biden’s administration requiring huge cuts in carbon pollution from coal-fired power plants will accelerate the decline of an industry that until recently provided most of America’s power, experts say, potentially even dealing a death blow to coal in the US....

12. Turkey halts trade with Israel, prompting Israeli criticism

Turkey is ''freezing'' all exports and imports to and from Israel starting today, according to two Turkish officials with knowledge of the matter, cited by Bloomberg....

13. USA: Bipartisan bill aims to end US arms embargo on Cyprus

In a bipartisan effort, four Greek American members of the House of Representatives introduced a bill on Wednesday aimed at lifting the US arms embargo on Cyprus and abolishing the annual renewal requirement....

14. EAC chairman George Petrou dives into energy storage advancements

George Petrou, the newly appointed chairman of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC), faces a daunting task as he takes the helm during a turbulent......

15. EU announces €1B aid package for Lebanon during visit

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a substantial €1 billion support package for Lebanon, emphasizing the European Union's enduring commitment to assist the country and its people....

16. There's no stifling the Cypriot's wanderlust

Are you ready to embark on a journey with the spirited travelers of Cyprus? Hold on to your hats as we delve into the adventurous spirit of Cypriots and their passion for exploration!...

17. Cyprus navigates economic uncertainty with strong economic reserves

Cyprus is sitting pretty with a lot of cash in the bank, and it's good news for handling any economic bumps in the road. The government's stash of nearly €2.83 billion can cover a big chunk of its debts due in the next year....

18. MP Neofytou proposes €11,000 immediate payout for solidarity fund recipients

Democratic Rally MP Averof Neophytou has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at alleviating financial burdens for beneficiaries of the Solidarity Fund....

19. EU mulls €400 million boost for Lebanon

As Ursula von der Leyen prepares for her visit to Lebanon on May 2nd, the European Commission is exploring various avenues to provide......

20. EU cracks down on TikTok lite over child addition concerns

European digital regulators are taking a stern stance against TikTok's latest feature, which rewards users for engaging with content, citing concerns over addiction, especially among children....

21. Cyprus reports €133.1 million increase in March loans

In March, both total deposits and loans saw an upward trend, with liquidity (the difference between loans and deposits) exceeding €27 billion, according to statistics on deposits and loans from Monetary Financial Institutions published today by the Central Bank of Cyprus. ...

22. NASA cleared for £3.35 billion dragonfly mission to Titan

A Dragonfly is heading to Saturn – as Nasa has been given the final permission it needs to launch its Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s moon Titan in the coming years....

23. Eurobank set to dominate Cyprus' insurance scene with Hellenic stake

As Eurobank eagerly anticipates the green light from regulatory bodies such as the European Central Bank, the Central Bank of Cyprus, and the Companies Registrar for its acquisition of 55% ownership......

24. New investment frontier opens for citizens

Citizens now have access to and can invest in bonds issued by the Republic of Cyprus. In a recent auction by the Public Debt Management Office......

25. UK ranked worst in world for underage drinking

Great Britain has the worst rate of child alcohol abuse worldwide, and more than half of children in England, Scotland and Wales have drunk alcohol by the age of 13, according to a report....

26. Senate approves $95 billion war aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

The Senate has passed $95bn (£76.2bn) in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after months of delays and rows - with Joe Biden set to sign the legislation later....

27. Incorrect water bills leave 450 premises fuming in Paphos

The Municipality of Paphos informs water consumers that it is investigating complaints regarding high water bills. ...

28. Commonwealth ministers meet in Cyprus to safeguard the oceans

At a pivotal moment for our planet, representatives from 28 Commonwealth nations convened in Cyprus to shape the destiny of our oceans....

29. Transport ministry explores convenient fine payment methods

The Ministry of Transport is exploring fresh avenues for fine distribution, putting the brakes on photo radar for the time being....

30. UK Prime Minister confirms delay in Rwanda deportation flights

The Rwanda deportation scheme will not begin until the summer, Rishi Sunak admitted on Monday, acknowledging a further delay to the policy even as MPs and peers began debating it for the final time....