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1. Why Cyprus has the edge in Hydrogen technology

George Pechlivanoglou studied mechanical engineering (BSc) and completed the MSc in renewable energy technology at the University of Oldenburg, Germany....

2. St. Kitts and Nevis appoints Joseph Borghese as Special Envoy for FDIs

In a strategic effort to boost Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) initiatives, the Government of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis has appointed His Excellency Joseph Borghese as Special Envoy for Foreign Direct Investments. ...

3. Cypriot students sail through education with 1,000 adopted ships

Elementary schools in Cyprus have adopted 1,000 ships in almost two decades, as part of an international awareness campaign initiated by the Cyprus Shipping Chamber, the island’s main ship-owning umbrella organisation....

4. Workplace harassment hits 1 in 3, EU report finds

A third of sexual harassment occurs in the workplace, European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides said at an event organised by Cyprus Workers......

5. Chart your course with WISTA Cyprus' MentorShip program

Specifically designed to guide young professionals through the early stages of their careers in the maritime sector, both at sea and ashore, MentorWave's new MentorShip program has been announced by WISTA Cyprus....

6. Cyprus showcases business potential at Japan forum

Cyprus Energy, Commerce, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou showcased Cyprus as a prime international business hub during the Cyprus-Japan Business Forum in Tokyo....

7. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

8. Global maritime alliance implements fees to curb ship emissions

At the latest meeting of the International Maritime Organization, a coalition of 60 member states made a joint decision to levy fees on greenhouse......

9. Bridge collapse claims lives of two workers

The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse early Tuesday resulted in the recovery of two bodies from the Patapsco River, identified as Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes......

10. Cyprus and Estonia pledge deeper ties across borders

The similarities between Cyprus and Estonia, despite their geographical distance, noted on Wednesday in Nicosia......

11. Estonian President Alar Karis embarks on official visit to Cyprus

Estonian President Alar Karis is paying Cyprus a three-day official visit, from March 26 to 28, Government Spokesperson Konstantinos Letymbiotis told the press, after a meeting of the Cabinet on Tuesday....

12. UN envoy holds talks in Cyprus, aims to restart negotiations

The UN Secretary General's personal envoy on Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, is set to hold additional meetings in the coming days, according to President Nikos Christodoulides....

13. Australia and Cyprus embrace renewable energy collaboration

In a recent interview with GOLD magazine, Fiona McKergow, the Australian High Commissioner to Cyprus, sheds light on the burgeoning connections between the two nations....

14. France first in 50 years to secure abortion as constitutional right

France has taken a historic step by becoming the first country in half a century to enshrine abortion as a constitutional right. ...

15. The €623 million windfall from Cyprus' shipping industry

Kathimerini reporter Andreas Karamitas dives into the heartbeat of Cyprus' economy - the shipping industry. In a revealing exploration, discover how this vital sector pumped a staggering €623 million into the real economy solely through ship management in 2023. ...

16. EIB turns down funding for Great Sea Interconnector project

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has declined to finance the Great Sea Interconnector project, linking Cyprus, Greece, and Israel. Kyriakos Kakouris, EIB Vice President, confirmed the decision, stating that no new funding request has been submitted by the Republic of Cyprus....

17. Cyprus plays key role in EU's operation ASPIDES

In response to increased threats from the Houthi terrorist group, the European Union has approved the initiation of Operation ASPIDES, aiming to bolster security and freedom for European shipping in the Red Sea. ...

18. Labour Minister eyes growth and jobs ahead

The Minister of Labour and Social Insurance, Yannis Panayiotou, notes a common approach for the development of the economy between the Government and the business community......

19. New award recognizes leaders advancing gender equality in maritime sector

The Council of Ministers, responding to a proposal by Deputy Minister of Shipping Marina Hadjimanolis, established an award today to recognize industry executives whose actions fortify efforts to advance gender equality within the shipping sector. ...

20. UN envoy Holguin's imminent return to Cyprus on March 11-12

UN Secretary-General's personal envoy on Cyprus, Maria Angela Holguin Cuellar, is scheduled to return to Cyprus around March 11 or 12, as per sources from the Cyprus News Agency (CNA)....

21. Porsche's new Panamera e-hybrids: Faster, greener, better

Porsche presents two new e-hybrid variants of the Panamera...

22. Cyprus adapts to changing seas

In response to European sanctions on Russian shipping companies based in Cyprus and developments in the Mediterranean and the Red Sea, Cyprus is actively seeking to attract new companies from different markets....

23. German President's Cyprus visit marks new diplomatic era

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier begins contacts on Monday as part of his state visit to Cyprus between 11-13 February at the invitation of the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides....

24. Calls mount for Biden's removal via 25th amendment

In the aftermath of a special counsel's report that raised concerns about President Joe Biden's alleged memory issues and mishandling of classified materials...

25. German president Steinmeier embarks on first ever state visit to Cyprus

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will carry out a state visit to Cyprus between 11-13 February at the invitation of the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides....

26. Shipping chamber renews deputy director's international maritime role

The Cyprus Shipping Chamber welcomes the re-appointment of its Deputy Director General, Alexandros Josephides, as “International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Goodwill Maritime Ambassador” for Cyprus, for the period 2024-2025. ...

27. US senators grill social media CEOs over child safety concerns

In a heated session on Wednesday, U.S. senators confronted leaders of major social media companies, urging swift legislative action to address escalating threats of sexual predation targeting children on their platforms....

28. Chamber of Commerce exposes government's failure on buffer zone unfairness

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) approaches the issue of expanding the list of products falling under the Green Line Regulation......

29. Homeless residents forge dangerous caves along California riverbanks

In a recent discovery that sheds light on the struggles of homelessness in California, authorities in Modesto uncovered a series of makeshift caves along the banks of the Tuolumne River, serving as clandestine dwellings for those without homes....

30. Tatar blasts Greek Cypriot 'obstruction' in energy talks

Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar emphasized the importance of energy collaboration with Europe through Turkey during a summit on energy in the Eastern Mediterranean, held at the Turkish Cypriot Chamber of Commerce....