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Trial begins for Turkish Cypriot lawyer in property usurpation case

Trial begins for Turkish Cypriot lawyer in property usurpation case

The legal proceedings involving Turkish Cypriot lawyer Akan Kıursat, accused of usurping Greek Cypriot property, continued today at the Nicosia District Court....

EAC awards €40M smart meter contract to Cyta despite higher bid

EAC awards €40M smart meter contract to Cyta despite higher bid

The Board of Directors of the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) has granted the contract for 400,000 smart electricity meters to Cyta, following pressure from the Energy Regulatory Authority and in compliance with EU Recovery Mechanism obligations....

Cyprus President's first visit to Netherlands in 34 years

Cyprus President's first visit to Netherlands in 34 years

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte reaffirmed the robust bilateral ties between their nations during a pivotal meeting held in The Hague on Wednesday. ...

Britain under fire as Russia steps up for Cyprus peace talks

Britain under fire as Russia steps up for Cyprus peace talks

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova referred on Wednesday to the 65th anniversary of the Zurich-London Agreements......

Russian gunmen storm party in Limassol, injure two

Russian gunmen storm party in Limassol, injure two

Gunmen stormed a private establishment in Limassol, Cyprus, resembling scenes from a movie, according to police reports Wednesday night....

Sunny days ahead with a touch of dust

Sunny days ahead with a touch of dust

Get ready for a delightful weather ride filled with sunshine and a sprinkle of dust in the air!...

Investigator accuses coroner of cover-up in Thanasis' murder

Investigator accuses coroner of cover-up in Thanasis' murder

In a riveting continuation of the trial surrounding the untimely demise of 26-year-old National Guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou, investigator Savvas Matsas delivered compelling testimony on Wednesday afternoon....

Unveiling the past of Aglantzia in an enchanting theatrical tour

Unveiling the past of Aglantzia in an enchanting theatrical tour

In an article written by Apostolos Kouroupakis, published in the print edition of Kathimerini's Oikonomiki, the Municipality of Aglantzia, in collaboration with ...

Hotel Berengaria €40M revival sparks environmental debate

Hotel Berengaria €40M revival sparks environmental debate

Positively, the Environmental Authority has conditionally approved the revival and operation of Hotel Berengaria and the construction of houses in Prodromos....

Nicosia police pursue allegations of human trafficking

Nicosia police pursue allegations of human trafficking

Yesterday, a new case of human trafficking for the purpose of labor exploitation was referred to the Nicosia Criminal Court....

Bitcoin surpasses $57,000 on ETF boost and corporate investments

Bitcoin surpasses $57,000 on ETF boost and corporate investments

Bitcoin reached a milestone, surpassing $57,000, driven by increasing demand from exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and corporate investments, notably by MicroStrategy. ...

Search for informant in commissioner's breathalyzer leak

Search for informant in commissioner's breathalyzer leak

The Police are actively searching for the informant who disclosed details about Law Commissioner Louisa Christodoulides Zannetou's breathalyzer test incident to ''POLITIS'' newspaper....

Cyprus hotels secure 2nd spot in European tourist satisfaction

Cyprus hotels secure 2nd spot in European tourist satisfaction

In a report in Kathimerini's Oikonomiki newspaper today by Maria Eracleous, Cypriot hotels experience the highest levels of guest satisfaction during the peak summer months of April to June, with an overall satisfaction index averaging 85% from January to November....

Are men about to go extinct?

Are men about to go extinct?

Scientists have long debated the fate of the Y chromosome, the genetic player in determining male characteristics. Recent research published in Nature suggests that concerns about its disappearance might be overblown, revealing a surprising twist in its evolutionary journey....

Olive oil prices spike 49% in Cyprus

Olive oil prices spike 49% in Cyprus

In January 2024, the price of olive oil experienced a significant surge, with Cyprus leading the pack with a remarkable 49% increase, according to data released by Eurostat, the EU's statistical office. ...

Will anyone be held accountable?

Will anyone be held accountable?

Experts conduct studies, and we pay them for their work. However, the problem arises when these studies are manipulated to align with the interests of our friendly MPs....

Police seized gun from Turkish taxi driver in Famagusta

Police seized gun from Turkish taxi driver in Famagusta

A Turkish taxi driver who was accused of selling guns in the free areas of Cyprus was arrested by the police on Tuesday (27/02) in the province of Famagusta....

Lawyer for Navalny’s family detained by Russian police

Lawyer for Navalny’s family detained by Russian police

A lawyer who helped the mother of a dead Russian activist get his body was arrested in Moscow on Tuesday....

EU lawmakers want drivers to pass medical exams every 15 years

EU lawmakers want drivers to pass medical exams every 15 years

European Union lawmakers are debating whether to require drivers to pass medical exams every 15 years to keep their licences, a proposal that has sparked backlash in France....

Cyprus to welcome Slovenian House Speaker on three-day visit

Cyprus to welcome Slovenian House Speaker on three-day visit

Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia Urška Klakočar Zupančič pays an official three-day visit to Cyprus (28/2-1/3) following the invitation of the President of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Cyprus, Annita Demetriou....

Nineteen new private hospitals to transform health sector in Cyprus

Nineteen new private hospitals to transform health sector in Cyprus

Investors have shown interest in the health sector in Cyprus. According to the records, from 2021 until now, there are 12 new private hospitals......

''Give Ukraine Russia’s money to end the war,'' Yellen says

''Give Ukraine Russia’s money to end the war,'' Yellen says

The U.S. Treasury Secretary, Janet Yellen, said on Tuesday that she supports using some of the money that Russia cannot access because of the war in Ukraine....

31-year-old held for malicious vehicle fire

31-year-old held for malicious vehicle fire

Yesterday, police in Nicosia arrested a 31-year-old resident as part of an investigation into a vehicle arson case. The incident occurred in the morning of February 27, 2024. ...

Sunny skies ahead

Sunny skies ahead

Get ready for sunny days ahead! ...

Government now implements preemptive checks on companies

Government now implements preemptive checks on companies

In a decision announced by Finance Minister Makis Keraunos on Tuesday, the Cabinet approved the establishment of a unified regulatory authority for companies offering administrative services. ...

Twists and cover-ups surrounding the death of Thanasis Nikolaou

Twists and cover-ups surrounding the death of Thanasis Nikolaou

In a riveting continuation of the death interrogation for National Guardsman Thanasis Nikolaou, criminal investigator Savvas Matsas delivered compelling testimonies, unveiling distressing details and alleging an apparent cover-up in the investigation....

Nissi Beach ranks 22nd globally on TripAdvisor

Nissi Beach ranks 22nd globally on TripAdvisor

In the recently released list of the world's top 25 beaches by TripAdvisor, Nissi Beach in Cyprus proudly claims the 22nd spot, says Maria Eracleous of Kathimerini. ...

UN expert accuses Israel of starving Palestinians

UN expert accuses Israel of starving Palestinians

The UN's top expert on the right to food, Michael Fakhri, accuses Israel of deliberately starving Palestinians, labeling it as both war crimes and genocide....

Cypriots saving less as loan numbers fluctuate

Cypriots saving less as loan numbers fluctuate

In January 2024, the total deposits in Cyprus reached €51.9 billion, experiencing a net decrease of €366.0 million compared to the previous month....

Cyprus' economic mood sours in February

Cyprus' economic mood sours in February

In February 2024, economic sentiment in Cyprus witnessed a decline, with the Economic Sentiment Indicator (ESI-CypERC) dropping by 2.1 points compared to January, according to the University of Cyprus Economics Research Center....

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